Christmas Day

Name: Christmas Day (Christmas Island)
Start: 2026-12-25
End: 2026-12-25
Location: Christmas Island

Nationwide public holiday in Christmas Island

Next Christmas Day

Friday, 25 December 2026

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Dates

Year	Date	Weekday	Notes
2026	25 December	Friday	Nationwide
2027	25 December	Saturday	Nationwide
2027	27 December	Monday	Christmas Day (observed) Observed day off for Christmas Day (Sat 25 Dec)

Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.

Where it applies

Everywhere in Christmas Island.

Is it a day off?

Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.

Make it longer

Fri 25 Dec – Mon 28 Dec is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.

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About Christmas Day

Christmas Day on 25 December celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and is one of the main feasts of the Christian year. The date has been used for the feast in Rome since at least the fourth century. It is a public holiday in many countries, including some where Christians are a minority. Some Orthodox churches that follow the Julian calendar celebrate Christmas on 7 January.

Traditions

Christians attend church services, and the day is widely spent with family. Common customs include decorating a Christmas tree, exchanging gifts, singing carols and sharing a large festive meal. Dishes and sweets vary greatly from country to country, as do figures associated with bringing presents to children.

Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.

Coming up next in Christmas Island

Boxing Day

Saturday, 26 December 2026