This guide was written prior to Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine and is therefore not reflective of the current situation. Travel to Russia is currently not advisable due to the area's volatile political situation.
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| New Year Holiday | 1–6 January | 1–6 January |
| Orthodox Christmas Day | 7 January | 7 January |
| Defence of the Fatherland Day | 23 February | 23 February |
| International Women’s Day | 8 March | 8 March |
| Spring/Labour Day | 1 May | 1 May |
| Victory Day | 9 May | 9 May |
| Russia Day | 12 June | 12 June |
| National Unity Day | 4 November | 4 November |
*Public holidays that fall on a Saturday or Sunday are observed on the following Monday.
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