Christmas Day

Learn when Christmas Day is observed in Netherlands, with dates, holiday type, and related calendar details.

Facts

Date
December 25, 2026
Local name
Eerste Kerstdag
Country
Netherlands
Category
COUNTRY_PUBLIC
Type
public, national

What is Christmas Day?

Christmas Day is a public holiday in the Netherlands, observed on December 25.

On this day, families and friends come together to exchange gifts and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.

Christmas is traditionally celebrated with a large meal, often featuring stamppot and kerststol, and engaging in festive activities.

Why it matters

Christmas Day has a significant cultural and religious importance in the Netherlands, symbolizing kindness, generosity, and compassion.

How to observe

In the Netherlands, Christmas Day is traditionally celebrated with a large meal and exchanging gifts, with a focus on children and young families.

Families may participate in festive activities such as singing Christmas carols or going on a winter outing.

The day is an opportunity for people to come together with loved ones and create lasting memories.

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 Netherlands in December