Russia Holidays, Observances & Calendar 2026

Find the complete list of public holidays, observances, and the full monthly Calendar for Russia in 2026. Discover official national holidays, important cultural dates, and plan your year with this country-specific holiday guide.

Total Holidays 30
Public Holidays 14
Observances 16
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Calendar 2026
Holidays 2026
January 2026
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February 2026
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March 2026
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April 2026
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May 2026
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June 2026
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23
31
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24
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July 2026
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August 2026
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35
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September 2026
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36
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October 2026
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40
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November 2026
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45
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47
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48
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December 2026
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49
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Holidays & Observances in Russia in 2026

New Year's Day
National Holiday
Thursday, January 1, 2026
132 days ago
New Year Holiday
National Holiday
Friday, January 2, 2026
131 days ago
New Year Holiday
National Holiday
Monday, January 5, 2026
128 days ago
New Year Holiday
National Holiday
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
127 days ago
Orthodox Christmas Day
National Holiday, Orthodox
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
126 days ago
New Year Holiday
National Holiday
Thursday, January 8, 2026
125 days ago
Old New Year
Observance
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
119 days ago
Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Friday, January 16, 2026
117 days ago
Valentine's Day
Observance
Saturday, February 14, 2026
88 days ago
Ramadan starts (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
84 days ago
Defender of the Fatherland Day
National Holiday
Monday, February 23, 2026
79 days ago
International Women's Day
National Holiday
Sunday, March 8, 2026
66 days ago
Day off for International Women's Day
National Holiday
Monday, March 9, 2026
65 days ago
Lailat al-Qadr
Muslim
Sunday, March 15, 2026
59 days ago
Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Friday, March 20, 2026
54 days ago
March Equinox
Season
Friday, March 20, 2026
54 days ago
Orthodox Easter Day
Observance, Orthodox
Sunday, April 12, 2026
31 days ago
Spring and Labor Day
National Holiday
Friday, May 1, 2026
12 days ago
Victory Day
National Holiday
Saturday, May 9, 2026
4 days ago
Day off for Victory Day
National Holiday
Monday, May 11, 2026
2 days ago
Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
14 days left
Russia Day
National Holiday
Friday, June 12, 2026
30 days left
Muharram (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
35 days left
June Solstice
Season
Sunday, June 21, 2026
39 days left
The Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
105 days left
September Equinox
Season
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
133 days left
Fathers' Day
Observance
Sunday, October 18, 2026
158 days left
Unity Day
National Holiday
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
175 days left
Mothers' Day
Observance
Sunday, November 29, 2026
200 days left
December Solstice
Season
Monday, December 21, 2026
222 days left

Russia Holidays 2026 - FAQs

1. How many public holidays are there in Russia in 2026?
➥ Russia has several official public holidays in 2026, including national holidays and other important observances listed on this page. The exact number may vary depending on regional and optional holidays.
2. What are the national holidays in Russia in 2026?
➥ National holidays in Russia include officially recognized days observed across the country, such as New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas. A full list is available in the holiday table above.
3. Are Carnival days public holidays in Russia?
➥ Carnival days in Russia are widely celebrated, but their status as official public holidays can vary by region and employer. This calendar highlights nationally recognized holidays and major observances for 2026.
4. Do holidays in Russia change every year?
➥ Some holidays in Russia fall on fixed dates each year, while others are movable and depend on religious or cultural calendars. This page reflects the dates specific to 2026.
5. Is this holiday calendar updated from official sources?
➥ The holiday information on this page is compiled from official government publications and widely accepted public records to ensure accuracy for planning and reference purposes.

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