Boxing Day 2025
Date: December 26, 2025 (Friday)
Country: Jersey Public Holidays
Description
Boxing Day in Jersey is a public holiday that comes right after Christmas. Islanders call it Boxing Day and it is an official day off for many people across the island.
The holiday normally takes place on 26 December every year. When the 26th falls on a weekend, the legal day off can be moved to a nearby weekday so people still get a public holiday.
Boxing Day means a pause after the busy Christmas celebrations. It is a time when community life slows and families and friends can spend more time together for the holiday season.
As a bank and public holiday it affects schools, government offices, and many businesses. The island recognises it in law, so employers and services plan around the date.
Boxing Day is significant because it links Jersey to wider British and Channel Islands traditions. It is part of the island calendar and helps mark the end of the main festive period.
Traditions
On Boxing Day in Jersey families stay together or visit neighbours. People go for brisk walks along the coast or into the countryside. Many join charity events, like group seaside dips or community walks, and small local markets are lively and friendly.
Pubs and community halls fill with music. Brass bands, choirs, and informal singing often cheer the day. Sports are popular too. Local football or rugby matches attract families who enjoy cheering and warm drinks together afterwards.
Food is relaxed and hearty. Leftover turkey, cold meats, pies and mince pies are common. Seafood from the island appears on many tables. Jersey cream and butter add rich taste to puddings and simple tea time treats.
Travel Tips
Many shops, banks, and some restaurants close or run reduced hours on Boxing Day. Plan ahead for meals and cash needs. Public transport can have limited schedules and fewer taxis, so book transfers early and check timetables the day before travel.
Be ready for busy roads and popular coastal spots. Wear warm layers and sturdy shoes for winter weather and slippery paths. Join community events or charity drives listed at local noticeboards to enjoy the day safely and give back to the island.