Christmas Day 2025

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Countdown to Christmas Day 2025

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Christmas Day represents the pinnacle of the American holiday season, combining religious observance with cultural celebration on December 25th annually. As a federal holiday, Christmas creates unique business and travel patterns, with many organizations closing for extended periods and families coordinating complex gift-giving and gathering logistics. This fixed-date holiday requires year-round planning for retailers, manufacturers, and service industries managing seasonal inventory, staffing, and delivery schedules. Our countdown tool provides essential timing for gift shipping deadlines, travel arrangements, time-off requests, and marketing campaign launches. Whether managing e-commerce fulfillment windows, coordinating multi-location family celebrations, or planning religious services, precise Christmas timing ensures every detail aligns for this most anticipated day of celebration and reflection. Christmas commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ in Christian tradition, with December 25th chosen by the Roman Catholic Church in the 4th century to coincide with winter solstice celebrations and Roman festivals, helping convert pagan populations to Christianity.

Quick Facts

Next Date:
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Weekday:
Thursday
Countries:
United States, Canada, United Kingdom
Timezone:
America/New_York

Next 10 Years

2025
Dec 25, 2025
2026
Dec 25, 2026
2027
Dec 27, 2027
Observed
2028
Dec 25, 2028
2029
Dec 25, 2029

Previous 3 Years

2024
Dec 25, 2024
2023
Dec 25, 2023
2022
Dec 26, 2022
Observed

What's Open or Closed?

Service availability on Thursday, December 25, 2025

Open / Operating

📦UPS Delivery
🚚FedEx Delivery

Closed / No Service

🏛️Federal Government Offices
🏦Banks & Financial Services
📮USPS Mail Service
📈U.S. Stock Market
🏫Schools (Typical)

Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only. Always check locally with specific services for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Christmas Day always December 25th?

Yes, Christmas Day is always celebrated on December 25th, regardless of which day of the week it falls on.

What happens when Christmas falls on a weekend?

When Christmas falls on Saturday, Friday is typically observed as the federal holiday. When it falls on Sunday, Monday is observed.

Is Christmas Day a federal holiday?

Yes, Christmas Day is a federal holiday, with government offices, banks, and most businesses closed.

When should I ship gifts to arrive by Christmas?

Shipping deadlines vary by carrier and service level, typically ranging from mid-December for ground shipping to December 23rd for express services.

Do public transportation systems operate on Christmas Day?

Most public transportation operates on reduced Sunday schedules or suspends service entirely on Christmas Day.

Why was December 25th chosen for Christmas?

The Roman Catholic Church chose December 25th in the 4th century to coincide with winter solstice celebrations and Roman festivals, helping spread Christianity.