Georgia Public Holidays 2026
Georgia 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 | Bedoba | Public |
| Jan 7 | Wednesday | Orthodox Christmas | Public |
| Jan 19 | Monday | Orthodox Epiphany | Public |
| Mar 3 | Tuesday | Mother's Day | Public |
| Mar 8 | Sunday | International Women's Day | Public |
| Apr 9 | Thursday | National Unity Day | Public |
| Apr 10 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 11 | Saturday | Easter Saturday | Public |
| Apr 12 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Public |
| Apr 13 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 9 | Saturday | Victory Day | Public |
| May 12 | Tuesday | Saint Andrew the First-Called Day | Public |
| May 26 | Tuesday | Independence Day | Public |
| Aug 28 | Friday | Saint Mary's Day | Public |
| Oct 14 | Wednesday | Svetitskhovloba | Public |
| Nov 23 | Monday | Saint George's Day | 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 Georgia
Public holidays in Georgia 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 Georgia have in 2026?
- Georgia has 17 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Georgia?
- The next public holiday in Georgia is Saint Mary's Day on August 28, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Georgia?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Georgia close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.