Christmas Eve in 🇫🇮 Finland
Public Holiday
Yes
National Holiday
No
Type
Public Holiday
Christmas Eve in Finland
Christmas Eve (Jouluaatto) is the main Christmas celebration in Finland; families gather for a sauna, visit cemeteries to light candles, and enjoy a traditional meal including rice porridge, ham, and various Christmas casseroles.
About Christmas Eve
The evening of December 24 preceding Christmas Day, observed with festive traditions including church midnight masses, family gatherings, carol singing, and the giving of gifts.
Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Dec. 24 | Tuesday |
| 2025 | Dec. 24 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | Dec. 24 | Thursday |
| 2027 | Dec. 24 | Friday |
| 2028 | Dec. 24 | Sunday |
| 2029 | Dec. 24 | Monday |
| 2030 | Dec. 24 | Tuesday |