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Kazakhstan Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

29 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

This list includes national holidays, public holidays, and observances for Kazakhstan in 2025. Some holidays may be regional or observed only in specific locations.

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January
Wed
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
New Year's Day
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
Public holiday
Thu
Thursday, January 2, 2025
New Year Holiday
New Year Holiday is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Fri
Friday, January 3, 2025
New Year Holiday
New Year Holiday is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Sun
Sunday, January 5, 2025
Special Working Day
Special Working Day is a working day on the weekend in Kazakhstan
Working Day on the weekend
Tue
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Orthodox Christmas Day
Many Orthodox churches annually celebrate Christmas Day on or around January 7. This event commemorates the story of Jesus Christ’s birth, according to the Christian Bible.
Public holiday
March
Sat
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Ramadan starts
Ramadan is a period of prayer, reflection and fasting for many Muslims worldwide. It is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar.
Muslim
Sat
Saturday, March 8, 2025
International Women's Day
International Women's Day is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Mon
Monday, March 10, 2025
Day off for International Women's Day
International Women's Day is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Kazakhstan (Astana)
Season
Fri
Friday, March 21, 2025
Nauryz
Nauryz is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Sat
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Nauryz Holiday
Nauryz Holiday is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Sun
Sunday, March 23, 2025
Nauryz Holiday
Nauryz Holiday is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Mon
Monday, March 24, 2025
Day off for Nauryz Holiday
Nauryz Holiday is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Tue
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Day off for Nauryz Holiday
Nauryz Holiday is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
May
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Unity Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
Public holiday
Wed
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Defender of the Fatherland Day
Defender of the Fatherland Day is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Fri
Friday, May 9, 2025
Victory Day
Victory Day is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
June
Fri
Friday, June 6, 2025
Kurban Ait
Eid al-Adha (Id ul-Adha) is an Islamic festival falling on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijja (Thou al-Hijja) to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son.
Public holiday
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Kazakhstan (Astana)
Season
July
Sun
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Day of the Capital
Day of the Capital is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Mon
Monday, July 7, 2025
Day off for Day of the Capital
Day of the Capital is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
August
Sat
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Constitution Day
Constitution Day is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
September
Mon
Monday, September 1, 2025
Day off for Constitution Day
Constitution Day is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Kazakhstan (Astana)
Season
October
Sat
Saturday, October 25, 2025
Republic Day
Republic Day is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Mon
Monday, October 27, 2025
Day off for Republic Day
Republic Day is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
December
Tue
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a public holiday in Kazakhstan
Public holiday
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Kazakhstan (Astana)
Season
Wed
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
New Year's Eve
New Year’s Eve is the last day of the year, December 31, in the Gregorian calendar.
Observance

Understanding Kazakhstan Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan maintains a balance between Islamic traditions and modern secular governance. While major Islamic festivals are official holidays, the country also celebrates national days that commemorate independence, sovereignty, and cultural heritage, creating a dual holiday culture.

Major Holidays in Kazakhstan

New Year's Day

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.

Public holiday

New Year Holiday

Thursday, January 2, 2025

New Year Holiday is a public holiday in Kazakhstan

Public holiday

New Year Holiday

Friday, January 3, 2025

New Year Holiday is a public holiday in Kazakhstan

Public holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Kazakhstan observes 29 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Kazakhstan's 29 official holidays reflect the nation's islamic-secular heritage and kazakh traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Kazakhstan carefully around major holidays when offices close and transportation becomes congested. Check regional variations as holiday observance may differ across provinces or states.

Cultural Traditions

Kazakhstan's holiday traditions emphasize family gatherings, traditional foods, and community celebrations. Many holidays involve multi-day festivities with distinct customs for each day.

Timezone Coordination Tips

When coordinating meetings with Kazakhstan, verify holiday schedules in advance as dates may vary, especially for lunar calendar-based holidays. Use SyncMyTime's timezone tools to ensure perfect scheduling alignment.

Why Check Kazakhstan Public Holidays?

  • Plan business meetings and avoid scheduling conflicts during bank closures
  • Coordinate with remote teams and international colleagues across time zones
  • Book travel and accommodations around peak holiday periods for better rates
  • Respect cultural and religious observances important to local communities
  • Optimize project timelines and deadlines accounting for reduced business days
  • Anticipate supply chain and logistics disruptions during major holidays

Frequently Asked Questions

Stay Perfectly Synchronized

Our holiday calendar for Kazakhstan is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Kazakhstan timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Kazakhstan and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.