December 22nd Holidays: Celebrations and Observances Worldwide

December 22nd is a day filled with various holidays, celebrations, observances, and historical significance around the world. From international events to national holidays and religious commemorations and saints, this date holds special meaning for many cultures and communities. Explore the list of holidays, observances and saints celebrated on December 22nd.

Holidays on December 22nd

  • R.C. Saints - commemoration of Frances Xavier Cabrini
  • Spain: the main draw of Spanish National Lottery, where it is a Christmas tradition.
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Capricorn
  • In the Northern Hemisphere, the winter solstice occurs on or very close to this date. In the Southern Hemisphere, the summer solstice occurs around this time.
  • Also see December 22 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • Japan - T?ji (winter solstice)