Public holiday in Estonia
Christmas Day in Estonia
Friday, December 25, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
Christmas Day is a nationwide public holiday in Estonia on 25 December. It is part of the midwinter holiday period and is widely associated with family gatherings and quiet time at home.
About Christmas Day in Estonia
In Estonia, Christmas Day is one of the main public holidays of the year and falls within the Christmas period that also includes the days around it. It is observed nationwide, so it is relevant across the country rather than in any single region. For many people, the day is less about public events and more about home life, rest and visiting family. In practice, it is one of the quietest days of the holiday season, following the preparations and seasonal activity leading up to Christmas Eve.
Traditions
Estonian Christmas customs commonly include a family meal, giving gifts and spending time indoors during the winter break. Traditional seasonal foods are often associated with the holiday table, including pork, sauerkraut and blood sausage, along with gingerbread and other sweets.
How Christmas Day is celebrated in Estonia
The day is usually spent at home or with close family rather than in large public gatherings. Many people continue the celebrations from Christmas Eve into Christmas Day, with a calm schedule and a focus on meals, conversation and time together.
Interesting facts
In Estonia, the Christmas holiday period is linked with a strong winter emphasis: the days are short, and the holiday falls during the darkest part of the year. Christmas Day is followed immediately by the next public holiday, Boxing Day, on 26 December, which extends the holiday break.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 25 Dec 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.