Russia Holidays
Major public holidays celebrated in Russia in 2026.
Russia has 8 major public holidays listed below. Of these, 8 fall on the same calendar date every year.
New Year Holiday
January 1-8Extended New Year celebration
Orthodox Christmas
January 7Russian Orthodox Christmas
Defender of the Fatherland Day
February 23Honors the military
International Women's Day
March 8Celebrates women's achievements
Spring and Labour Day
May 1Workers' Day
Victory Day
May 9Celebrates WWII victory over Nazi Germany
Russia Day
June 12Declaration of sovereignty in 1990
Unity Day
November 4National unity and end of the Time of Troubles
About these dates
This list covers nationwide public holidays. Regional, state or provincial holidays are not included, and governments sometimes announce extra days off or move a holiday when it falls on a weekend. Dates marked "approx." follow the Islamic lunar calendar and are confirmed by moon sighting, so they can shift by a day. Always check with official government sources before making travel or business plans.