How many days until Christmas Day?
There are 53 days until Christmas Day 2026 — Friday, December 25, 2026.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Christmas Day on Friday, December 25, 2026, set by the rule: December 25. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Christmas Day is a federal holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close, mail is not delivered, and most banks and the stock market shut for the day. Christmas Day, December 25, is a federal holiday in the United States and a public holiday in all 50 states. Post offices, banks, markets, government offices and most stores close, making it the quietest buisness day of the American year.
Milestones on the way
If you like counting in round numbers rather than watching every second, these are the dates the countdown passes on its way to Christmas Day:
- 50 days to go — Thursday, November 5, 2026
- 30 days to go — Wednesday, November 25, 2026 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Friday, December 11, 2026
- 7 days to go — Friday, December 18, 2026 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Thursday, December 24, 2026
Christmas Day dates by year
Dates computed from the governing statutes and last verified October 3, 2026. Years beyond officially published schedules are projected from the rule that sets the date.
What closes on Christmas Day
| Service | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office (USPS) | Closed | No regular mail delivery; only limited premium services operate. |
| Banks | Closed | A Federal Reserve holiday; branches close, ATMs and apps still work. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Closed | NYSE and Nasdaq close, with early closes common on Christmas Eve. |
| Federal offices | Closed | All federal agencies and courts close for the federal holiday. |
| State and local government | Closed | Public holiday in every state; offices, courts and DMVs close. |
Coming up after Christmas Day
- Jan 1 Days until New Year's Day 60 days away
- Jan 18 Days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day 77 days away
- Feb 15 Days until Presidents' Day 105 days away
- May 31 Days until Memorial Day 210 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Christmas Day?
There are 53 days until Christmas Day, which falls on Friday, December 25, 2026. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Christmas Day?
There are 7 weekends between now and Christmas Day on December 25 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Christmas Day a day off?
Christmas Day is a federal holiday, so government offices, post offices and most banks close. Private employers set their own policy.