What is Christmas?
Christmas is the feast of the Nativity, the day Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. It falls on December 25 and opens the twelve days of Christmas that run to Epiphany.
Alongside its worship, it has become one of the most widely kept celebrations in the world.
How to prepare for Christmas
The four weeks of Advent are the traditional time to get ready, not only with gifts and gatherings but with prayer.
A daily Advent reading, time set aside for quiet, and a plan for worship on Christmas Eve or Christmas morning help keep the day centered on its meaning.
When is Christmas each year?
| Year | Day | Date | Days away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Friday | December 25, 2026 | 111 days away |
| 2027 | Saturday | December 25, 2027 | 476 days away |
| 2028 | Monday | December 25, 2028 | 842 days away |
| 2029 | Tuesday | December 25, 2029 | 1207 days away |
| 2030 | Wednesday | December 25, 2030 | 1572 days away |
| 2031 | Thursday | December 25, 2031 | 1937 days away |
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