There are 12 public holidays in Armenia in 2026, three of which fall on weekends.
New Year's Day
New Year Holiday marks the first day of the year on the modern Gregorian calendar and is one of the most popular holidays in the world. The celebration spans three days: December 31, January 1, and January 2.
Armenian Christmas Day
Christmas Day is a holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. It is a public holiday celebrated worldwide. While most Christians celebrate on December 25, the holiday is observed on January 6 in Armenia.
Army Day
The holiday honors the Armed Forces of Armenia, which were established on January 28, 1992. It will be observed on January 28, 2026.
International Women's Day
The holiday is one of the most important days for recognizing women's achievements and raising awareness about gender equality. It will be observed on March 8, 2026.
Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day is a public holiday in Armenia, observed on April 24, 2026. It commemorates the victims of the Armenian genocide of 1915.
Labour Day
Labour Day, observed on May 1, 2026, celebrates the achievements of workers. The holiday originated from the eight-hour day movement, advocating for eight hours of work, eight hours of recreation, and eight hours of rest.
Victory and Peace Day
Observed on May 9, 2026, the holiday commemorates the anniversary of the signing of the German Instrument of Surrender. This legal document marked the end of Nazi Germany and the conclusion of World War II in Europe.
Republic Day
Observed on May 28, 2026, the holiday commemorates the anniversary of the establishment of the First Armenian Republic in 1918.
Constitution Day
The holiday, observed on July 5, 2026, commemorates the anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution on July 5, 1995.
Independence Day
The holiday commemorates the anniversary of Armenia regaining independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, and it will be observed on September 21, 2026.
The following is the list of public holidays in Armenia 2026.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2026 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| New Year's Day Holiday | Jan 02, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Armenian Christmas Day | Jan 06, 2026 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Army Day | Jan 28, 2026 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| International Women's Day | Mar 08, 2026 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day | Apr 24, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Labour Day | May 01, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Victory and Peace Day | May 09, 2026 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Republic Day | May 28, 2026 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Constitution Day | Jul 05, 2026 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Independence Day | Sep 21, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| New Year's Eve | Dec 31, 2026 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
Please also check the working days in Armenia in 2026.