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Christ the King
Christ the King is the Christian festival on the Sunday before Advent, closing the church year; it falls on 22 November 2026.
- UK
- USA
- International
OrganiserChurch of England
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
The Church of England keeps Christ the King on the Sunday next before Advent, which is always between 20 and 26 November, and it is never moved. It ends the period from All Saints' Day to Advent spent reflecting on the reign of Christ. The Catholic Church marks the same Sunday.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday 22 November 2026 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2027 | Sunday 21 November 2027 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Sunday 26 November 2028 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
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