Defender of the Fatherland Day is a public holiday in Kazakhstan, observed on May 7, 2026. It is locally known as Отан Қорғаушы күні. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.
Holiday Details
| Holiday | Defender of the Fatherland Day |
| Local Name | Отан Қорғаушы күні |
| Date | May 7, 2026 |
| Country |  Kazakhstan |
| Type | Public |
| National | Yes — observed nationwide |
Frequently Asked Questions
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| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day | Public |
| 2026-03-08 | International Women's Day | Public |
| 2026-03-21 | Nauryz Meyramy | Public |
| 2026-05-01 | Kazakhstan People's Unity Day | Public |
| 2026-05-07 | Defender of the Fatherland Day | Public |
| 2026-05-09 | Great Patriotic War Against Fascism Victory Day | Public |
| 2026-08-30 | Constitution Day | Public |
| 2026-10-25 | Republic Day | Public |
| 2026-12-16 | Independence Day | Public |
| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day | Public |
| 2026-03-08 | International Women's Day | Public |
| 2026-03-21 | Nauryz Meyramy | Public |
| 2026-05-01 | Kazakhstan People's Unity Day | Public |
| 2026-05-09 | Great Patriotic War Against Fascism Victory Day | Public |
| 2026-07-06 | Capital City Day | Public |
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