Christmas Day in French Polynesia

In 2026, Christmas Day falls on Friday, 25 December 2026.

Rustic driftwood christmas tree on a sandy beach.
Photo by SERGEI BEZZUBOV on UnsplashUpdated 15 Jul 2026

About Christmas Day

Christmas Day is a widely celebrated public holiday in French Polynesia, marking the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a time for Christian worship as well as joyful family gatherings and gift-giving. Cultural celebrations often blend traditional religious practices with island-style festivities and communal feasts.

Christmas Day dates in French Polynesia

Observance dates for Christmas Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).

25 Dec 2023

Monday · Christmas Day

2023

25 Dec 2024

Wednesday · Christmas Day

2024

25 Dec 2025

Thursday · Christmas Day

2025

25 Dec 2026

Friday · Christmas Day

2026

25 Dec 2027

Saturday · Christmas Day

2027

25 Dec 2028

Monday · Christmas Day

2028

25 Dec 2029

Tuesday · Christmas Day

2029

25 Dec 2030

Wednesday · Christmas Day

2030

25 Dec 2031

Thursday · Christmas Day

2031

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