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When is Orthodox Christmas Eve 2026?

Orthodox Christmas Eve 2026 is on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. It's marked in 4 countries, including Bosnia & Herzegovina, Israel, Montenegro and North Macedonia.

Orthodox Christmas Eve is a optional holiday in Bosnia-Herzegovina

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Orthodox Christmas Eve 2026 by country

CountryDateType
🇧🇦 Bosnia & HerzegovinaJanuary 6TuesdayOptional holiday
🇮🇱 IsraelJanuary 6TuesdayOptional holiday
🇲🇪 MontenegroBadnji danJanuary 6TuesdayOptional holiday
🇲🇰 North MacedoniaJanuary 6TuesdayOptional holiday

Questions about Orthodox Christmas Eve

When is Orthodox Christmas Eve in 2026?
Orthodox Christmas Eve is on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
Which countries celebrate Orthodox Christmas Eve?
Orthodox Christmas Eve is marked in 4 countries: Bosnia & Herzegovina, Israel, Montenegro and North Macedonia.
Is Orthodox Christmas Eve a public holiday?
In 2026 it's listed as an observance or regional holiday rather than a nationwide day off. Check the table for each country.

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