Public holiday in Lithuania
Christmas Day in Lithuania
Friday, December 25, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
Christmas Day is a nationwide public holiday in Lithuania on 25 December. It is part of the country’s Christmas period, with the main family observances centered on Christmas Eve and the day itself used for gatherings, meals and rest.
About Christmas Day in Lithuania
In Lithuania, Christmas Day is one of the main public holidays of the winter season and is observed nationwide on 25 December. It comes immediately after Christmas Eve, which is often the more traditional family and religious occasion, while Christmas Day is usually reserved for visiting relatives, sharing meals and spending time at home. As a public holiday, it shapes the rhythm of the season for residents and travellers alike, with many routine activities reduced or paused for the day.
Traditions
Lithuanian Christmas customs around this period commonly include the church service associated with Christmas, festive meals with family, and the exchange of gifts. Holiday food is usually based on a meatless Christmas Eve supper, followed by richer dishes on Christmas Day itself.
How Christmas Day is celebrated in Lithuania
Christmas Day is generally spent quietly, with people visiting family, eating together and continuing celebrations begun on Christmas Eve. Church attendance may be part of the day for some households, while others use it as a time for rest and private gatherings.
Interesting facts
In Lithuania, the strongest Christmas traditions are often concentrated on Christmas Eve rather than Christmas Day. The winter holiday period also includes St. Stephen’s Day on 26 December, which is a separate public holiday in Lithuania.
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.