Russia's list of holidays is divided into federally and regionally established, ethnic, historical, professional and religious. The first two types are all-country day-off and should be taken into account while planning a trip.
These are official holidays in Russian Federation:
New Year Holidays (1-5 January) are often merged with Christmas and make up more than a week off.
Orthodox Christmas (7 January).
Fatherland Defender Day (23 February).
International Women's Day (8 March).
The Day of Spring and Labour (1 May).
Victory Day (9 May).
Day of Russia (12 June).
People's Unity Day (4 November).
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