Christian
Christmas Eve 2026
Thursday, December 24, 2026
Not a statutory holiday
What it is
The evening before Christmas Day.
How it's observed
Midnight services, family gatherings; many workplaces close early.
Is Christmas Eve a stat holiday?
No. Christmas Eve is not a statutory holiday anywhere in Canada, though you can ask your employer for the day off.
In the workplace
- Not a statutory holiday, though many employers close at noon.