How many days until New Year holiday in Russia?
New Year holiday (Новогодние каникулы) is a nationwide public holiday in Russia. In 2027 it falls on a Saturday.
New Year holiday dates in Russia
| Date | Applies |
|---|---|
| Friday, 2 January 2026 | Nationwide |
| Saturday, 3 January 2026 | Nationwide |
| Sunday, 4 January 2026 | Nationwide |
| Monday, 5 January 2026 | Nationwide |
| Tuesday, 6 January 2026 | Nationwide |
| Saturday, 2 January 2027 | Nationwide |
| Sunday, 3 January 2027 | Nationwide |
| Monday, 4 January 2027 | Nationwide |
| Tuesday, 5 January 2027 | Nationwide |
| Wednesday, 6 January 2027 | Nationwide |
Other countries with New Year holiday
A nationwide public holiday with this name also appears in the calendars of: Seychelles.
Frequently asked questions
When is New Year holiday in Russia?
New Year holiday falls on Friday, 2 January 2026 and Saturday, 3 January 2026 and Sunday, 4 January 2026 and Monday, 5 January 2026 and Tuesday, 6 January 2026 and Saturday, 2 January 2027 and Sunday, 3 January 2027 and Monday, 4 January 2027 and Tuesday, 5 January 2027 and Wednesday, 6 January 2027.
Is New Year holiday a nationwide public holiday in Russia?
Yes, New Year holiday is a public holiday across the whole country.
Does New Year holiday fall on a weekend?
In 2026 it falls on a Saturday and 2026 it falls on a Sunday and 2027 it falls on a Saturday and 2027 it falls on a Sunday. Whether a day in lieu is given depends on local rules.
Which public holiday in Russia comes after New Year holiday?
The next one is New Year holiday on Sunday, 3 January 2027.
How many days until New Year holiday?
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
- Christmas Day (Orthodox)
- Defender of the Fatherland Day
- International Women's Day
- Labour Day
- Victory Day
- Russia Day
- Unity Day
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