Holiday

Ascension Day 2028 in Finland

Week 21 in 23 months

Ascension Day 2028 is Thursday, May 25, 2028, week 21. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.

About Ascension Day

Christian holiday marking Jesus' ascent to heaven, forty days after Easter. Always a Thursday — naturally creates a four-day weekend if you bridge the Friday.

Long weekend

4-day break possible Friday, May 26, 2028 can be a bridge day with 1 vacation day.

  1. Thu 25
  2. Fri 26
  3. Sat 27
  4. Sun 28
  • Ascension Day
  • Vacation days to use

Day details

Date Thursday, May 25, 2028
Public holiday Yes
Day off Yes, for many
Bank holiday Yes
Next business day Friday, May 26, 2028
Long weekend Friday, May 26, 2028 can be a bridge day.
Schools Usually closed on public holidays.
Shops Opening hours vary by shop and area.
Public transport Holiday timetables may apply.

Common questions

When is Ascension Day in 2028?

Ascension Day is Thursday, May 25, 2028, week 21.

Is Ascension Day a day off in Finland in 2028?

Yes, Ascension Day is a day off in Finland in 2028. It is an official Finnish public holiday and falls on a weekday.

Is Ascension Day paid time off?

This site does not determine whether Ascension Day is paid time off for a specific job. Pay and work obligation can depend on law, collective agreements, employment contracts, and work schedules.

Is it a bank holiday?

Yes, Ascension Day is a bank holiday in Finland on Thursday, May 25, 2028.

Can this create a long weekend in 2028?

Yes, Ascension Day can potentially create a long weekend. Taking Friday, May 26, 2028 off can create a 4-day break.

Can I add it to my calendar?

Yes, you can add Ascension Day to your calendar as a single date or subscribe to all Finnish public holidays as a calendar feed.

Dates in nearby years

Year Date week Type
2025 wk 22 Yes
2026 wk 20 Yes
2027 wk 18 Yes
2028 wk 21 Yes
2029 wk 19 Yes
2030 wk 22 Yes

Source note

Dates are calculated from Finnish statutory public holidays and commonly observed non-statutory days. Unofficial days are marked separately. Read sources and methodology.

Bank-holiday classification is based on the Bank of Finland bank-holiday table.