Kazakhstan Public Holidays 2026
Kazakhstan observes 15 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 7 | Wednesday | Orthodox Christmas | Public |
| Mar 8 | Sunday | International Women's Day | Public |
| Mar 9 | Monday | International Women's Day (substitute day) | Public |
| Mar 15 | Sunday | Constitution Day | Public |
| Mar 16 | Monday | Constitution Day (substitute day) | Public |
| Mar 21 | Saturday | Nauryz | Public |
| Mar 22 | Sunday | Nauryz | Public |
| Mar 23 | Monday | Nauryz (substitute day) | Public |
| Mar 23 | Monday | Nauryz | Public |
| Mar 24 | Tuesday | Nauryz (substitute day) | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | People's Unity Day | Public |
| May 7 | Thursday | Defender of the Fatherland Day | Public |
| May 9 | Saturday | Victory Day | Public |
| May 11 | Monday | Victory Day (substitute day) | Public |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha | Public |
| Jul 6 | Monday | Capital City Day | Public |
| Oct 25 | Sunday | Republic Day | Public |
| Oct 26 | Monday | Republic Day (substitute day) | Public |
| Dec 16 | Wednesday | Independence 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 Kazakhstan
Public holidays in Kazakhstan 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 Kazakhstan have in 2026?
- Kazakhstan has 15 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Kazakhstan?
- The next public holiday in Kazakhstan is Republic Day on October 25, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Kazakhstan?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Kazakhstan close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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