How many days until Christmas Day (Orthodox) in Ethiopia?
Christmas Day (Orthodox) (ልደተ-ለእግዚእነ/ ገና) is a nationwide public holiday in Ethiopia. In 2027 it falls on a Thursday.
Christmas Day (Orthodox) dates in Ethiopia
| Date | Applies |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, 7 January 2026 | Nationwide |
| Thursday, 7 January 2027 | Nationwide |
Other countries with Christmas Day (Orthodox)
A nationwide public holiday with this name also appears in the calendars of: Belarus, Egypt, Georgia, Moldova, North Macedonia, Russia.
Frequently asked questions
When is Christmas Day (Orthodox) in Ethiopia?
Christmas Day (Orthodox) falls on Wednesday, 7 January 2026 and Thursday, 7 January 2027.
Is Christmas Day (Orthodox) a nationwide public holiday in Ethiopia?
Yes, Christmas Day (Orthodox) is a public holiday across the whole country.
Does Christmas Day (Orthodox) fall on a weekend?
Not in the years listed: Christmas Day (Orthodox) falls on a weekday in 2026, 2027.
Which public holiday in Ethiopia comes after Christmas Day (Orthodox)?
The next one is Epiphany (Orthodox) on Tuesday, 19 January 2027.
How many days until Christmas Day (Orthodox)?
The live countdown at the top of this page shows the days and weeks left. It is calculated from your device's date.
More Ethiopia holidays
- Epiphany (Orthodox)
- Adwa Victory Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Sunday
- International Workers' Day
- Ethiopian Patriots' Victory Day
- Downfall of the Derg
- Enkutatash
- Meskel (Orthodox)
Is today a holiday in Ethiopia? · Is tomorrow a holiday? · All public holidays