Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve in the United States is on December 24 each year.
Christmas Day, on December 25, is one of the most festive Christian holidays in many countries around the world. It celebrates Jesus' birth.
Is Christmas Day a Public Holiday?
Christmas Day is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
In 2021, it falls on a Saturday, and some businesses may choose to follow Saturday opening hours.
Many people celebrate Christmas Day with a festive meal.
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About Christmas Day
Read more about Christmas Day.Christmas Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Sun | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| 2017 | Mon | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| 2018 | Tue | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| 2019 | Wed | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| 2020 | Fri | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| 2021 | Sat | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| 2022 | Sun | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| 2022 | Mon | Dec 26 | Christmas Day observed | Federal Public Holiday |
| 2023 | Mon | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| 2024 | Wed | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| 2025 | Thu | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Federal Public Holiday |
| 2026 | Fri | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Federal Public Holiday |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
