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Christmas Day 2024 in Belgium

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.

It is time for children in many countries around the world to hang their Christmas stockings (or pillow cases), hoping for a present to arrive from Santa Claus on Christmas Day.

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About Christmas Day

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Christmas Day Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019WedDec 25Christmas DayNational holiday
2020FriDec 25Christmas DayNational holiday
2021SatDec 25Christmas DayNational holiday
2022SunDec 25Christmas DayNational holiday
2023MonDec 25Christmas DayNational holiday
2024WedDec 25Christmas DayNational holiday
2025ThuDec 25Christmas DayNational holiday
2026FriDec 25Christmas DayNational holiday
2027SatDec 25Christmas DayNational holiday
2028MonDec 25Christmas DayNational holiday
2029TueDec 25Christmas DayNational holiday

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