When is St. Stephen’s Day in 2027?
St. Stephen’s Day is Sunday, December 26, 2027, week 51.
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St. Stephen’s Day 2027 in Finland
Week 51 in 15 months
St. Stephen’s Day 2027 is Sunday, December 26, 2027, week 51. It is an official Finnish public holiday, but it falls on a weekend and usually does not create an extra weekday off.
About St. Stephen’s Day
Tapaninpäivä — second day of Christmas, named for the first Christian martyr. Traditionally the day to leave the house after Christmas Eve and visit relatives, friends, or the woods.
Day details
| Date | Sunday, December 26, 2027 |
|---|---|
| Public holiday | Yes |
| Day off | Falls on a weekend |
| Bank holiday | Yes |
| Next business day | Monday, December 27, 2027 |
| Long weekend | No clear bridge day. |
| Schools | Usually closed on public holidays. |
| Shops | Opening hours vary by shop and area. |
| Public transport | Holiday timetables may apply. |
Common questions
Is St. Stephen’s Day a day off in Finland in 2027?
St. Stephen’s Day is an official Finnish public holiday in 2027, but it falls on a weekend, so it usually does not create an extra weekday off.
Is St. Stephen’s Day paid time off?
This site does not determine whether St. Stephen’s 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, St. Stephen’s Day is a bank holiday in Finland on Sunday, December 26, 2027.
Can this create a long weekend in 2027?
St. Stephen’s Day does not have an obvious one-workday bridge in 2027.
Can I add it to my calendar?
Yes, you can add St. Stephen’s Day to your calendar as a single date or subscribe to all Finnish public holidays as a calendar feed.
Dates in nearby years
Related holidays
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
- St. Stephen’s Day
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.