How many days until Christmas Eve (part-day public holiday) in Australia?
There are 52 days until Christmas Eve (part-day public holiday) 2026 in Australia — Thursday, December 24, 2026.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Christmas Eve (part-day public holiday) on Thursday, December 24, 2026. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Christmas Eve (part-day public holiday) is a state/territory holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Christmas Eve is a part-day public holiday in Queensland, South Australia and the Northern Territory — the evening hours of December 24 count as holiday time, with penalty pay for anynoe working. Elsewhere in Australia it is an ordinary workday.
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 Eve (part-day public holiday):
- 50 days to go — Wednesday, November 4, 2026
- 30 days to go — Tuesday, November 24, 2026 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Thursday, December 10, 2026
- 7 days to go — Thursday, December 17, 2026 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Wednesday, December 23, 2026
Christmas Eve (part-day public holiday) 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.
Coming up after Christmas Eve (part-day public holiday)
- Dec 25 Days until Christmas Day 53 days away
- Dec 26 Days until Boxing Day 54 days away
- Jan 1 Days until New Year's Day 60 days away
- Jan 26 Days until Australia Day 85 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Christmas Eve (part-day public holiday)?
There are 52 days until Christmas Eve (part-day public holiday), which falls on Thursday, December 24, 2026. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Christmas Eve (part-day public holiday)?
There are 7 weekends between now and Christmas Eve (part-day public holiday) on December 24 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Christmas Eve (part-day public holiday) a day off?
Christmas Eve (part-day public holiday) is a state/territory holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.