The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas)
- Solemnity
- Christmas
Christmas 2023: England
Christmas 2023 is Monday, 25 December 2023 (England).
Other key dates 2023
Using the England calendar
Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25. The Christmas season continues beyond Christmas Day. Open the full calendar to see its other celebrations and when it ends.
Dates on this page follow the England calendar, including celebrations moved to another day. Check your diocese’s guidance on holy days of obligation, fasting and abstinence.
Sources and local guidance
Dates follow the calendar shown on this page. Check with your bishops’ conference or diocese for local requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Which liturgical season is Christmas 2023 in?
The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas) falls in Christmas.
What rank is Christmas 2023?
The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas) is a Solemnity. Liturgical color: white.
Where can I see the full 2023 calendar?
Open the full 2023 liturgical calendar to browse every solemnity, feast day, and penance day, or jump to another key date below.
Make time for daily prayer
Christmas: Monday, 25 December 2023. Explore the calendar and set prayer reminders in Catholic Daily.