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Christmas 2025, 2026 and 2027 in Gibraltar

Christmas in Gibraltar is celebrated with a public holiday every 25 December, as it is in a majority of countries around the world. This Christian festivity commemorates the birth of Jesus, and is part of a 22-28 day season in the Christian calendar known as Advent.

YearDateDayHoliday
202525 DecThuChristmas Day
202625 DecFriChristmas Day
202725 DecSatChristmas Day
27 DecMonChristmas Holiday
Please scroll down to end of page for previous years' dates.

Many tourists from the UK flock to Gibraltar for Christmas shopping each year because it is cheaper, tax-free, and the British pound is accepted. Plus, the warm, tropical climate is a welcome change from the winters of northern Europe, making Gibraltar a favourite place to spend a Christmas vacation.

One of the most anticipated annual Christmas events is the Christmas Festival of Lights. It is held in Mackintosh Square and features not only an amazing array of lights but a show, singing, Santa Claus, and the whole nine yards! Other Christmas attractions include The Artisan Market, and tea at Santa’s Grotto.

Previous Years

YearDateDayHoliday
202425 DecWedChristmas Day
202325 DecMonChristmas Day