Public Holidays in Russia in 2025

Complete list of official public holidays and observances

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Official Public Holidays

15 holidays in Russia for 2025

Holiday	Date	Day	Applies To
New Year's Day Russians celebrate New Year’s Day in accordance with the Gregorian calendar on January 1.	January 01	Wednesday	Nationwide
New Year Holiday New Year Holiday is a national holiday in Russia	January 02	Thursday	Nationwide
New Year Holiday New Year Holiday is a national holiday in Russia	January 03	Friday	Nationwide
New Year Holiday New Year Holiday is a national holiday in Russia	January 06	Monday	Nationwide
New Year Holiday New Year Holiday is a national holiday in Russia	January 08	Wednesday	Nationwide
Defender of the Fatherland Day Many Russians celebrate Defender of the Fatherland Day on February 23, when they honor military f...	February 23	Sunday	Nationwide
Day off for Defender of the Fatherland Day Many Russians celebrate Defender of the Fatherland Day on February 23, when they honor military f...	February 24	Monday	Nationwide
International Women's Day Many Russians pay tribute to women’s role in Russian society by celebrating International Women’s...	March 08	Saturday	Nationwide
Day off for International Women's Day Many Russians pay tribute to women’s role in Russian society by celebrating International Women’s...	March 10	Monday	Nationwide
Spring and Labor Day For many Russians, Spring and Labor Day, which falls on May 1, is a family holiday and a time for...	May 01	Thursday	Nationwide
Spring and Labor Day Holiday A 2012 decree has changed the number of days, and the dates for the Spring and Labor Day Holidays.	May 02	Friday	Nationwide
Victory Day One of the biggest Russian holidays, Victory Day, marks Germany’s surrender to the Soviet Union i...	May 09	Friday	Nationwide
Russia Day Russia Day, annually celebrated on June 12, marks the beginning of democratic reforms in Russia a...	June 12	Thursday	Nationwide
Russia Day Weekend Russia Day Weekend is a national holiday in Russia	June 13	Friday	Nationwide
Unity Day Unity Day, which is on November 4, is one of the newest and the most controversial holidays in Ru...	November 04	Tuesday	Nationwide

Legal Notice: This information is for guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. Always validate with local authorities or legal practitioners in Russia.

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About Public Holidays in Russia

Public holidays in Russia are an integral part of the country's cultural and social fabric, reflecting its rich history and diverse traditions. The Russian government designates several public holidays, including New Year's Day, International Women's Day, and Victory Day, among others. These holidays often result in extended leave for employees, impacting absence management and staff leave planning within businesses. Understanding the nuances of public holidays in Russia is crucial for organizations to effectively manage employee leave and ensure compliance with labor laws. For more detailed information on public holidays in Russia, you can visit the official government website at government.ru.