A third of adults plan to celebrate 'Friendsmas' this year with younger adults particularly fond of the trend. 'Friendsmas' is considered less stressful then celebrating with family (Image: Getty Images)

Three in 10 adults will take part in Friendsmas this year – with December 20 being the most favoured day for it. The alternative celebration typically involves friends getting together to have their own Christmas , often on a different day and in addition to the traditional family get-together.

A study involving 2,000 adults discovered that Friendsmas is particularly trendy among Gen Z, with 45% planning to observe it this year. What's more, one in ten Gen Zers say they prefer it to their traditional family celebration. According to the survey, 16% see it as an opportunity to e

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