Boxing Day 2025
Date: December 26, 2025 (Friday)
Country: Curaçao Public Holidays
Description
Boxing Day in Curaçao is a public holiday observed on December 26 each year. It comes right after Christmas and is part of the wider holiday season that many people and businesses recognize across the island.
The day means a pause from normal work and school. Government offices, banks, and many businesses are closed or have reduced hours. People use the time to rest, reflect, and spend time with others.
Boxing Day has historical roots from other countries but has become part of Curaçaoan life. It reflects the islands connection to wider traditions while fitting into local cultural rhythms and the important December holiday period.
The holiday is significant because it extends the spirit of Christmas and gives people an official day to recover from busy celebrations. It also marks an established, annual break in the calendar for workers and families.
Traditions
On Curaçao people spend Boxing Day with family and friends. Homes fill with music, singing and dancing. Local rhythms like tumba and tambú get loud. Children play on streets and adults join yard parties.
Food is central. Families serve keshi yena, a big cheese stuffed with meat and spices. Stoba or stews and funchi or cornmeal often appear. Pastries and sweet breads are shared, and cold drinks or rum punches help people relax in the warm weather.
Many families go to the beach or have barbecues by the shore. Neighbors visit with plates of food. Games like dominoes and card tables stay busy into the evening, with laughter and storytelling.
Travel Tips
Many shops, banks, and government offices may be closed or have shorter hours on Boxing Day. Plan ahead by confirming opening times, carrying cash, and booking restaurants and tours early. Expect more traffic near beaches and markets.
Join public events or concerts but stay aware of crowds. Use licensed taxis or rideshares, keep valuables secure, and drink water in the sun. Visit quieter beaches in the morning, enjoy local food at open vendors, and respect rules at parks and nature areas.