In Finland in 2026, the best annual leave opportunity is New Year's Day Break (1 January – 4 January), where just 1 leave day delivers 4 consecutive days off — a 4.0× ROI. There are 15 public holidays in Finland in 2026, with Epiphany Break and Ascension Day Break also offering strong returns.
Finland has 13 public holidays per year, with Midsummer Eve and Midsummer Day in late June among the most culturally significant. The long Finnish summer, combined with a generous statutory minimum of 24 working days annual leave, makes Finland one of the best countries for extended summer breaks. Use PocketLeave to calculate your best leave opportunities for 2026 and get the most out of every day off.
Top 3 Leave Opportunities in 2026
New Year's Day Break
Epiphany Break
Ascension Day Break
Finland Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Holiday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2026 | New Year's Day | Thursday |
| 6 Jan 2026 | Epiphany | Tuesday |
| 3 Apr 2026 | Good Friday | Friday |
| 5 Apr 2026 | Easter Sunday | Sunday |
| 6 Apr 2026 | Easter Monday | Monday |
| 1 May 2026 | May Day | Friday |
| 14 May 2026 | Ascension Day | Thursday |
| 24 May 2026 | Pentecost | Sunday |
| 19 Jun 2026 | Midsummer Eve | Friday |
| 20 Jun 2026 | Midsummer Day | Saturday |
| 31 Oct 2026 | All Saints' Day | Saturday |
| 6 Dec 2026 | Independence Day | Sunday |
| 24 Dec 2026 | Christmas Eve | Thursday |
| 25 Dec 2026 | Christmas Day | Friday |
| 26 Dec 2026 | St. Stephen's Day | Saturday |
Frequently Asked Questions — Finland
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