Christmas Countdown 2026
Christmas Day 2026 falls on Friday, December 25. Use this live countdown to see the time remaining in your local timezone, then browse practical ways to plan the season without losing sight of the fun.
What this countdown means
2026 is a common year, and December 25 falls on Friday. The clock targets the start of Christmas Day in your local time, so the exact hours remaining depend on where you are and when you visit.
How to use the clock
A day counter answers āhow many days?ā while the live timer also includes the partial day in progress. Both are useful: the calendar helps with planning, and the hours and minutes make the approach feel tangible.
A small way to enjoy the wait
Save this page for a quick check, or explore the separate Christmas Eve, sleeps, and weeks countdowns. The site automatically switches to the next Christmas after December 25 passes in your timezone.
The timer uses the date and timezone on your device and updates in your browser. The countdown target is midnight at the start of December 25 in the target year. Your device clock must be set correctly for an accurate result.
Explore another Christmas clock
Looking for a different way to count? Continue to Christmas Eve Countdown or return to the Christmas countdown homepage.
Frequently asked questions
Does the timer update automatically?
Yes. It refreshes every second in your browser and does not require an account or app.
Is the countdown adjusted to my timezone?
Yes. It uses your deviceās local time and timezone setting.
What happens after Christmas?
The page automatically counts toward the next matching holiday date.