🇰🇿 Defender of the Fatherland Day in Kazakhstan

Defender of the Fatherland Day is a public holiday observed in Kazakhstan. It is classified as a Public Holiday. See the dates, history and observance details on this page, or browse all public holidays in Kazakhstan.

This year, Defender of the Fatherland Day falls on {'year': 2026, 'name': 'Defender of the Fatherland Day', 'date_iso': '2026-05-07', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2026, 5, 7), 'date_display': '07 May 2026', 'day_of_week': 'Thursday'} in Kazakhstan.

Next year, Defender of the Fatherland Day will be observed on {'year': 2027, 'name': 'Defender of the Fatherland Day', 'date_iso': '2027-05-07', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2027, 5, 7), 'date_display': '07 May 2027', 'day_of_week': 'Friday'} in Kazakhstan. Movable holidays can change weekday and date year to year.

Last year, Defender of the Fatherland Day was observed on {'year': 2025, 'name': 'Defender of the Fatherland Day', 'date_iso': '2025-05-07', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2025, 5, 7), 'date_display': '07 May 2025', 'day_of_week': 'Wednesday'} in Kazakhstan.

Yes, Defender of the Fatherland Day is recognized as a public holiday in Kazakhstan. Most government offices, banks and many schools close, and some businesses may operate on reduced hours. Specific closures vary by industry and region.

You can download an iCal (.ics) file for Defender of the Fatherland Day from this page and import it into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, or any standard calendar app. The Kazakhstan holidays page lists every other holiday you can subscribe to the same way.