International Women's Day
Nationwide public holiday in Russia · Международный женский день
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 March | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 8 March | Monday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Russia.
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
Sat 6 Mar – Mon 8 Mar is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Moscow around 8 March: high -2°C (29°F), low -9°C (15°F), rain on 31% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Moscow. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 8 March in Moscow: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Russia
Saturday, 1 May 2027
International Women's Day in other countries
Moldova
Angola
Burkina Faso
Chad
Equatorial Guinea
Georgia
Guinea-Bissau
Kazakhstan
Kiribati
Kyrgyzstan
Mongolia
Nauru
More for Russia
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.