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Orthodox Christmas Day

When is Orthodox Christmas Day?

Every year on January 7.

What is Orthodox Christmas Day?

Orthodox Christmas Day is celebrated by Orthodox Christians worldwide on January 7th, following the Julian calendar. It marks the birth of Jesus Christ and begins a season that culminates in Epiphany on January 19th. Traditions vary across Greece, Russia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Serbia, and beyond, with liturgies, feasts, and folk customs unique to each culture.

How to celebrate

Mark the day with a poster made in Dayfeed — pick your favourite photo as the background, share it to your story or group chat, and set a reminder so you never miss it next year.

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