Russia

Russians celebrate New Year's Day in accordance with the Gregorian calendar on January 1.

New Year Holiday is a national holiday in Russia

New Year Holiday is a national holiday in Russia

New Year Holiday is a national holiday in Russia

New Year Holiday is a national holiday in Russia

Old New Year is a observance in Russia

February 14 is Valentine's Day or Saint Valentine's Feast. The day of love owes its origins to ancient Roman and European Christian traditions.

Many Russians celebrate Defender of the Fatherland Day on February 23, when they honor military forces and veterans.

Many Russians pay tribute to women's role in Russian society by celebrating International Women's Day on March 8.

Many Russians pay tribute to women's role in Russian society by celebrating International Women's Day on March 8.

For many Russians, Spring and Labor Day, which falls on May 1, is a family holiday and a time for relaxation.

One of the biggest Russian holidays, Victory Day, marks Germany's surrender to the Soviet Union in 1945, ending one of the bloodiest wars in Russia's history.

One of the biggest Russian holidays, Victory Day, marks Germany's surrender to the Soviet Union in 1945, ending one of the bloodiest wars in Russia's history.

Russia Day, annually celebrated on June 12, marks the beginning of democratic reforms in Russia and is one of the newest holidays in the Russian Federation.

Father's Day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting on different dates worldwide.

Unity Day, which is on November 4, is one of the newest and the most controversial holidays in Russia.

Mother's Day celebrates the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures.