How many days until Christmas Day (Orthodox) in Russia?
Christmas Day (Orthodox) (Рождество Христово) is a nationwide public holiday in Russia. In 2027 it falls on a Thursday.
Christmas Day (Orthodox) dates in Russia
| Date | Applies |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, 7 January 2026 | Nationwide |
| Thursday, 7 January 2027 | Nationwide |
Other countries with Christmas Day (Orthodox)
A nationwide public holiday with this name also appears in the calendars of: Belarus, Egypt, Ethiopia, Georgia, Moldova, North Macedonia.
Frequently asked questions
When is Christmas Day (Orthodox) in Russia?
Christmas Day (Orthodox) falls on Wednesday, 7 January 2026 and Thursday, 7 January 2027.
Is Christmas Day (Orthodox) a nationwide public holiday in Russia?
Yes, Christmas Day (Orthodox) is a public holiday across the whole country.
Does Christmas Day (Orthodox) fall on a weekend?
Not in the years listed: Christmas Day (Orthodox) falls on a weekday in 2026, 2027.
Which public holiday in Russia comes after Christmas Day (Orthodox)?
The next one is Defender of the Fatherland Day on Tuesday, 23 February 2027.
How many days until Christmas Day (Orthodox)?
The live countdown at the top of this page shows the days and weeks left. It is calculated from your device's date.
More Russia holidays
- New Year's Day
- New Year holiday
- Defender of the Fatherland Day
- International Women's Day
- Labour Day
- Victory Day
- Russia Day
- Unity Day
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