Quick answer (as of November 14, 2026)
- 48 days until New Year 2027 (Friday, January 1, 2027).
- 41 days until Christmas Day (Friday, December 25, 2026).
The next big dates, counted for you
Choose one of the quick picks or enter your own date and time. The countdown runs live on screen and in the tab title, saves to your browser so it is still there tomorrow, and can be sent to friends or family as a link.
| Event | Date | How it is set |
|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving (US) | Thursday, Nov 26, 2026 | fourth Thursday of November |
| Christmas Day | Friday, Dec 25, 2026 | fixed |
| New Year’s Day | Friday, Jan 1, 2027 | fixed |
| Valentine’s Day | Sunday, Feb 14, 2027 | fixed |
| St. Patrick’s Day | Wednesday, Mar 17, 2027 | fixed |
| Memorial Day (US) | Monday, May 31, 2027 | last Monday of May |
How to create a countdown
- Enter a name, for example “Our wedding” or “Chicago Marathon”.
- Pick the date and, if it matters, the exact start time.
- Press Start countdown. It is saved in this browser.
- Press Copy link and send it. The link opens the same countdown on any device.
Only want the number of days between two dates, without a live clock? The date calculator also counts weekdays.
Frequently asked questions
How many days until Christmas?
Pick the Christmas quick pick and the counter shows the exact days, hours and minutes left from right now.
Will my countdown still be there tomorrow?
Yes, it is saved in your browser. Clearing site data removes it, so keep the shared link as a backup.
Can I show the countdown on a TV?
Yes. Press Full screen and open the page on a smart TV browser or a laptop connected to the screen.
What happens when it reaches zero?
The alarm sounds and the counter shows that the event has started.
Every date, offset and calculation on this page was checked against the sources below.