When Is the March Equinox?
The Vernal (Spring) Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere is the Autumnal (Fall) Equinox in the Southern Hemisphere.
Christmas Eve, which is the day before Christmas Day, is celebrated in many countries worldwide. It is a Christian observance that falls on December 24 in the Gregorian calendar.
Is Christmas Eve a Public Holiday?
Christmas Eve is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
In 2021, it falls on a Friday, and some businesses may choose to follow Friday opening hours.
Christmas trees are decorated with baubles, lights and tinsel during the Christmas season.
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About Christmas Eve
Read more about Christmas Eve.Christmas Eve Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2016–2021.
Note: This day is an optional public holiday for the religious communities in Bangladesh.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Sat | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Optional Holiday |
| 2017 | Sun | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Optional Holiday |
| 2018 | Mon | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Optional Holiday |
| 2019 | Tue | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Optional Holiday |
| 2020 | Thu | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Optional Holiday |
| 2021 | Fri | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Optional Holiday |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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