December 2026 Calendars
Free printable December calendars featuring festive holiday scenes, winter wonderlands, and cozy celebrations. Add your events, Christmas parties, and special holiday dates to beautiful December-themed calendars.
December 2026 Calendar Templates
Choose from our collection of 15 December-themed calendar backgrounds. Click any calendar to customize it with your events, Christmas plans, and personal information.
December 2026 Holidays
Mark these important December holidays and observances on your calendar:
Major Holidays
- Christmas - December 25
Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ - Hanukkah - Varies (8 days)
Jewish Festival of Lights - Kwanzaa - December 26 - January 1
African-American cultural celebration - New Year's Eve - December 31
Celebration of the year's end
Other Observances
- Winter Solstice - December 21 (typically)
Shortest day and longest night of the year - Christmas Eve - December 24
- Boxing Day - December 26 (UK, Canada, Australia)
- St. Nicholas Day - December 6
- Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day - December 7
Create Calendars with Your Own December Photos
Have special December memories you'd like to feature? Upload your own family photos, holiday celebrations, or winter scenes to create personalized calendars that capture your unique December moments.
- Family Christmas photos
- Holiday party memories
- Winter vacation pictures
- Your own festive decorations
- December birthday celebrations
More December Calendar Themes
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December Calendar Ideas & Inspiration
Looking for the perfect imagery for your December calendar? Here are popular themes and search ideas:
Christmas & Holiday Themes
- Christmas trees with twinkling lights
- Santa Claus and reindeer imagery
- Wrapped gifts and festive decorations
- Holiday cookies and gingerbread houses
- Christmas markets and village scenes
- Nativity scenes and religious imagery
Winter Wonderland Scenes
- Snowy forests and pine trees
- Snowmen and winter decorations
- Frozen landscapes and ice formations
- Winter cabins with smoke from chimneys
- Snow-covered mountains and valleys
Cozy Indoor Celebrations
- Fireplaces with stockings hung
- Hot cocoa and warm beverages
- Candlelight and holiday decorations
- Festive table settings and meals
Holiday Animals
- Dogs and cats in festive outfits
- Reindeer in winter settings
- Cardinals and winter birds
- Polar bears and arctic animals
Creative Uses for December Calendars
Holiday Planning
- Christmas shopping countdown
- Holiday party and event schedules
- Gift list tracking and reminders
- Cookie baking and food prep schedules
- Holiday travel planning
- Christmas card mailing deadlines
Family & Personal
- Advent calendar activities
- School winter break schedules
- Family gathering and reunion plans
- Year-end reflection and goal-setting
- New Year's Eve party planning
- Winter birthday celebrations
Work & Business
- Year-end deadline tracking
- Holiday office party planning
- Q4 project completion schedules
- Annual review preparations
- Budget planning for new year
Community & Activities
- Church service schedules
- Community holiday event calendars
- Volunteer and charity schedules
- Winter sports and activity planning
- School performance and concert dates
Tips for Using Your December Calendar
Getting Started
- Choose your favorite December holiday theme
- Add Christmas and other holidays first
- Mark important family birthdays and anniversaries
- Include work deadlines and year-end tasks
- Save your calendar before printing
Customization Ideas
- Use festive colors like red, green, and gold
- Try different fonts for special events
- Add countdown numbers to Christmas
- Include inspirational holiday quotes
- Create sections for different family members
Printing & Display
- Print on standard 8.5" x 11" paper
- Use cardstock for durability
- Frame for festive home display
- Laminate for write-on/wipe-off use
- Share digital versions with family
About December
December, derived from the Latin word "decem" meaning ten (as it was the tenth month in the ancient Roman calendar), is the twelfth and final month of the year in the Gregorian calendar. With 31 days, December is celebrated worldwide for its holidays, winter weather, and festive spirit marking the end of one year and the anticipation of the next.
December is known for: Christmas celebrations, winter holidays including Hanukkah and Kwanzaa, New Year's Eve festivities, winter weather in the Northern Hemisphere, family gatherings and traditions, holiday shopping and gift-giving, cozy indoor activities, and the winter solstice marking the shortest day of the year.
December birthstone: Turquoise, Tanzanite, and Zircon (symbolizing prosperity, success, and honor)
December birth flower: Narcissus and Holly
Zodiac signs: Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) and Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)