Day of the week
Thursday
Day off
Not a federal holiday
Countdown
Day 358 of 2026
357 days after January 1.
How the Date of Christmas Eve Is Determined
Always December 24. It is not a federal holiday, except when it becomes the observed day off for a Saturday Christmas.
Christmas Eve Dates 2026–2031
Christmas Eve 2026 FAQ
When Is Christmas Eve 2026?
Christmas Eve 2026 is on Thursday, December 24, 2026.
Is Christmas Eve a federal holiday?
No. Christmas Eve is not one of the 11 US federal holidays, so it is not a paid day off by law; employers decide whether to give time off.
How is the date of Christmas Eve determined?
Always December 24. It is not a federal holiday, except when it becomes the observed day off for a Saturday Christmas.
When Is Christmas Eve 2027?
Christmas Eve 2027 is on Friday, December 24, 2027.
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