Azerbaijan Public Holidays 2027
Azerbaijan observes 16 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.
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All holidays in 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Friday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 2 | Saturday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 4 | Monday | New Year's Day (substitute day) | Public |
| Jan 20 | Wednesday | Martyrs' Day | Observance |
| Mar 8 | Monday | International Women's Day | Public |
| Mar 9 | Tuesday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Mar 10 | Wednesday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Mar 20 | Saturday | Spring Festival | Public |
| May 9 | Sunday | Day of Victory over Fascism | Public |
| May 10 | Monday | Day of Victory over Fascism (substitute day) | Public |
| May 16 | Sunday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| May 17 | Monday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) (day off in lieu) | Public |
| May 18 | Tuesday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) (substitute day) | Public |
| May 28 | Friday | Republic Day | Public |
| Jun 15 | Tuesday | National Salvation Day | Public |
| Jun 26 | Saturday | Azerbaijan Armed Forces Day | Public |
| Jun 28 | Monday | Azerbaijan Armed Forces Day (substitute day) | Public |
| Oct 18 | Monday | Independence Day | Public |
| Nov 9 | Tuesday | Flag Day | Public |
| Nov 12 | Friday | Constitution Day | Public |
| Nov 17 | Wednesday | National Revival Day | Public |
| Dec 31 | Friday | 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 2027?
- Azerbaijan has 16 nationwide public holidays in 2027, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Azerbaijan?
- The next public holiday in Azerbaijan is New Year's Day on January 1, 2027.
- 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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