Christmas Day

Name: Christmas Day (Antarctica)
Start: 2026-12-25
End: 2026-12-25
Location: Antarctica

Nationwide public holiday in Antarctica

Next Christmas Day

Friday, 25 December 2026

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Dates

Year	Date	Weekday	Notes
2026	25 December	Friday	Nationwide
2027	25 December	Saturday	Nationwide

Where it applies

Everywhere in Antarctica.

Is it a day off?

Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.

Make it longer

Fri 25 Dec – Sun 27 Dec is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.

Plan more breaks with the leave planner.

Typical weather in McMurdo Station around 25 December: high -4°C (24°F), low -7°C (19°F), rain on 16% of days.

Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around McMurdo Station. Past averages, not a forecast.

About Christmas Day

Christmas Day on 25 December celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and is one of the main feasts of the Christian year. The date has been used for the feast in Rome since at least the fourth century. It is a public holiday in many countries, including some where Christians are a minority. Some Orthodox churches that follow the Julian calendar celebrate Christmas on 7 January.

Traditions

Christians attend church services, and the day is widely spent with family. Common customs include decorating a Christmas tree, exchanging gifts, singing carols and sharing a large festive meal. Dishes and sweets vary greatly from country to country, as do figures associated with bringing presents to children.

Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.

Coming up next in Antarctica

New Year's Day

Friday, 1 January 2027