Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Public Holidays in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan celebrates a variety of public holidays reflecting its rich history, cultural traditions, and significant national events. The holidays include both secular celebrations and important religious observances, marking moments of national pride, remembrance, and cultural heritage.

• New Year's Day
  Celebrated on January 1st, this holiday marks the beginning of the new year with festivities, family gatherings, and fireworks.

• Day off (substituted from 12/29/2024)
  A compensatory day off given in lieu of a holiday that falls on a weekend, allowing workers to rest on a weekday.

• Martyrs' Day
  Observed on January 20th, this day honors those who lost their lives during the Black January tragedy in 1990 when Soviet troops entered Baku. It is marked by solemn ceremonies and moments of silence.

• Municipal elections
  Days designated for local government elections, which are important for civic participation and democratic processes.

• Women's Day
  Celebrated on March 8th, this international day honors women’s achievements and promotes gender equality, often with flowers and gifts.

• Women's Day (observed)
  When March 8th falls on a weekend, the holiday is observed on a nearby workday.

• Spring Festival (Novruz Bayram)
  Celebrated from March 20th to 26th, Novruz marks the Persian New Year and the arrival of spring. Traditions include house cleaning, visiting family and friends, and special meals.

• Spring Festival (observed)
  If Novruz holidays fall over a weekend, observed days can be adjusted for workdays.

• Eid al-Fitr (estimated)
  Marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. Celebrated with prayers, feasts, charity, and family visits.

• Eid al-Fitr (observed, estimated)
  When the Eid holiday overlaps with a weekend, observance is moved to a weekday.

• Victory over Fascism Day
  Celebrated on May 9th, this day honors the victory in World War II. Veterans are honored and military parades or events may be held.

• Independence Day
  Celebrated on October 18th, marking Azerbaijan's independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. Festivities often include concerts, fireworks, and patriotic displays.

• Eid al-Adha (estimated)
  An Islamic holiday commemorating the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. Marked by prayers and charitable acts.

• Eid al-Adha (observed, estimated)
  Adjusted observance when the holiday falls on a non-working day.

• National Liberation Day
  Observed on February 26th, commemorating Azerbaijan's independence from Soviet power in 1990. Patriotic events and remembrance ceremonies are held.

• National Liberation Day (observed)
  If this day coincides with a weekend, the observance may be moved.

• Armed Forces Day
  Celebrated on June 26th, honoring the Azerbaijani military personnel with parades and official ceremonies.

• Victory Day
  Observed on November 8th, marking victory in the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Military parades and national celebrations occur.

• Victory Day (observed)
  Adjusted observance when the holiday falls on a weekend.

• National Flag Day
  Celebrated on November 9th, honoring the national flag and its symbolism with patriotic displays.

• National Flag Day (observed)
  When falling on a weekend, the day is observed on an adjacent working day.

• International Azerbaijanis Solidarity Day
  Observed on December 31st, this day celebrates the unity of Azerbaijanis worldwide with cultural events.

• New Year's Day (observed)
  When January 1st falls on a weekend, the public holiday is observed on the following workday.

Site officiel de référence

• Government of Azerbaijan - Official Portal
  The official website provides authoritative information on national holidays and related observances in Azerbaijan.