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Sunday, 13 December 2026
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About St Lucia’s Day
Candlelit processions in Sweden and Scandinavia, led by a girl in a crown of candles.
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In 2026 it falls on a Sunday; in 2027 it’s on Monday 13 December, and in 2028 on Wednesday 13 December. Also in December 2026: Jamhuri Day (12 Dec), Geminid meteor shower (13 Dec) and Monkey Day (14 Dec). From this page you can add it to your calendar, get an email before it, share the countdown, or show it full screen.
How we work out the date
It’s on 13 December every year.
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A fixed date in the Gregorian calendar, the same every year.
Dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, 13 December |
| 2027 | Monday, 13 December |
| 2028 | Wednesday, 13 December |
| 2029 | Thursday, 13 December |
| 2030 | Friday, 13 December |
| 2031 | Saturday, 13 December |
| 2032 | Monday, 13 December |
| 2033 | Tuesday, 13 December |
| 2034 | Wednesday, 13 December |
| 2035 | Thursday, 13 December |
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