Holidays in Russia in 2026

This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Russia in 2026. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Russia.

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
New Year Reunion
January 1 2026, Thursday
National
March Equinox Reunion
March 20 2026, Friday
Seasonal
Easter Monday Reunion
April 6 2026, Monday
National
Labour Day Reunion
May 1 2026, Friday
National
WWII Victory Day Reunion
May 8 2026, Friday
National
Ascension Day Reunion
May 14 2026, Thursday
National
Whit Monday Reunion
May 25 2026, Monday
National
June Solstice Reunion
June 21 2026, Sunday
Seasonal
French National Day Reunion
July 14 2026, Tuesday
National
Assumption of Mary Reunion
August 15 2026, Saturday
National
September Equinox Reunion
September 23 2026, Wednesday
Seasonal
All Saints' Day Reunion
November 1 2026, Sunday
National
Armistice Day Reunion
November 11 2026, Wednesday
National
Abolition of Slavery Reunion
December 20 2026, Sunday
National
December Solstice Reunion
December 22 2026, Tuesday
Seasonal
Christmas Day Reunion
December 25 2026, Friday
National