Defender of the Fatherland Day is a public holiday in Russia, known locally as День защитника Отечества.
In 2026 it falls on Monday 23 February; in 2027 on Tuesday 23 February.
The date is fixed, so only the weekday changes from year to year.
Dates, 2025 to 2028
| Year | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 23 February | Sunday weekend | |
| 2026 | 23 February | Monday long weekend | |
| 2027 | 23 February | Tuesday | |
| 2028 | 23 February | Wednesday |