Skywatching Tips for December 2025
What’s up in the day and night sky in December 2025, including the Geminid meteor shower and the December solstice.
Christmas is celebrated on December 25 as both a Christian holiday and a global cultural tradition. It honors the birth of Jesus Christ and includes festive customs like gift-giving, decorations, and seasonal music.
Is Catholic Christmas Day a Public Holiday?
Catholic Christmas Day is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Santa Claus, the modern figure inspired by St. Nicholas, is one of the most recognizable symbols of Christmas.
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About Catholic Christmas Day
Read more about Catholic Christmas Day.Catholic Christmas Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Fri | Dec 25 | Catholic Christmas Day | National Holiday |
| 2021 | Sat | Dec 25 | Catholic Christmas Day | National Holiday |
| 2022 | Sun | Dec 25 | Catholic Christmas Day | National Holiday |
| 2023 | Mon | Dec 25 | Catholic Christmas Day | National Holiday |
| 2024 | Wed | Dec 25 | Catholic Christmas Day | National Holiday |
| 2025 | Thu | Dec 25 | Catholic Christmas Day | National Holiday |
| 2026 | Fri | Dec 25 | Catholic Christmas Day | National Holiday |
| 2027 | Sat | Dec 25 | Catholic Christmas Day | National Holiday |
| 2028 | Mon | Dec 25 | Catholic Christmas Day | National Holiday |
| 2029 | Tue | Dec 25 | Catholic Christmas Day | National Holiday |
| 2030 | Wed | Dec 25 | Catholic Christmas Day | National 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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