What's open on May Day 2026 in Finland?
May Day 2026 falls on 1 May 2026.
Vappu (May Day) on 1 May is Finland’s big carnival of students and workers. Banks and offices close; supermarkets stay open and restaurants do huge trade.
Chain opening hours
| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Hours | Verification & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Yliopiston Apteekki 24h24/7 Duty Päivystävät apteekit avoinna 24/7 kaikkina juhlapyhinä Editorial0300-20200 | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 yliopistonapteekki.fi |
Neste K 24/7 & Express24/7 Duty Automaattiasemat ja Neste K -liikenneasemat avoinna 24h pyhäpäivinä Editorial | Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 neste.fi |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Reduced hours | 09:00–18:00 | 2026-04-30 s-kaupat.fi |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 k-market.fi |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 lidl.fi |
Editorial | Retail & Shopping Malls | Reduced hours | 09:00–20:00 | 2026-04-30 prisma.fi |
| Public Transit & Transport | Reduced hours | Hours Vary | 2026-04-20 vr.fi | |
| Post & Parcel Lockers | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 posti.fi |
Frequently asked questions
Are shops open on May Day 2026 in Finland?
Vappu (May Day) on 1 May is Finland’s big carnival of students and workers. Banks and offices close; supermarkets stay open and restaurants do huge trade. Typically closed: banks, government.
When is May Day in 2026?
May Day falls on 1 May 2026 (2026-05-01) in 2026.