What day is Christmas in 2026?

Christmas Day will fall on a Friday in 2026.

Is Christmas a public holiday?

Yes Christmas is a major global public and religious holiday.

When is Christmas Eve?

Christmas Eve is on December 24 2026.

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When is Christmas 2026 Happening?

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December 25, 2026 12:00 AM EST

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The annual celebration of Christmas returns as a major worldwide public and religious holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. Observed globally by billions of people, the festive day brings together families for gift-giving, traditional meals, and cultural winter celebrations. You can track the live holiday countdown to Christmas Day right here on this page.

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Global Public, Cultural

and Religious HolidayAssociated Traditions

Christmas Eve (December 24), Boxing Day (December 26), holiday shopping season, Christmas tree decoration

and family gatherings. Key Celebrations

Midnight Mass services, festive dining, and winter break holiday schedules globally.

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