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Independence Day

May 2026
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🏪 What's open

  • Banks Closed
  • Government offices Closed
  • Schools Closed
  • Shops Varies
  • Restaurants Reduced
  • Public transit Reduced
  • Stock market Closed
  • Post office Closed

🛋️ Long weekend potential

4-Day Block
SAT 23 Weekend
SUN 24 Weekend
MON 25 Bridge Day
TUE 26 Holiday

4-day weekend with a bridge day on May 25

📣 Traveler notes

Georgia celebrates its national day with public events including military parades, fireworks, concerts, and cultural fairs.

  • Public celebrations may occur in major cities
  • Expect festive atmosphere with music and fireworks
  • Military parades may be scheduled as part of the ceremony

About this holiday

Independence Day is celebrated in Georgia on May 26th to commemorate the adoption of the Act of Independence in 1918. This event established the Democratic Republic of Georgia following the Russian Revolution.