New Year's Day 2026 — Christmas Island
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Christmas Island, observed on January 1, 2026 (Thursday) in 2026. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2026, New Year's Day falls on a Thursday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Date January 1, 2026
Day Thursday
Type Public
Countries 
Christmas Island
Christmas Island Status This holiday has passed
New Year's Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 1, 2024 | Monday |
| 2025 | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | January 1, 2026 | Thursday |
| 2027 | January 1, 2027 | Friday |
| 2028 | January 1, 2028 | Saturday |
| 2029 | January 1, 2029 | Monday |
| 2030 | January 1, 2030 | Tuesday |
Other Public Holidays in Christmas Island (2026)
Monday, January 26, 2026 Australia Day Tuesday, February 17, 2026 Chinese New Year Friday, March 20, 2026 End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) Monday, March 23, 2026 Labour Day Friday, April 3, 2026 Good Friday Saturday, April 25, 2026 Anzac Day Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) Tuesday, October 6, 2026 Territory Day Friday, December 25, 2026 Christmas Day Saturday, December 26, 2026 Boxing Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in Christmas Island is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Christmas Island?
Yes, New Year's Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until New Year's Day 2026?
New Year's Day 2026 was on January 1, 2026 and has already passed.