Georgia Public Holidays 2025
Georgia has 17 public holidays and 0 observances in 2025. Explore the full holiday calendar below.
All Holidays
| Date | Day | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year's Day | public |
| 2 Jan | Thu | Bedoba | public |
| 7 Jan | Tue | Orthodox Christmas | public |
| 19 Jan | Sun | Orthodox Epiphany | public |
| 3 Mar | Mon | Mother's Day | public |
| 8 Mar | Sat | International Women's Day | public |
| 9 Apr | Wed | National Unity Day | public |
| 18 Apr | Fri | Good Friday | public |
| 19 Apr | Sat | Easter Saturday | public |
| 20 Apr | Sun | Easter Sunday | public |
| 21 Apr | Mon | Easter Monday | public |
| 9 May | Fri | Victory Day | public |
| 12 May | Mon | Saint Andrew the First-Called Day | public |
| 26 May | Mon | Independence Day | public |
| 28 Aug | Thu | Saint Mary's Day | public |
| 14 Oct | Tue | Svetitskhovloba | public |
| 23 Nov | Sun | Saint George's Day | public |
About Georgia's Holidays
Georgia celebrates a mix of national, public, and cultural holidays that reflect its history, religion, and folk traditions. Important national days mark independence and state events with ceremonies, flags, and sometimes parades. These are public holidays when offices close.
Religion plays a big role, especially Georgian Orthodox holidays. Families gather for church services, feasts, and to honor saints. Folk festivals bring music, dance, and traditional food that show regional identity. Winter and spring festivals are lively and draw communities together.
Many holidays are nonworking days so people travel or visit relatives. Cultural pride, church rituals, and national history are the main themes that shape holiday life in Georgia.
Holiday Traditions
In Georgia people celebrate holidays with loud joy and warm hearts. Families gather at home to share stories, hugs, and music. Older relatives bless younger ones and guests are treated with respect and smiles.
Food is very important. Long tables hold breads, cheeses, stews, grilled meat, and sweet pastries. Everyone tastes many dishes and toasts with wine or juice. Cooking is a group activity that brings people together.
Public celebrations fill streets and squares. There are music, dancing, and colorful costumes. Churches and community centers host prayers and performances. The mood mixes tradition and fun, making holidays both meaningful and lively for all ages.
Travel Tips
Holiday season in Georgia brings many public and religious events. Banks, government offices and some shops close on major days. Tourist sites can have shorter hours, so check opening times before you go.
Transport runs but with changes. Trains, long distance buses and some flights may have reduced schedules. City traffic and taxis get busy around celebrations and popular churches. Book long trips and flights early.
Museums and restaurants often stay open but not always. Expect lines at top sights and holiday markets. Local markets may open early and close for holidays.
Plan ahead. Reserve hotels and transport, carry some cash, and download local maps. Be respectful of traditions and dress modestly at religious sites.