Public holiday
Boxing Day Countdown 2026
56 days until Boxing Day
Saturday, December 26, 2026
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The astronomy of the season
December Solstice
Monday, December 21, 2026 · 5 days before Boxing Day
The solstice — the sun reaches the far edge of its yearly path and the light begins to turn. Traditions the world over have gathered around this pivot for millennia.
Common questions
When is Boxing Day 2026?
Boxing Day 2026 falls on Saturday, December 26, 2026.
How many days until Boxing Day?
There are 56 days until Boxing Day 2026.
Boxing Day in coming years
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | December 26 | Saturday |
| 2027 | December 26 | Sunday |
| 2028 | December 26 | Tuesday |
| 2029 | December 26 | Wednesday |