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Moldova Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

55 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

This list includes national holidays, public holidays, and observances for Moldova 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.
National holiday
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.
Orthodox
Wed
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Orthodox Christmas Day holiday
Orthodox Christmas Day holiday is a national holiday and Orthodox holiday in Moldova
Orthodox
Wed
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Mihai Eminescu Commemoration Day
Mihai Eminescu Commemoration Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Mon
Monday, January 27, 2025
Holocaust Remembrance Day
Holocaust Remembrance Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
February
Fri
Friday, February 14, 2025
Valentine's Day
February 14 is Valentine's Day or Saint Valentine's Feast. The day of love owes its origins to ancient Roman and European Christian traditions.
Observance
Sat
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Day of Commemoration of the Victims of the Afghanistan War
Day of Commemoration of the Victims of the Afghanistan War is a observance in Moldova
Observance
March
Sat
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Martisor (first day of spring)
Martisor (first day of spring) is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Sun
Sunday, March 2, 2025
Remembrance and Gratitude Day
Remembrance and Gratitude Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Sat
Saturday, March 8, 2025
International Women's Day
International Women's Day is a national holiday in Moldova
National holiday
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Moldova (Chișinău)
Season
Sun
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Daylight Saving Time starts
Daylight Saving Time starts in Moldova
Clock change/Daylight Saving Time
April
Mon
Monday, April 7, 2025
Remembrance and Freedom Day
Remembrance and Freedom Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Orthodox Good Friday
Millions of Orthodox Christians around the world annually observe Good Friday to commemorate the events leading up to Jesus Christ's crucifixion.
Orthodox
Sat
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Orthodox Holy Saturday
The Saturday before Easter Sunday is also known as Holy Saturday for many Orthodox churches worldwide.
Orthodox
Sat
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Day of Victims of Organized Famine of 1946-1947
Day of Victims of Organized Famine of 1946-1947 is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Orthodox Easter Sunday
Millions of Orthodox Christians around the world often celebrate Easter Sunday at a different time to the date set by many western churches.
Orthodox
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Orthodox Easter Monday
Orthodox Easter Monday is the day after the Orthodox Easter Sunday.
Orthodox
Sat
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Day of Victims of Nuclear Accidents
Day of Victims of Nuclear Accidents is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Sun
Sunday, April 27, 2025
State Flag Day
State Flag Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Mon
Monday, April 28, 2025
Occupational Health and Safety Day
Occupational Health and Safety Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
May
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
International Day of Solidarity of Workers
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
National holiday
Fri
Friday, May 9, 2025
Victory Day
Victory Day is a national holiday in Moldova
National holiday
Fri
Friday, May 9, 2025
Europe Day
Europe Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Thu
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Family Day
Family Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Thu
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Bălți Day
Bălți Day is a local holiday in Moldova
Local holiday
Sun
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Dniester Day
Dniester Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
June
Sun
Sunday, June 1, 2025
International Children's Day
International Children's Day is a national holiday in Moldova
National holiday
Thu
Thursday, June 5, 2025
World Environment Day
World Environment Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Moldova (Chișinău)
Season
Sun
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Victims of Fascism Day
Victims of Fascism Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Mon
Monday, June 23, 2025
Statehood Day
Statehood Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Thu
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Day Against Illicit Drug Consumption and Trafficking
Day Against Illicit Drug Consumption and Trafficking is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Sun
Sunday, June 29, 2025
Peoples Port Day
Peoples Port Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Mon
Monday, June 30, 2025
Competition Day
Competition Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
July
Wed
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Stephen the Great Day
Stephen the Great Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Sun
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Victims of Stalinism Day
Victims of Stalinism Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Tue
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Constitution Day
Constitution Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
August
Wed
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a national holiday in Moldova
National holiday
Sun
Sunday, August 31, 2025
Language Day
Language Day is a national holiday in Moldova
National holiday
September
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Moldova (Chișinău)
Season
Sat
Saturday, September 27, 2025
National Apple Festival
National Apple Festival is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Sun
Sunday, September 28, 2025
National Apple Festival
National Apple Festival is a observance in Moldova
Observance
October
Sat
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Wine Day
Wine Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Sun
Sunday, October 5, 2025
Wine Day
Wine Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Tue
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Chișinău Day
Chișinău Day is a local holiday in Moldova
Local holiday
Thu
Thursday, October 16, 2025
National Food Day
National Food Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Sun
Sunday, October 26, 2025
Daylight Saving Time ends
Daylight Saving Time ends in Moldova
Clock change/Daylight Saving Time
Fri
Friday, October 31, 2025
Halloween
Halloween is a festive occasion that is celebrated in many countries on October 31 each year.
Observance
November
Fri
Friday, November 21, 2025
Cahul Day
Cahul Day is a local holiday in Moldova
Local holiday
December
Wed
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
International Human Rights Day
International Human Rights Day is a observance in Moldova
Observance
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Moldova (Chișinău)
Season
Wed
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve is the day before Christmas Day and falls on December 24 in the Gregorian calendar.
Observance
Thu
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is one of the biggest Christian celebrations and falls on December 25 in the Gregorian calendar.
National holiday
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 Moldova Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Moldova

Moldova follows the Orthodox Christian calendar, which often differs from Western Christian dates. Major celebrations like Easter and Christmas may fall on different dates than in Catholic or Protestant countries, reflecting the Julian calendar tradition.

Major Holidays in Moldova

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.

National holiday

International Day of Solidarity of Workers

Thursday, May 1, 2025

Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.

National holiday

Independence Day

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Independence Day is a national holiday in Moldova

National holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Moldova observes 55 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Moldova's 55 official holidays reflect the nation's orthodox heritage and moldovan traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Moldova 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

Moldova'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

Moldova observes Central European Time and switches to daylight saving time. Coordinate holiday schedules with EU partners as many holidays are shared. Note that Orthodox Christian countries may celebrate some holidays on different dates.

Why Check Moldova 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 Moldova is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Moldova timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Moldova and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.