When Is Christmas Day 2026?
Christmas Day falls on Friday, December 25, 2026. It's one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world, marking the traditional Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, and for many families it's also simply the biggest gift-giving, gathering, and cooking day of the year regardless of religious background.
Christmas shopping season typically ramps up right after Thanksgiving, with the days between Black Friday and mid-December seeing the heaviest spending. If you're planning ahead, aim to have major gifts ordered by mid-December to account for shipping delays during the holiday rush.
Popular Christmas Gift Categories
Based on typical holiday shopping trends, the biggest gift categories each December are electronics, toys and games, apparel, home decor, and gift cards — you'll find our top picks in each of these categories below, updated for this year.