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Christmas Day 2025 in Nepal

Christmas is celebrated on December 25 as both a Christian holiday and a global cultural tradition. It honors the birth of Jesus Christ and includes festive customs like gift-giving, decorations, and seasonal music.

Is Christmas Day a Public Holiday?

This is an official holiday only for certain groups in the country. Employees belonging to the group may choose to take the day off, however, most offices and businesses remain open.

Santa Claus, the modern figure inspired by St. Nicholas, is one of the most recognizable symbols of Christmas.

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About Christmas Day

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Christmas Day Observances

Holiday currently only shown for years 2015–2025.

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2015 Fri Dec 25 Christmas Day Public Holiday
2016 Sun Dec 25 Christmas Day (Christians only) Optional Holiday
2017 Mon Dec 25 Christmas Day (Christians only) Optional Holiday
2018 Tue Dec 25 Christmas Day (Christians only) Optional Holiday
2019 Wed Dec 25 Christmas Day (Christians only) Optional Holiday
2020 Fri Dec 25 Christmas Day (Christians only) Optional Holiday
2021 Sat Dec 25 Christmas Day Public Holiday
2022 Sun Dec 25 Christmas Day (Christians only) Optional Holiday
2023 Mon Dec 25 Christmas Day (Christians only) Optional Holiday
2024 Wed Dec 25 Christmas Day (Christians only) Optional Holiday
2025 Thu Dec 25 Christmas Day (Christians only) Optional Holiday

While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.