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Finnish Public Holidays and Traditions
Finland has about 13 public holidays per year, each with its own traditions. Here is what to expect and what closes.
What are Finnish national holidays and when are businesses closed?
Key Finnish holidays: New Year (Jan 1), Epiphany (Jan 6), Good Friday & Easter (March/April), May Day/Vappu (May 1), Ascension, Midsummer Eve & Day (late June - many businesses close Friday-Sunday), All Saints' Day (early Nov), Independence Day (Dec 6 - very important), Christmas Eve & Day (Dec 2...