United Kingdom calendar countdown
Boxing Day is getting closer.
Boxing Day falls on 26 December, the day after Christmas Day.
Dates for 2026 to 2028 are listed below
Boxing Day traditions
Boxing Day is marked with family visits, sport and post-Christmas sales. Retail offers and opening times vary.
About Boxing Day
Boxing Day is 26 December, the day after Christmas Day. In the UK it is a bank holiday, and many people spend the day with family, watch sport or browse the post-Christmas sales. Its name is often linked to Christmas boxes of money or gifts once given to servants and tradespeople.
When is Boxing Day?
Boxing Day is fixed on 26 December. When it falls on a weekend, a substitute bank holiday is usually observed on a weekday.
| Calendar | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Saturday 26 December 2026 | Sunday 26 December 2027 | Tuesday 26 December 2028 |
Planning around Boxing Day
Check local shop opening hours and public transport before travelling; both may run reduced services. Sale start dates, discounts and returns policies vary by retailer. Work out shifts and childcare cover with the free shift planner, or browse every holiday countdown.
Boxing Day questions
How many days until Boxing Day?
The live counter at the top of this page shows the days, hours, minutes and seconds left until the next Boxing Day, using the time zone you choose. The dates for 2026 to 2028 are in the table above.
When is Boxing Day in 2027?
Boxing Day falls on Sunday 26 December 2027 in the United Kingdom.
Is Boxing Day a bank holiday?
Yes. Boxing Day is a bank holiday in the UK. If 26 December falls on a weekend, a substitute weekday is normally used.