Christmas in Malaysia is celebrated on December 25th and is a public holiday. Although it is not a predominantly Christian country, the holiday is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy. The shopping malls are decorated with Christmas trees, baubles, and lights, and there are Christmas countdowns in selected locations. Malaysians from all walks of life spend the Christmas holidays visiting their friends and families. On the night of Christmas Eve, various locations perform firework displays to welcome Christmas with a bang. The actual first day of Christmas is often business as usual for many Malaysians.