When does Advent start?
Advent is on Nov 29 – Dec 24, 2026. Here's what it means and how to observe it.
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Nov 29 – Dec 24, 2026
What it is
Advent is the four-week season leading up to Christmas. It is a time of preparation, reflection, and hopeful waiting for the birth of Christ.
Origin
Observed since the 4th century. The name comes from the Latin adventus ('coming').
How to observe
Light one candle on the Advent wreath each Sunday. Use a daily Advent devotional or calendar. Attend midweek services in liturgical traditions.
Advent dates 2025–2030
- 2025Nov 30 – Dec 24, 2025
- 2026Nov 29 – Dec 24, 2026
- 2027Nov 28 – Dec 24, 2027
- 2028Dec 3 – Dec 24, 2028
- 2029Dec 2 – Dec 24, 2029
Popular questions about Advent
When is Advent 2026?
Advent 2026 is on Nov 29 – Dec 24, 2026.
Why does the date of Advent change every year?
Observed since the 4th century. The name comes from the Latin adventus ('coming').
How do people observe Advent?
Light one candle on the Advent wreath each Sunday. Use a daily Advent devotional or calendar. Attend midweek services in liturgical traditions.
Is Advent a public holiday?
Advent is a major Christian observance. Whether it is a public holiday depends on your country — in the US it is not federally recognized as a day off.