How Many Days Until Christmas Eve?
89
days until Christmas Eve
Thursday, December 24, 2026Live countdown loads in your browser.
When is Christmas Eve?
Christmas Eve is December 24, one day before Christmas. The countdown ends at the start of December 24, not at evening services or family gatherings. It is not a regular federal holiday, though many businesses close early; verify the hours of any shop or service you plan to visit.
| Year | Date | Days away |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Thursday, December 24, 2026 | 89 days |
| 2027 | Friday, December 24, 2027 | 454 days |
| 2028 | Sunday, December 24, 2028 | 820 days |
| 2029 | Monday, December 24, 2029 | 1,185 days |
| 2030 | Tuesday, December 24, 2030 | 1,550 days |
| 2031 | Wednesday, December 24, 2031 | 1,915 days |
| 2032 | Friday, December 24, 2032 | 2,281 days |
"Days away" counted from Saturday, September 26, 2026 (U.S. Eastern). The counter at the top uses your own date and time zone.
Common questions
How many days until Christmas Eve 2026?
As of Saturday, September 26, 2026, there are 89 days until Christmas Eve on Thursday, December 24, 2026. The live counter at the top of this page updates every second using your time zone.
What day is Christmas Eve 2026?
Christmas Eve 2026 is on Thursday, December 24, 2026.
Is Christmas Eve a federal holiday?
Not normally. It is only a day off for federal workers when Christmas falls on a Saturday (the holiday is then observed on Friday, December 24) or when the President gives an extra day off by executive order.