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Saint Nicholas Day 2024 in Germany

St. Nicholas of Myra is a popular Christian Saint among children across Europe because of his reputation as a bringer of gifts. Both the North American Santa Claus and the British Father Christmas are legendary figures whose attributes derive from the myths surrounding St. Nicholas.

Is Saint Nicholas Day a Public Holiday?

Saint Nicholas Day is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.

St. Nicholas is known to be a bringer of gifts.

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About Saint Nicholas Day

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Saint Nicholas Day Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019FriDec 6Saint Nicholas DayObservance, Christian
2020SunDec 6Saint Nicholas DayObservance, Christian
2021MonDec 6Saint Nicholas DayObservance, Christian
2022TueDec 6Saint Nicholas DayObservance, Christian
2023WedDec 6Saint Nicholas DayObservance, Christian
2024FriDec 6Saint Nicholas DayObservance, Christian
2025SatDec 6Saint Nicholas DayObservance, Christian
2026SunDec 6Saint Nicholas DayObservance, Christian
2027MonDec 6Saint Nicholas DayObservance, Christian
2028WedDec 6Saint Nicholas DayObservance, Christian
2029ThuDec 6Saint Nicholas DayObservance, Christian

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