Christmas Day 2025 — South Africa
About Christmas Day
Christmas Day is a public holiday in South Africa, observed on December 25, 2025 (Thursday) in 2025. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2025, Christmas Day falls on a Thursday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Date December 25, 2025
Day Thursday
Type Public
Countries 
South Africa
South Africa Status This holiday has passed
Christmas Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | December 25, 2024 | Wednesday |
| 2025 | December 25, 2025 | Thursday |
| 2026 | December 25, 2026 | Friday |
| 2027 | December 25, 2027 | Saturday |
| 2028 | December 25, 2028 | Monday |
| 2029 | December 25, 2029 | Tuesday |
| 2030 | December 25, 2030 | Wednesday |
Other Public Holidays in South Africa (2025)
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 New Year's Day Friday, March 21, 2025 Human Rights Day Friday, April 18, 2025 Good Friday Monday, April 21, 2025 Family Day Sunday, April 27, 2025 Freedom Day Monday, April 28, 2025 Public Holiday Thursday, May 1, 2025 Workers' Day Monday, June 16, 2025 Youth Day Saturday, August 9, 2025 National Women's Day Wednesday, September 24, 2025 Heritage Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Christmas Day in 2025?
Christmas Day in South Africa is on December 25, 2025 (Thursday).
Is Christmas Day a public holiday in South Africa?
Yes, Christmas Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until Christmas Day 2025?
Christmas Day 2025 was on December 25, 2025 and has already passed.