Christmas Eve in France
In 2026, Christmas Eve falls on Thursday, 24 December 2026.
About Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve is the evening preceding Christmas Day and is widely celebrated in France with a traditional late-night feast known as Le Réveillon. Families gather to share elaborate meals, often featuring oysters, foie gras, and the classic Bûche de Noël cake. While not a public holiday, it remains a central part of the French festive season and holiday spirit.
Christmas Eve dates in France
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
