Victory Day
Nationwide public holiday in Belarus · Дзень Перамогі
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 9 May | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 9 May | Sunday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Belarus.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Take Monday 10 May off and get 4 days in a row (Sat 8 May – Tue 11 May).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Minsk around 9 May: high 15°C (59°F), low 4°C (40°F), rain on 34% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Minsk. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Sunday 9 May in Minsk: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Belarus
Tuesday, 11 May 2027
Victory Day in other countries
Czechia
Estonia
France
Russia
Azerbaijan
Bangladesh
Cuba
French Guiana
French Polynesia
French Southern Territories
Guadeloupe
Kazakhstan
More for Belarus
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.