Christmas Day (Orthodox) is a public holiday in North Macedonia, observed on January 7, 2026. It is locally known as Прв ден Божик, Prv den Božik. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.

Holiday Details

HolidayChristmas Day (Orthodox)
Local NameПрв ден Божик, Prv den Božik
DateJanuary 7, 2026
CountryMK flag North Macedonia
TypePublic
NationalYes — observed nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Christmas Day (Orthodox) in North Macedonia?
Christmas Day (Orthodox) falls on January 7, 2026 in North Macedonia.
Is Christmas Day (Orthodox) a public holiday?
Yes, Christmas Day (Orthodox) is an official public holiday in North Macedonia. It is observed nationwide.
What is Christmas Day (Orthodox) called locally?
In North Macedonia, Christmas Day (Orthodox) is known as "Прв ден Божик, Prv den Božik".

All Public Holidays in North Macedonia MK flag

DateHolidayType
2026-01-01 New Year's Day Public
2026-01-07 Christmas Day (Orthodox) Public
2026-04-10 Good Friday Public
2026-04-12 Easter Sunday Public
2026-04-13 Easter Monday Public
2026-05-01 Labour Day Public
2026-05-24 Saints Cyril and Methodius Day Public
2026-08-02 Day of the Republic Public
2026-09-08 Independence Day Public
2026-10-11 Revolution Day Public
2026-10-23 Day of the Macedonian Revolutionary Struggle Public
2026-12-08 Saint Clement of Ohrid Day Public
2026-01-01 New Year's Day Public
2026-04-10 Good Friday Public
2026-04-12 Easter Sunday Public

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