St. Stephen's Day

📅 Saturday, December 26, 2026 at 00:00:00 UTC

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St. Stephen's Day is a public holiday in DE (Public).

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About St. Stephen's Day

St. Stephen's Day, celebrated on December 26th, is a public holiday observed in various countries around the world, particularly in Germany and other parts of Europe. This day honors St. Stephen, the first Christian martyr, who was stoned to death for his beliefs. The observance of this day has deep roots in Christian tradition, marking a time of reflection and remembrance.

Historically, St. Stephen's Day has been associated with various customs and traditions. In some cultures, it is a day for family gatherings and feasting, often following the Christmas celebrations. In Germany, it is known as "Zweiter Weihnachtstag" (Second Christmas Day), where people often enjoy festive meals and engage in outdoor activities, such as winter sports.

The significance of St. Stephen's Day extends beyond its religious connotations; it also serves as a reminder of charity and compassion, reflecting the values that St. Stephen embodied. Many communities participate in charitable events or volunteer their time to help those in need during this holiday season.

As a public holiday, many businesses and schools are closed, allowing individuals to spend quality time with family and friends. The global observance of St. Stephen's Day highlights the universal themes of kindness, generosity, and community spirit during the festive season.

Key facts

Observed on: December 26
First held: Early Christian Era
Frequency: Annual

Official resources

Public Holidays in Germany

Frequently asked questions about St. Stephen's Day.

St. Stephen's Day is on December 26, 2026.

It honors St. Stephen, the first Christian martyr.

Yes, it is a public holiday in several countries, including Germany.

Traditions include family gatherings, feasting, and charitable activities.

It is celebrated worldwide, with significant observance in Europe.

Where it's held

Country: Germany

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St. Stephen's Day start times in other key cities:

Abidjan Sat 00:00:00
Addis-Abeba Sat 00:00:00
Ahmedabad Sat 00:00:00
Alexandrie Sat 00:00:00
Ankara Sat 00:00:00
Bagdad Sat 00:00:00
Bangalore Sat 00:00:00
Bangkok Sat 00:00:00
Bogotá Sat 00:00:00
Chongqing Sat 00:00:00
Dacca Sat 00:00:00
Dar es Salaam Sat 00:00:00
Delhi Sat 00:00:00
Guangzhou Sat 00:00:00
Hanoï Sat 00:00:00
Hong Kong Sat 00:00:00
Hô Chi Minh-Ville Sat 00:00:00
Istanbul Sat 00:00:00
Jakarta Sat 00:00:00
Johannesburg Sat 00:00:00
Kano Sat 00:00:00
Karachi Sat 00:00:00
Khartoum Sat 00:00:00
Kinshasa Sat 00:00:00
Lagos Sat 00:00:00
Lahore Sat 00:00:00
Le Caire Sat 00:00:00
Le Cap Sat 00:00:00
Lima Sat 00:00:00
Londres Sat 00:00:00
Luanda Sat 00:00:00
Melbourne Sat 00:00:00
Mexico, ville Sat 00:00:00
Moscou Sat 00:00:00
Mumbai Sat 00:00:00
New York City Sat 00:00:00
Pékin Sat 00:00:00
Rio de Janeiro Sat 00:00:00
Riyad Sat 00:00:00
Saint-Pétersbourg Sat 00:00:00
Santiago Sat 00:00:00
Shanghai Sat 00:00:00
Shenzhen Sat 00:00:00
Singapour Sat 00:00:00
Sydney Sat 00:00:00
São Paulo Sat 00:00:00
Séoul Sat 00:00:00
Tokyo Sat 00:00:00
Téhéran Sat 00:00:00

Location	Time
Abidjan	Sat 00:00:00
Addis-Abeba	Sat 00:00:00
Ahmedabad	Sat 00:00:00
Alexandrie	Sat 00:00:00
Ankara	Sat 00:00:00
Bagdad	Sat 00:00:00
Bangalore	Sat 00:00:00
Bangkok	Sat 00:00:00
Bogotá	Sat 00:00:00
Chongqing	Sat 00:00:00
Dacca	Sat 00:00:00
Dar es Salaam	Sat 00:00:00
Delhi	Sat 00:00:00
Guangzhou	Sat 00:00:00
Hanoï	Sat 00:00:00
Hong Kong	Sat 00:00:00
Hô Chi Minh-Ville	Sat 00:00:00
Istanbul	Sat 00:00:00
Jakarta	Sat 00:00:00
Johannesburg	Sat 00:00:00
Kano	Sat 00:00:00
Karachi	Sat 00:00:00
Khartoum	Sat 00:00:00
Kinshasa	Sat 00:00:00
Lagos	Sat 00:00:00
Lahore	Sat 00:00:00
Le Caire	Sat 00:00:00
Le Cap	Sat 00:00:00
Lima	Sat 00:00:00
Londres	Sat 00:00:00
Luanda	Sat 00:00:00
Melbourne	Sat 00:00:00
Mexico, ville	Sat 00:00:00
Moscou	Sat 00:00:00
Mumbai	Sat 00:00:00
New York City	Sat 00:00:00
Pékin	Sat 00:00:00
Rio de Janeiro	Sat 00:00:00
Riyad	Sat 00:00:00
Saint-Pétersbourg	Sat 00:00:00
Santiago	Sat 00:00:00
Shanghai	Sat 00:00:00
Shenzhen	Sat 00:00:00
Singapour	Sat 00:00:00
Sydney	Sat 00:00:00
São Paulo	Sat 00:00:00
Séoul	Sat 00:00:00
Tokyo	Sat 00:00:00
Téhéran	Sat 00:00:00

St. Stephen's Day start times in different countries:

🇩🇿 Algeria Sat 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina Sat 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh Sat 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brazil Sat 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China Sat 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egypt Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇹 Ethiopia Sat 00:00:00
🇫🇷 France Sat 00:00:00
🇩🇪 Germany Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇳 India Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇷 Iran Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italy Sat 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japan Sat 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenya Sat 00:00:00
🇲🇽 Mexico Sat 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar Sat 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria Sat 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistan Sat 00:00:00
🇵🇭 Philippines Sat 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Russia Sat 00:00:00
🇿🇦 South Africa Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇸 Spain Sat 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Thailand Sat 00:00:00
🇬🇧 United Kingdom Sat 00:00:00
🇺🇸 United States Sat 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam Sat 00:00:00

Location	Time
🇩🇿 Algeria	Sat 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina	Sat 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh	Sat 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brazil	Sat 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China	Sat 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia	Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egypt	Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇹 Ethiopia	Sat 00:00:00
🇫🇷 France	Sat 00:00:00
🇩🇪 Germany	Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇳 India	Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia	Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇷 Iran	Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italy	Sat 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japan	Sat 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenya	Sat 00:00:00
🇲🇽 Mexico	Sat 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar	Sat 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria	Sat 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistan	Sat 00:00:00
🇵🇭 Philippines	Sat 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Russia	Sat 00:00:00
🇿🇦 South Africa	Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇸 Spain	Sat 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Thailand	Sat 00:00:00
🇬🇧 United Kingdom	Sat 00:00:00
🇺🇸 United States	Sat 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam	Sat 00:00:00

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