Christmas is coming, bringing joy and festive cheer! As you prepare for the holiday season with its red and green decorations, you’ll need to know exactly when Christmas falls to make your plans.
You might be asking, “What Day Is Christmas This Year?” We’ve got you covered with all the details. And with 2024 being a leap year, you’ll need the details for planning the celebrations.
Beyond Christmas Day, we’ll also cover Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day, helping you get ready for the entire holiday stretch.
Even though it may seem far off, the holidays require preparation: gifts to buy, trips to plan, and guests to welcome. Getting started early can ease the stress.
So, let’s dive in and find out when to hang those stockings and bake those cookies. Here’s what you need to know about when Christmas is this year.
What Day is Christmas 2024?
Christmas always falls on December 25th. While the date is constant, the day of the week changes each year.
Last year, Christmas was on a Monday. Without a leap year, it would have been on a Wednesday this year. But because 2024 is a leap year, the extra day shifts everything forward.
Therefore, in 2024, Christmas Day will be on Wednesday, December 25.
If you’re already looking ahead, Christmas 2025 will be on a Thursday. And in 2026, Christmas will be on a Friday, offering a delightful three-day weekend!
When is Christmas Eve?
If you’re making travel plans or need to finish your holiday shopping, knowing when Christmas Eve is crucial. Christmas Eve is always the day before Christmas Day, so this year: Christmas Eve will be on Tuesday, December 24, 2024.
Like Christmas Day, it’s in the middle of the week, giving you extra time for last-minute shopping or errands. The post office will be open for those final holiday cards, and banks will be available for any transactions before closing for Christmas Day.
When is New Year’s 2024?
Christmas and New Year’s are precisely one week apart. New Year’s Eve follows Christmas Eve by seven days.
In 2024, New Year’s Eve falls on Tuesday, December 31. Naturally, New Year’s Day is on Wednesday, January 1, 2025.
However you plan to celebrate the arrival of 2025, you can look forward to a shorter work week following the holiday.
Remember, banks, credit unions, government offices (including the post office), and schools will be closed on Wednesday, December 25, and Wednesday, January 1, 2025.
