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When is Christmas Day 2026?
Christmas Day 2026 is on Friday, December 25, 2026 — that's 83 days (11 weeks) from today.
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Christmas Day 2026 Dates & Schedule
| Date | December 25, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Status | Confirmed |
| Day of week | Friday |
| Countdown | 83 days (11 weeks) |
| Location | Worldwide; public-holiday arrangements vary by country |
| Source | US Office of Personnel Management: federal holidays |
| Source checked | October 2, 2026 |
Christmas Day 2026 is on Friday, December 25, 2026. That is 83 days away — about 11 weeks and 6 days, or roughly 2 months, from today.
Christmas Day 2026 is Friday, December 25. Christmas Eve is Thursday, December 24. This countdown ends on Christmas Day, so choose December 24 instead if your main celebration happens on Christmas Eve.
Planning a family visit? Keep Christmas Day and your departure date as separate countdowns. Check your school or employer’s holiday calendar before booking travel; a public holiday does not tell you when every school or workplace closes.
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About Christmas Day
Christmas Day 2026 falls on Friday, December 25th.
History & Significance
Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ.
Christmas Day 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
When is Christmas Day 2026?
Christmas Day 2026 is on Friday, December 25, 2026 — 83 days from today. You can track it with a free countdown widget on your iPhone home screen using the Outside app.
What day of the week is Christmas Day 2026?
Christmas Day 2026 falls on a Friday. Knowing the weekday helps you plan time off, travel, or weekend activities around the date.
How long until Christmas Day 2026?
Christmas Day 2026 is 11 weeks away — roughly 3 months from now. That's plenty of time to plan ahead.
Is there a free Christmas Day countdown app?
Yes. Outside is a free iPhone app with a Christmas Day countdown widget for your home screen. Countdowns and standard widgets are free. Features such as custom reminders and calendar sync may require Outside Pro.
When exactly is Christmas Day 2026?
Christmas Day 2026 is Friday, December 25. Christmas Eve is Thursday, December 24. This countdown ends on Christmas Day, so choose December 24 instead if your main celebration happens on Christmas Eve.
What should I confirm before Christmas Day 2026?
Planning a family visit? Keep Christmas Day and your departure date as separate countdowns. Check your school or employer’s holiday calendar before booking travel; a public holiday does not tell you when every school or workplace closes.
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