Look up for the Buck Moon!
July's Full Moon is named after the male deer who grow new antlers at this time of year.
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.
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
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Sat | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Bank holiday |
| 2017 | Sun | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Bank holiday |
| 2018 | Mon | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Bank holiday |
| 2019 | Tue | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Bank holiday |
| 2020 | Thu | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Bank holiday |
| 2021 | Fri | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Bank holiday |
| 2022 | Sat | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Bank holiday |
| 2023 | Sun | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Bank holiday |
| 2024 | Tue | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Bank holiday |
| 2025 | Wed | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Bank holiday |
| 2026 | Thu | Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Bank 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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