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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.
It is time for children in many countries around the world to hang their Christmas stockings (or pillow cases), hoping for a present to arrive from Santa Claus on Christmas Day.
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About Christmas Day
Read more about Christmas Day.Christmas Day Observances
Note: During a public holiday, government offices and most businesses are closed so people have a day off work.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 金曜日 | 12月25日 (金) | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | 土曜日 | 12月25日 (土) | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | 日曜日 | 12月25日 (日) | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | 月曜日 | 12月25日 (月) | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2024 | 水曜日 | 12月25日 (水) | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | 木曜日 | 12月25日 (木) | Christmas Day | 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.
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