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Christmas 2026 in Belgium: date and meaning
In 2026, Christmas falls on Friday December 25 in Belgium.
Christian feast of the birth of Jesus, on 25 December. A public holiday and the year's peak for gifts and family meals.
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Dates for the coming years
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Friday December 25, 2026 |
| 2027 | Saturday December 25, 2027 |
| 2028 | Monday December 25, 2028 |
Relevant sectors
- Automotive
- Motorcycles
- Home & bedding
- Restaurants
- Fashion & e-commerce
- Art & creation
- Agencies & B2B
- Retail
- Health & wellbeing
Source : emploi.belgique.be
Frequently asked questions
When is Christmas 2026 in Belgium?
In 2026, Christmas falls on Friday December 25 in Belgium.
When is Christmas 2027 in Belgium?
In 2027, Christmas falls on Saturday December 25 in Belgium.
Other dates in December 2026
- Pre-sales waiting period, winter December 2
- Saint Nicholas December 6
- Winter break (French-speaking schools) December 21
- World Meditation Day December 21
- Christmas break (Flemish schools) December 21
- New Year's Eve December 31
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