Christmas Eve in Belgium
In 2026, Christmas Eve falls on Thursday, 24 December 2026.
Photo by Charlotte Cowell on UnsplashUpdated 16 Jul 2026
About Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve is the evening preceding Christmas Day and is celebrated across Belgium as a time for family gatherings. Many people enjoy a traditional festive meal together and attend midnight church services. While it is a cultural and religious observance, it is not typically a public holiday.
Christmas Eve dates in Belgium
Observance dates for Christmas Eve across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 24 Dec 2023 | Sunday | Christmas Eve |
| 2024 | 24 Dec 2024 | Tuesday | Christmas Eve |
| 2025 | 24 Dec 2025 | Wednesday | Christmas Eve |
| 2026This year | 24 Dec 2026 | Thursday | Christmas Eve |
| 2027 | 24 Dec 2027 | Friday | Christmas Eve |
| 2028 | 24 Dec 2028 | Sunday | Christmas Eve |
| 2029 | 24 Dec 2029 | Monday | Christmas Eve |
| 2030 | 24 Dec 2030 | Tuesday | Christmas Eve |
| 2031 | 24 Dec 2031 | Wednesday | Christmas Eve |
24 Dec 2023
Sunday · Christmas Eve
24 Dec 2024
Tuesday · Christmas Eve
24 Dec 2025
Wednesday · Christmas Eve
24 Dec 2026
Thursday · Christmas Eve
24 Dec 2027
Friday · Christmas Eve
24 Dec 2028
Sunday · Christmas Eve
24 Dec 2029
Monday · Christmas Eve
24 Dec 2030
Tuesday · Christmas Eve
24 Dec 2031
Wednesday · Christmas Eve
