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Christmas (Orthodox)

Friday, January 7, 2028
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🏪 What's open

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

🛋️ Long weekend potential

3-Day Block
FRI 07 Holiday
SAT 08 Weekend
SUN 09 Weekend

3-day weekend (January 7 – January 9)

📣 Traveler notes

Serbia is a diverse Balkan country offering a blend of history and natural beauty, from plains and national parks to ski resorts like Kopaonik. It is described as having a hospitable population and is a rich destination for culture enthusiasts.

  • Orthodox Christmas is a recognized state holiday (January 7).
  • Major retail stores generally remain open on official holidays, except on January 1 and January 7.
  • The church maintains an influential role in Serbian society, though the state is constitutionally secular.
  • Guests should be prepared to toast and hold their drinks, and it is advised to consume alcohol cautiously.
  • Other major state holidays include May 9 (Victory Day) and June 28 (St. Vitus Day).

About this holiday

Orthodox Christmas in Serbia is celebrated on January 7. The celebration is associated with the Serbian word Božić, which means 'young god.'