Orthodox Christmas
Nationwide public holiday in Kazakhstan · Православиелік Рождество
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 January | Wednesday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 7 January | Thursday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Kazakhstan.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Take Friday 8 January off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 7 Jan – Sun 10 Jan).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Nur-Sultan around 7 January: high -11°C (11°F), low -19°C (-2°F), rain on 24% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Nur-Sultan. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 7 January in Nur-Sultan: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Kazakhstan
Monday, 8 March 2027
Orthodox Christmas in other countries
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.