Public Holidays in Azerbaijan
Upcoming Holidays
- Mar8
International Women's Day
In 30 daysPublic - Mar9
International Women's Day (substitute day)
In 31 daysPublic - Mar20
Spring Festival
In 42 daysPublic
Holiday Calendar
January(3 holidays)
- 1ThuNew Year's DayPublic
- 2FriNew Year's DayPublic
- 20TueMartyrs' DayObservance
March(6 holidays)
- 8SunInternational Women's DayPublic
- 9MonInternational Women's Day (substitute day)PublicSubstitute
- 20FriEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Public
- 20FriSpring FestivalPublic
- 21SatEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Public
- 23MonEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) (substitute day)PublicSubstitute
May(5 holidays)
- 9SatDay of Victory over FascismPublic
- 11MonDay of Victory over Fascism (substitute day)PublicSubstitute
- 27WedFeast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)Public
- 28ThuFeast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)Public
- 28ThuRepublic DayPublic
June(2 holidays)
- 15MonNational Salvation DayPublic
- 26FriAzerbaijan Armed Forces DayPublic
October(2 holidays)
- 18SunIndependence DayPublic
- 19MonIndependence Day (substitute day)PublicSubstitute
November(3 holidays)
- 9MonFlag DayPublic
- 12ThuConstitution DayPublic
- 17TueNational Revival DayPublic
December(1 holiday)
- 31ThuInternational Solidarity Day of AzerbaijanisPublic
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Azerbaijan
Public holidays in Azerbaijan. These are designated non-working days when most businesses, schools, government offices, and financial institutions are closed. Understanding these holidays is essential for planning business operations, travel itineraries, and personal time off.
Holiday planning tips: Consider booking accommodations and transportation well in advance for major holidays. Many locals take extended vacations during key holiday periods, which can affect availability of services and create opportunities for longer breaks by strategically using your vacation days.
Maximize Your Vacation Days with Azerbaijan Public Holidays 2026-2027
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 21 public holidays in Azerbaijan with your annual leave for extended vacations and long weekends. Create the perfect work-life balance by optimizing your time off around these key dates.