Russia Public Holidays 2026
January
New Year's Day
Russians celebrate New Year's Day in accordance with the Gregorian calendar on January 1.
New Year Holiday
New Year Holiday is a national holiday in Russia
Isra and Mi'raj
Isra and Mi'raj (Isra Me'raj, Israa and Mi'raaj, Laylat Al-Isra wa Al-Miraj, Lailat al Miraj, Night Journey and Ascension to Heaven) marks the night that the Prophet Mohammad traveled from Mecca to Jerusalem, ascended to heaven and returned.
Orthodox Christmas Day
Many Russians celebrate Christmas Day on January 7 in the Gregorian calendar, which corresponds to December 25 in the Julian calendar.
Old New Year
Old New Year is a observance in Russia
February
Ramadan starts
Ramadan is a period of prayer, reflection and fasting for many Muslims worldwide. It is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar.
Valentine's Day
February 14 is Valentine's Day or Saint Valentine's Feast. The day of love owes its origins to ancient Roman and European Christian traditions.
Defender of the Fatherland Day
Many Russians celebrate Defender of the Fatherland Day on February 23, when they honor military forces and veterans.
Day off for Defender of the Fatherland Day
Many Russians celebrate Defender of the Fatherland Day on February 23, when they honor military forces and veterans.
Public Holiday
Public Holiday is a national holiday in Russia
March
Lailat al-Qadr
Laylat al-Qadr commmemorates the time when Mohammad received the first verses of the Koran (Qu'ran).
International Women's Day
Many Russians pay tribute to women's role in Russian society by celebrating International Women's Day on March 8.
Day off for International Women's Day
Many Russians pay tribute to women's role in Russian society by celebrating International Women's Day on March 8.
Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr is a holiday to mark the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast during the hours of daylight.
April
May
Spring and Labor Day
For many Russians, Spring and Labor Day, which falls on May 1, is a family holiday and a time for relaxation.
Orthodox Easter Day
Millions of Orthodox Christians around the world often celebrate Easter Sunday at a different time to the date set by many western churches.
Day off for Spring and Labor Day
For many Russians, Spring and Labor Day, which falls on May 1, is a family holiday and a time for relaxation.
Defender of the Fatherland Day (extra holiday)
Defender of the Fatherland Day (extra holiday) is a substitute holiday in Russia
Victory Day
One of the biggest Russian holidays, Victory Day, marks Germany's surrender to the Soviet Union in 1945, ending one of the bloodiest wars in Russia's history.
Victory Day Holiday
A 2012 decree has changed the number of days, and the dates for the Victory Day Holidays.
Day off for Victory Day
One of the biggest Russian holidays, Victory Day, marks Germany's surrender to the Soviet Union in 1945, ending one of the bloodiest wars in Russia's history.
Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha (Id ul-Adha) is an Islamic festival falling on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijja (Thou al-Hijja) to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son.
June
Russia Day
Russia Day, annually celebrated on June 12, marks the beginning of democratic reforms in Russia and is one of the newest holidays in the Russian Federation.
Substitute Holiday for International Women's Day
Substitute Holiday for International Women's Day is a substitute holiday in Russia
Day off for Russia Day
Russia Day, annually celebrated on June 12, marks the beginning of democratic reforms in Russia and is one of the newest holidays in the Russian Federation.
Muharram
Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar and a time of remembrance or mourning.
Victory Day 75th Anniversary
Victory Day 75th Anniversary is a national holiday in Russia
November
Unity Day Holiday
Unity Day Holiday is a national holiday in Russia
Unity Day
Unity Day, which is on November 4, is one of the newest and the most controversial holidays in Russia.
Day off for Unity Day
Unity Day, which is on November 4, is one of the newest and the most controversial holidays in Russia.
Non-Working Day (COVID-19)
Non-Working Day (COVID-19) is a paid leave in Russia
Mother's Day
Mother's Day celebrates the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures.