Look Up for Shooting Stars!
The Leonid meteor shower is active now and peaks on Nov 17/18. Use our Interactive Meteor Shower Sky Map to see when and where to best see these shooting stars. more
Christmas Day in South Africa
Christmas Day, on December 25, is one of the most festive Christian holidays in many countries around the world. It celebrates Jesus' birth.
Is Christmas Day a Public Holiday?
Christmas Day is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Many people celebrate Christmas Day with a festive meal.
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About Christmas Day
Read more about Christmas Day.Christmas Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Sat | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2011 | Sun | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2011 | Mon | Dec 26 | Christmas Day observed | Public Holiday |
| 2012 | Tue | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2013 | Wed | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2014 | Thu | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2015 | Fri | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2016 | Sun | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2016 | Mon | Dec 26 | Christmas Day observed | Public Holiday |
| 2017 | Mon | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2018 | Tue | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2019 | Wed | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2020 | Fri | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
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