What are the Public Holidays in Armenia?



Modified on: Wed, 21 Jan, 2026 at 6:16 PM

In Armenia, employees are entitled to 12 public holidays per year. These holidays are recognized nationwide, and when a public holiday falls on a weekend, an additional day off is typically granted to employees.


Public Holidays:

  1. January 1st - 2nd: New Year’s Holidays
  2. January 6th: Christmas Day (celebrated with Epiphany)
  3. January 27th : Day of Remembrance of Those Fallen in the Defense of the Homeland 
  4. January 28th: National Army Day
  5. March 8th: International Women’s Day
  6. April 24th: Genocide Victims' Commemoration Day
  7. May 1st: Labor Day
  8. May 9th: Victory and Peace Day
  9. May 28th: Republic Day (of the First Republic)
  10. July 5th: Constitution Day
  11. September 21st: Independence Day
  12. December 31st: New Year’s Eve


Weekend Public Holidays

  • When a public holiday falls on a weekend, by default, an additional holiday is provided, ensuring employees receive a day off to compensate.


These public holidays are observed nationwide and offer time off for celebrations, commemorations, and national reflection.

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