How many days until Independence Day in Finland?
Independence Day (Itsenäisyyspäivä) is a nationwide public holiday in Finland. In 2026 it falls on a Sunday.
Independence Day dates in Finland
| Date | Applies |
|---|---|
| Sunday, 6 December 2026 | Nationwide |
| Monday, 6 December 2027 | Nationwide |
Other countries with Independence Day
A nationwide public holiday with this name also appears in the calendars of: Albania, Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Benin, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Costa Rica, Cuba, DR Congo, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Eswatini, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau and 62 more.
Frequently asked questions
When is Independence Day in Finland?
Independence Day falls on Sunday, 6 December 2026 and Monday, 6 December 2027.
Is Independence Day a nationwide public holiday in Finland?
Yes, Independence Day is a public holiday across the whole country.
Does Independence Day fall on a weekend?
In 2026 it falls on a Sunday. Whether a day in lieu is given depends on local rules.
Which public holiday in Finland comes after Independence Day?
The next one is Christmas Eve on Thursday, 24 December 2026.
How many days until Independence Day?
The live countdown at the top of this page shows the days and weeks left. It is calculated from your device's date.
More Finland holidays
- New Year's Day
- Epiphany
- Good Friday
- Easter Sunday
- Easter Monday
- May Day
- Ascension Day
- Pentecost
- Midsummer Eve
- Midsummer Day
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