Christmas Day
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Weekday
Tuesday
Week
2
Day of year
6
Country
🇪🇹 ET
ETB
About this holiday
Christmas Day on 25 December commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ in Christian tradition and is one of the most widely observed holidays in the world. Even in secular contexts it has become a cultural celebration involving family gatherings, gift exchange, decorated trees, festive meals and songs.
Christmas Day · 2025–2030
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