(NEXSTAR) — For spooky fans and trick-or-treat lovers, this October is going to be extra special with Halloween falling on a Friday, giving way to a weekend of eerie activities. For some, that Friday will be extra wicked, but for a good reason.

October marks the last three-payday month of 2025, giving some workers a "bonus" payment for the first time since May.

While nearly all employees who are paid weekly will automatically receive an extra paycheck this month (five instead of four), not every worker who is paid bi-weekly will.

Here's how to know if you'll receive an extra paycheck in October, and if not, when your next three-payday month will happen.

Will I get a third paycheck in October?

The easiest way is, of course, to wait for Friday. If you get paid, you'll see two more paych

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