Catholic Christmas Day
Nationwide public holiday in Belarus · Нараджэнне Хрыстова (каталіцкае Раство)
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 25 December | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 25 December | Saturday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Belarus.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Fri 25 Dec – Sun 27 Dec is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Minsk around 25 December: high -1°C (31°F), low -5°C (23°F), rain on 66% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Minsk. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Friday 25 December in Minsk: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Belarus
Friday, 1 January 2027
Catholic Christmas Day in other countries
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.