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.
New Year’s Eve is one of the largest global celebrations because it marks the last day of the year in the Gregorian calendar, December 31, before the New Year. Count down to the New Year no matter where you are in the world.
Is Extra Work Day a Public Holiday?
Extra working days on weekends compensate for added days of rest during the year. Most businesses, stores, and workplaces have regular working hours.
Many people celebrate New Year's Eve to bid farewell to the year that ends and to welcome the New Year.
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About Extra Work Day
Read more about Extra Work Day.Extra Work Day Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2018–2026.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Sat | Dec 15 | Extra Work Day | Working day on weekend |
| 2026 | Sat | Jan 10 | Extra Work Day | Working day on weekend |
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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