Georgia is a former Soviet Republic that is situated at the intersection of Europe and Asia. Tbilisi itself is known for the diverse architecture and mazelike cobblestone streets. The country’s land area spans up to 69,700 km² and the population is estimated at 4 million.
Public holidays in Georgia consist of religious and national holidays observed by Georgians across the country.
| Dates | Holidays |
|---|---|
| Jan 1 – 2 | New Year’s Day |
| Jan 7 | Orthodox Christmas |
| Jan 19 | Orthodox Epiphany |
| Mar 3 | Mother’s Day |
| Mar 8 | International Women’s Day |
| Apr 9 | Day of National Unity |
| Apr 10 | Orthodox Good Friday |
| Apr 11 | Great Saturday |
| Apr 11 | Orthodox Easter Day |
| Apr 13 | Orthodox Easter Monday |
| May 9 | Day of Victory over Fascism |
| May 12 | Saint Andrew the First-Called Day |
| May 26 | Independence Day |
| Aug 28 | St. Mary’s Day |
| Oct 14 | Day of Svetitskovloba |
| Nov 23 | St. George’s Day |
New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day is a public holiday in Georgia that commemorates the first day of the new year according to the Gregorian Calendar.
Orthodox Christmas
As the Orthodox Church follows the Julian Calendar, they believe that the birth of Jesus took place in January, hence Orthodox Christmas is celebrated on this day.
Orthodox Epiphany
Also known as Three Kings Day, this day commemorates the presentation of baby Jesus to the three wise men.
International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day in Georgia celebrates and acknowledges the achievements of women in the country.
Day of National Unity
Also known as Independence Restoration Day, this public holiday commemorates the Tbilisi Massacre that resulted in 20 deaths and hundreds of injuries.
Orthodox Good Friday
Orthodox Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus on the cross.
Great Saturday
Great Saturday, or Orthodox Holy Saturday, marks the day in which Jesus was placed in the tomb after his death.
Orthodox Easter Day
Orthodox Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus in accordance with the Julian Calendar, rather than the Gregorian Calendar.
Day of Victory over Fascism
This public holiday in Georgia celebrates the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany as well as the end of World War II.
Independence Day
Georgia’s Independence Day commemorates the day in which Georgia declared independence from the Russian Empire in 1918.
St. Mary’s Day
Also known as the Feast of the Assumption of Mary, this day commemorates Mary’s assumption into heaven.
Day of Svetitskovloba
The Day of Svetitskovloba is a public holiday in Georgia that commemorates the establishment of the first Christian church in the country.
St. George’s Day
St. George’s Day commemorates the torture of St. George for his refusal to make sacrifices to the Roman gods.
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