Christmas Day
Learn when Christmas Day is observed in Estonia, with dates, holiday type, and related calendar details.
Facts
- Date
- December 25, 2026
- Local name
- esimene jõulupüha
- Country
- Estonia
- Category
- COUNTRY_PUBLIC
- Type
- public, national
What is Christmas Day?
In Estonia, Christmas Day is a public holiday that commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a day of celebration and gift-giving, and is often marked with church services and family gatherings.
Yes, Christmas Day is a public holiday in Estonia, and all businesses and government offices are closed on this day.
Many Estonian families traditionally celebrate Christmas by attending church services, exchanging gifts, and enjoying traditional foods such as verivorst and herring.
Why it matters
Christmas Day holds significant cultural and religious importance in Estonia, as it marks the birth of Jesus Christ and is an important part of Christian tradition.
It is also a time for families and friends to come together and celebrate the holiday season.
How to observe
In Estonia, Christmas Day is typically observed by attending church services, exchanging gifts, and enjoying traditional foods. It is a national holiday, therefore it is a public holiday for everyone in the country.
Many Estonian families traditionally celebrate Christmas in this way, but the specifics can vary depending on individual and cultural traditions.
Dates
| Year | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2025-12-25 | View 2025 holidays |
| 2026 | 2026-12-25 | View 2026 holidays |
| 2027 | 2027-12-25 | View 2027 holidays |
| 2028 | 2028-12-25 | View 2028 holidays |