Azerbaijan Public Holidays 2026
Azerbaijan observes 17 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 2 | Friday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 20 | Tuesday | Martyrs' Day | Observance |
| Mar 8 | Sunday | International Women's Day | Public |
| Mar 9 | Monday | International Women's Day (substitute day) | Public |
| Mar 20 | Friday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Mar 20 | Friday | Spring Festival | Public |
| Mar 21 | Saturday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Mar 23 | Monday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) (substitute day) | Public |
| May 9 | Saturday | Day of Victory over Fascism | Public |
| May 11 | Monday | Day of Victory over Fascism (substitute day) | Public |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| May 28 | Thursday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| May 28 | Thursday | Republic Day | Public |
| Jun 15 | Monday | National Salvation Day | Public |
| Jun 26 | Friday | Azerbaijan Armed Forces Day | Public |
| Oct 18 | Sunday | Independence Day | Public |
| Oct 19 | Monday | Independence Day (substitute day) | Public |
| Nov 9 | Monday | Flag Day | Public |
| Nov 12 | Thursday | Constitution Day | Public |
| Nov 17 | Tuesday | National Revival Day | Public |
| Dec 31 | Thursday | International Solidarity Day of Azerbaijanis | 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 Azerbaijan
Public holidays in Azerbaijan 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 Azerbaijan have in 2026?
- Azerbaijan has 17 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Azerbaijan?
- The next public holiday in Azerbaijan is Independence Day on October 18, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Azerbaijan?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Azerbaijan close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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