Christmas Day

View Christmas Day in Chile, including upcoming dates, public holiday status, and related observances.

Facts

Date
December 25, 2026
Local name
Navidad / Natividad del Señor
Country
Chile
Category
COUNTRY_PUBLIC
Type
public, national

What is Christmas Day?

Christmas Day, observed on December 25, 2026 in Chile, is a public holiday. It commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ and is observed by Christians around the world.

Christmas Day is a significant holiday in Chile, marked by festive decorations, traditional food, and time spent with family and friends. Many Chileans attend church services and exchange gifts as part of their celebrations.

Why it matters

Christmas Day has significant social and cultural importance in Chile, bringing people together across the country. It is also an important economic driver, with many businesses benefiting from the increased spending and tourism associated with the holiday.

How to observe

In Chile, people typically celebrate Christmas Day by attending church services, exchanging gifts, and spending time with family and friends. Many families also traditional Chilean dishes, such as panettone and pipinka.

Some popular activities on Christmas Day in Chile include participating in festive parades and attending midnight mass.

Dates

YearDateLink
20252025-12-25View 2025 holidays
20262026-12-25View 2026 holidays
20272027-12-25View 2027 holidays
20282028-12-25View 2028 holidays

FAQ

Observed in other countries

CountryDateNameLink
Armenia2026-01-05-View
Serbia2026-01-07-View

Other holidays in Chile in December