Russia

Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Russia : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

YearDateHoliday
2025Wednesday 1 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2025Thursday 2 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2025Friday 3 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2025Saturday 4 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2025Sunday 5 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2025Monday 6 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2025Tuesday 7 JanuaryChristmas Day
2025Wednesday 8 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2025Sunday 23 FebruaryFatherland Defender's Day
2025Saturday 8 MarchInternational Women's Day
2025Thursday 1 MayHoliday of Spring and Labor
2025Friday 2 MayDay off (substituted from 01/04/2025)
2025Thursday 8 MayDay off (substituted from 02/23/2025)
2025Friday 9 MayVictory Day
2025Thursday 12 JuneRussia Day
2025Friday 13 JuneDay off (substituted from 03/08/2025)
2025Monday 3 NovemberDay off (substituted from 11/01/2025)
2025Tuesday 4 NovemberUnity Day
2025Wednesday 31 DecemberDay off (substituted from 01/05/2025)
2026Thursday 1 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2026Friday 2 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2026Saturday 3 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2026Sunday 4 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2026Monday 5 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2026Tuesday 6 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2026Wednesday 7 JanuaryChristmas Day
2026Thursday 8 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2026Monday 23 FebruaryFatherland Defender's Day
2026Sunday 8 MarchInternational Women's Day
2026Friday 1 MayHoliday of Spring and Labor
2026Saturday 9 MayVictory Day
2026Friday 12 JuneRussia Day
2026Wednesday 4 NovemberUnity Day
2027Friday 1 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2027Saturday 2 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2027Sunday 3 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2027Monday 4 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2027Tuesday 5 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2027Wednesday 6 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2027Thursday 7 JanuaryChristmas Day
2027Friday 8 JanuaryNew Year Holidays
2027Tuesday 23 FebruaryFatherland Defender's Day
2027Monday 8 MarchInternational Women's Day
2027Saturday 1 MayHoliday of Spring and Labor
2027Sunday 9 MayVictory Day
2027Saturday 12 JuneRussia Day
2027Thursday 4 NovemberUnity Day

Russia

Public Holidays in Russia

Russia has a variety of public holidays, many of which reflect the country’s rich history, cultural traditions, and seasonal celebrations. Some holidays are based on historical events or national pride, while others celebrate seasonal changes and family values. Many holidays involve public gatherings, ceremonies, and family celebrations.

  • New Year Holidays
    The New Year Holidays in Russia are a major festive period, starting on January 1 and often extending through the first week of January. This period includes several days off around New Year's Day and the Orthodox Christmas. It is a time for family gatherings, festive meals, and exchanging gifts. Many Russians celebrate both the Gregorian New Year and the Orthodox Julian calendar New Year (celebrated on January 14).

  • Christmas Day (January 7)
    Russian Orthodox Christmas is celebrated on January 7 according to the Julian calendar. It is a religious holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. Traditions include attending church services, family dinners, and festive meals.

  • Fatherland Defender's Day (February 23)
    This holiday honors those who serve or have served in the Russian Armed Forces. It originated from Soviet times as “Red Army Day.” It often includes military parades and ceremonies, and is informally known as Men's Day in Russia.

  • International Women's Day (March 8)
    Originally a socialist holiday, International Women’s Day is now widely celebrated in Russia to honor women and promote gender equality. It is customary to give flowers and gifts to women.

  • Holiday of Spring and Labor (May 1)
    Also known as May Day, this holiday celebrates labor and the arrival of spring. Originally a Soviet holiday, it now focuses on workers' rights and the beauty of the spring season, with parades and outdoor activities.

  • Day off (substituted from 01/04/2025)
    A compensatory day off, moved to adjust the holiday calendar to avoid midweek breaks, allowing for longer weekends.

  • Day off (substituted from 02/23/2025)
    Another transferred day off related to Defender of the Fatherland Day for extended rest periods.

  • Victory Day (May 9)
    Victory Day commemorates the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. It is one of Russia’s most significant holidays, featuring military parades, fireworks, and memorial services to honor fallen soldiers.

  • Russia Day (June 12)
    Celebrated as the national day of the Russian Federation, this holiday marks the adoption of the Declaration of State Sovereignty in 1990. It is marked by official ceremonies, concerts, and patriotic events.

  • Day off (substituted from 03/08/2025)
    A transferred day off related to International Women’s Day.

  • Day off (substituted from 11/01/2025)
    A compensatory day off to optimize holiday weekends.

  • Unity Day (November 4)
    Unity Day commemorates the liberation of Moscow from Polish invaders in 1612. It was reinstated in the post-Soviet era as a day to celebrate national unity and patriotism.

  • Day off (substituted from 01/05/2025)
    Another compensatory day off typically scheduled to extend holidays.

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