Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Public Holidays in Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan celebrates a variety of public holidays that reflect its rich cultural heritage, historical milestones, and diverse traditions. These holidays often serve as important times for family gatherings, national pride, and cultural festivities.

• New Year's Day
  Celebrated on January 1st, this holiday marks the beginning of the new calendar year. It is observed with parties, fireworks, and family gatherings. It is the most widely celebrated holiday in Kazakhstan.

• Orthodox Christmas
  Observed on January 7th, this holiday celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ according to the Julian calendar used by the Russian Orthodox Church. Traditional activities include church services and family meals.

• International Women's Day
  Held on March 8th, this day honors women’s achievements and promotes gender equality. It is customary to give flowers and gifts to women.

• Nowruz Holiday
  Celebrated around March 21st, Nowruz marks the Persian New Year and the beginning of spring. It symbolizes renewal and rebirth and involves traditional meals, music, dancing, and community celebrations. Some dates during this period may be observed as substitute holidays.

• Kazakhstan's People Solidarity Holiday
  Observed on May 1st, this holiday promotes unity among the diverse ethnic groups in Kazakhstan. Festivities include cultural performances and public events demonstrating national solidarity.

• Defender of the Fatherland Day
  Celebrated on May 7th, this day honors military personnel and veterans. It includes ceremonies, parades, and recognition of service members.

• Victory Day
  Observed on May 9th, this holiday commemorates the victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. It features military parades, wreath-laying ceremonies, and remembrance events. When May 9th falls on a weekend, a substitute holiday may be observed.

• Eid al-Adha
  This important Islamic holiday varies each year based on the lunar calendar and involves prayers, charitable giving, and feasting. It honors the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son in obedience to God.

• Capital Day
  Celebrated on July 6th, this day honors the city of Nur-Sultan (formerly Astana), Kazakhstan's capital. Events include concerts, exhibitions, and public festivities. A substitute holiday may be observed if it falls on a weekend.

• Constitution Day
  Held on August 30th, this holiday commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of Kazakhstan in 1995. It is a day of reflection on national laws and governance. Substitute holidays may be observed if the date coincides with a weekend.

• Republic Day
  Celebrated on October 25th, this day marks Kazakhstan's declaration of sovereignty in 1990. It is observed with patriotic ceremonies and educational events. Substitute holidays may apply.

• Independence Day
  Observed on December 16th, this is one of the most significant holidays, marking Kazakhstan's independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. Celebrations include large-scale concerts, fireworks, and national pride events.

Site officiel de référence

• Official Website of the Government of Kazakhstan