are the 12 days of christmas before or after christmas

The 12 days of Christmas are after Christmas Day. The Christmas holiday season is a period of time that includes the 12 days from December 25th to January 5th. The 12 days of Christmas is a traditional Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus and the Twelve Apostles, as well as the miracles that they performed. During the 12 days, people traditionally exchange gifts, sing carols, attend religious services, and spend time with family and friends.