Russia Extends New Year Break to 11 Days for Families in 2026
The Russian government has gifted families a longer New Year break, with January 1-11, 2026, declared as days off. This includes December 31, 2025, and January 9, 2026, ensuring no six-day workweeks for the rest of 2025 and 2026. The extended holiday has allowed families to spend quality time together and explore popular destinations within Russia.
Many families have seized this opportunity to relax and bond. Some have used the time to visit their dachas, taking care of winterization tasks. Others have opted for quick getaways, with cities like Moscow, St. Petersburg, Kazan, Sochi, and Kaliningrad topping the list of popular destinations. The extended break has also given people a chance to recharge and prepare for the year ahead.
Looking ahead, the work calendar for 2027 is still uncertain. There's a possibility of another six-day workweek in February 2027, depending on government decisions and consultations with trade unions and the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs. However, the days off in late December 2025 and early January 2026 will not require compensation with extra working Saturdays.
The extended New Year holiday has provided a welcome respite for Russian families. While the work calendar for 2027 remains uncertain, the government's decision to grant these extra days off has been well-received, allowing people to make the most of the long break.
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