Is the stock market open on Christmas Eve 2026?
Yes, but only until 1:00 pm New York time. On Christmas Eve 2026, Thu 24 December 2026, the NYSE and Nasdaq close early (1:00 pm New York = 6:00 pm London = 11:30 pm India = 10:00 pm Dubai). Bond market: early close at 2:00 pm New York (SIFMA).
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Christmas Eve market schedule
| Date | Stocks (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Bonds |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, 24 Dec 2026 | Early close 1:00 pm New York | Early close at 2:00 pm New York (SIFMA) |
| Fri, 24 Dec 2027 | Closed all day | Not yet announced by SIFMA |
When Christmas Eve is a weekday, US stock markets usually close early at 1:00 pm New York time. In 2027 Christmas Day falls on a Saturday, so the markets are closed on Friday 24 December instead.
Questions people ask
Is the stock market open on Christmas Eve 2026?
Yes, but only until 1:00 pm New York time. On Christmas Eve 2026, Thu 24 December 2026, the NYSE and Nasdaq close early (1:00 pm New York = 6:00 pm London = 11:30 pm India = 10:00 pm Dubai).
Is the bond market open on Christmas Eve 2026?
Early close at 2:00 pm New York (SIFMA). SIFMA recommends US bond market hours; most dealers follow it.
What time does the stock market close on Christmas Eve?
1:00 pm New York time (1:00 pm New York = 6:00 pm London = 11:30 pm India = 10:00 pm Dubai). Options on individual stocks usually stop at the same time; check your broker for extended hours.
Why is the stock market open on Christmas Eve?
When Christmas Eve is a weekday, US stock markets usually close early at 1:00 pm New York time. In 2027 Christmas Day falls on a Saturday, so the markets are closed on Friday 24 December instead.
Other US market holidays
Sources: NYSE holidays and trading hours, SIFMA holiday recommendations (bond market). Checked 28 Oct 2026. Information only, not investment advice.