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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Christmas Eve
Thursday, December 24, 2026
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Mostly closed
- Restaurants Reduced
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
🛋️ Long weekend potential
4-Day Block
THU
24
Holiday
FRI
25
Bridge Day
SAT
26
Weekend
SUN
27
Weekend
4-day weekend with a bridge day on December 25
📣 Traveler notes
Cyprus is an ancient eastern Mediterranean island recognized for its 11,000+ year history, archaeological sites, beaches, hiking trails, and sunny climate.
- Respect the topic of the island's division.
- Accept hospitality graciously (e.g., do not refuse food/offerings when invited to a local home).
- Communicate honestly and directly.
- Show genuine interest in the local culture and country.
- Cypriots appreciate direct and open communication. Key social values include respecting the elderly and authority figures, understanding strong family ties, and valuing transparency and loyalty in all relationships.
About this holiday
Events scheduled for Christmas Eve in Cyprus (2026).