RussiavsLatvia
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
2
Days you're both off
11
Only Russia
13
Only Latvia
What the numbers say
In 2026, Russia has 13 nationwide public holidays and Latvia has 16, so Latvia gets 3 more days off. They line up on 2 dates, including Новый год and День труда.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: Russia has 9 on working days (4 fall on a weekend), against 12 for Latvia (4 on a weekend).
For short breaks, Russia offers 5 long weekends (a Monday or Friday holiday) and 2 possible bridge days (a Tuesday or Thursday holiday); Latvia offers 6 and 4. Latvia has more bridge-day opportunities. The busiest month is January in Russia and May in Latvia.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only Russia
Latvia is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only Latvia
Russia is working these days.