Armenia Public Holidays 2027
Armenia observes 12 public holidays in 2027. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
2027 at a glance
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All holidays in 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Friday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 3 | Sunday | Pre-Christmas holidays | Public |
| Jan 6 | Wednesday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Jan 28 | Thursday | Army Day | Public |
| Feb 4 | Thursday | St. Vartan the good work and the duty days | Observance |
| Feb 21 | Sunday | Mother Language Day | Observance |
| Mar 8 | Monday | International Women's Day | Public |
| Apr 7 | Wednesday | Motherhood and Beauty Day | Observance |
| Apr 24 | Saturday | Mother's Day | Public |
| May 1 | Saturday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 8 | Saturday | Yerkrapah Day | Observance |
| May 9 | Sunday | Victory and Peace Day | Public |
| May 28 | Friday | Republic Day | Public |
| Jun 1 | Tuesday | The day of protection of children rights | Observance |
| Jul 5 | Monday | Constitution Day | Public |
| Sep 1 | Wednesday | Knowledge, Literacy and Education Day | Observance |
| Sep 21 | Tuesday | Independence Day | Public |
| Oct 9 | Saturday | Translator's Day | Observance |
| Dec 7 | Tuesday | Earthquake Remembrance Day | Observance |
| Dec 31 | Friday | New Year's Eve | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Armenia
Public holidays in Armenia are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Armenia have in 2027?
- Armenia has 12 nationwide public holidays in 2027, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Armenia?
- The next public holiday in Armenia is New Year's Day on January 1, 2027.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Armenia?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Armenia close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.