Public holidays in Kazakhstan in 2026 include national and state holidays, religious non-working days, and substitute days when a holiday coincides with a weekend. The dates below follow the Government of Kazakhstan’s 2026 calendar; transfer arrangements can differ for five-day and six-day workweeks.
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Constitution Day in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan’s updated holiday law sets Constitution Day on March 15, the date of the 2026 referendum on the new Constitution. The Government’s updated 2026 production calendar lists March 15 as Constitution Day; August 30 is no longer listed as the holiday date. The current wording appears in Kazakhstan’s law on holidays.
Substitute Days and Workweek Differences
When a state holiday falls on a weekend, Kazakhstan’s Labour Code provides for a rest day on the following working day. The Government’s 2026 calendar gives separate transfer schedules for five-day and six-day workweeks, so the applicable dates can differ according to an employee’s schedule.
Orthodox Christmas on January 7 and the first day of Qurban Ait are also non-working days. The Government calendar identifies Qurban Ait’s 2026 date as May 27.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holiday dates are listed for Kazakhstan in 2026?
The database table lists 20 individual holiday and substitute dates. It counts each date separately, including the multi-day New Year and Nauryz holidays.
Does Kazakhstan have a substitute day when a public holiday falls on a weekend?
Yes. The Government’s 2026 calendar lists substitute rest days for holidays that coincide with weekends. The transfer schedule differs between five-day and six-day workweeks.
When is Constitution Day in Kazakhstan?
Constitution Day is March 15 under the current law on holidays. The updated Government calendar lists that date for 2026.
When is Qurban Ait in Kazakhstan in 2026?
The Government’s 2026 production calendar lists the first day of Qurban Ait on May 27, 2026.
Is Orthodox Christmas a public holiday in Kazakhstan?
January 7, Orthodox Christmas, is a non-working day in Kazakhstan.
Official Sources for Public Holidays in Kazakhstan
- Government of Kazakhstan: 2026 production calendar — state holidays, transfer schedules, Orthodox Christmas and the listed Qurban Ait date.
- Adilet Legal Information System: Holidays in the Republic of Kazakhstan — current statutory holiday names and dates, including Constitution Day.
- Government of Kazakhstan: About Kazakhstan — confirms the 2026 referendum date and when the new Constitution entered into force.
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