May Day (vappu) and Ascension Day (helatorstai) are public holidays in Finland, so Scanlink´s office is closed on May 1st and Thursday 9. on Ascension Day.
May Day, or Vappu in Finnish, is a significant celebration in Finland and many other countries. May Day is especially a holiday for workers and students. It's a day that often symbolizes the arrival of spring and is marked with various festivities, including picnics, parades, and gatherings.
In Finland, Vappu is particularly associated with student culture, and it's common to see students wearing their traditional white caps and enjoying the festivities. It's a time for people to come together, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate the changing of seasons.