In September and November, residents of Kazakhstan can expect standard working days, while a long three-day weekend is expected in October due to the national holiday — Republic Day. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
September Days Off
In September, there are no official holidays in Kazakhstan. With a five-day workweek: eight days off, 22 working days. With a six-day workweek: four days off, 26 working days.
Long Weekend in October
In October, Republic Day can be celebrated for three consecutive days: October 24, 25, and 26 (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday).
Since October 25 falls on a Sunday, the day off is moved to the following working Monday, October 26.
Republic Day is the main and only national holiday of the country. It was on this day in 1990 that the Declaration of State Sovereignty was adopted, which for the first time enshrined the fundamental principles of statehood.
November Days Off
In November 2026, there are no public holidays in Kazakhstan, so rest will only be possible on Saturdays and Sundays. The number of days off: 9 days.
School Autumn Break
It is worth reminding that schoolchildren in Kazakhstan will go on autumn break for 7 days — from October 26 to November 1, 2026, inclusive.