Christmas Eve
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Bank holiday
Christmas Eve Countdown 2026
Thursday, December 24, 2026
The astronomy of the season
December Solstice
Monday, December 21, 2026, 3 days before Christmas Eve
At 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 Christmas Eve 2026?
Christmas Eve 2026 falls on Thursday, December 24, 2026.
How many days until Christmas Eve?
Christmas Eve 2026 is 7 weeks, 3 days, and 18 hours away.
Christmas Eve in coming years
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | December 24 | Thursday |
| 2027 | December 24 | Friday |
| 2028 | December 24 | Sunday |
| 2029 | December 24 | Monday |