When Is Christmas 2026?

Christmas 2026 falls on Friday, December 25, 2026 — 117 days from now. Live countdown, dates through 2030, and how the date is set.

Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world. A liturgical feast central to Christianity, Christmas preparation begins on the First Sunday of Advent. Advent is followed by Christmastide, which historically in the West lasts twelve days and culminates on Twelfth Night. Christmas Day is a public holiday in many countries and is observed by a majority of Christians; it is also celebrated culturally by many non-Christians and forms an integral part of the annual holiday season. Christmas is always on December 25.

Christmas falls on Friday, December 25, 2026. The countdown above updates live, so you always see exactly how many days, hours, and minutes are left.