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Finland observes a variety of public holidays that reflect its unique cultural and historical background. The country operates on a five-day workweek, with Saturdays and Sundays being the standard days off.
New Year's Day (January 1): The start of a new year is celebrated with parties, fireworks, and gatherings with family and friends.
Epiphany (January 6): This Christian holiday commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ. Many Finns attend church services on this day.
Good Friday: Observed the Friday before Easter, this solemn day commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Easter: Falling on the first Sunday after the first full moon of spring, Easter is a time for family gatherings, traditional Easter meals, and egg hunts.
Vappu (May 1): Also known as Labor Day, Vappu is a lively celebration marked by students wearing white caps and participating in various festivities. It symbolizes the arrival of spring.
Ascension Day: Celebrated 39 days after Easter, this holiday commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven.
Pentecost: Occurring 49 days after Easter, Pentecost marks the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles.
Midsummer Eve and Midsummer Day: Typically falling on a Friday and Saturday between June 19 and 26, Midsummer is Finland's most significant summer holiday, celebrated with bonfires, dancing, and traditional food.
All Saints' Day: Observed on a Saturday between October 31 and November 6, All Saints' Day is a time to remember the deceased.
Independence Day (December 6): This national holiday commemorates Finland's declaration of independence from Russia in 1917.
Christmas (December 24-26): Christmas is the most important holiday in Finland. Families gather on Christmas Eve for a festive dinner and gift exchange.
Special holidays in Finland
Midsummer (Juhannus)
Date: Typically celebrated on the last weekend of June.
Features: Midsummer is one of Finland's most important traditional holidays. People gather at lakeside cottages or forest cabins, light bonfires, dance traditional dances, and sing songs. Midsummer celebrates the summer solstice and is a time for Finns to connect with nature.
Customs: Picking Midsummer flowers, weaving wreaths, and enjoying saunas.
Independence Day (Itsenäisyyspäivä)
Date: December 6th every year.
Features: Commemorates Finland's declaration of independence in 1917. On this day, Finns hold various celebrations, including a state banquet at the Parliament House attended by the President.
Customs: Attending Independence Day balls, watching military parades, and singing the national anthem.
May Day (Vappu)
Note: While May Day is celebrated in many countries, in Finland it's more of a student celebration. University students wear white student caps and participate in street processions.
