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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Republic Day (observed)
Monday, October 26, 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
3-Day Block
SAT
24
Weekend
SUN
25
Weekend
MON
26
Holiday
3-day weekend (October 24 – October 26)
📣 Traveler notes
Kazakhstan is Central Asia’s largest country and is known for its significant natural resources, including oil and natural gas.
- Engaging in arguments is generally advised against, as physical confrontation may be part of local culture.
- Avoid negative comments about Kazakhstan or its people. Do not reference the film 'Borat,' as it is considered a misrepresentation of the country.
About this holiday
Republic Day, observed on October 25, commemorates the declaration of the Kazakh SSR's sovereignty from the Soviet Union. This event occurred during a period when individual republics sought greater autonomy, preceding Kazakhstan's full independence in 1991.