Mongolia holiday calendar

Public holidays in Mongolia 2026

Calendar compilation last reviewed

Plan the year with every Mongolia public holiday, regional date and major cultural observance in our calendar. Each entry links to a detailed guide covering its history, status, traditions and sources.

Public holidays
16
Regional dates
0
Observances
9
Substitute dates
0

How public holidays work in Mongolia

The calendar separates public holidays from regional dates and cultural observances. Public holidays are the broadest category in our Mongolia calendar. Regional holidays may apply only in a particular state, province, territory or community, while an observance does not automatically mean that workplaces, schools or public services close.

No separate substitute dates are currently listed for 2026. Weekend and time-off rules can still vary by employer, region and holiday, so consult the linked guide and primary source before making arrangements. July is the busiest month, with 7 listed dates.

Mongolia holiday dates in 2026

The table lists 25 calendar entries. Follow a holiday name for its full background, observance details and traditions.

Public holidays, regional dates and cultural observances in Mongolia for 2026
DateHolidayTypeObserved day
New Year’s DayJanuary 1, Mongolia’s nationwide civil New Year public holiday, marked by winter gatherings, concerts and a pause before the lunar-new-year season.Public holiday—
Constitution DayJanuary 13 civic observance of Mongolia’s constitutional development and democratic institutions; it is not a nationwide day off.Cultural observance—
Tsagaan SarThe first of Mongolia’s three statutory Tsagaan Sar holidays, welcoming the lunar new year through family visits, ritual greetings and a white-food table.Public holiday—
Tsagaan Sar · Day 2Day 2 of Mongolia’s three-day Tsagaan Sar public holiday, when families continue visits, greetings and shared meals for the lunar new year.Public holiday—
Tsagaan Sar · Day 3Day 3 of Mongolia’s three-day Tsagaan Sar public holiday, when families continue visits, greetings and shared meals for the lunar new year.Public holiday—
Patriots’ DayMarch 1 national observance associated with the 1921 revolution and civic patriotism; it is not a nationwide day off.Cultural observance—
International Women’s DayMarch 8, a nationwide Mongolian public holiday that joins the international history of women’s rights with flowers, appreciation and time with family.Public holiday—
Soldiers’ DayMarch 18 national observance recognising Mongolia’s armed forces and military history; it is not a nationwide day off.Cultural observance—
Spring National Book DaysThe spring National Book Days begin on the Saturday of May’s third week, celebrating reading, Mongolian writing, publishing and literary life without creating a nationwide day off.Cultural observance—
Great Düichen DayA nationwide Mongolian public holiday for the great Buddhist festival commemorating the Buddha’s birth, awakening and passing into nirvana.Public holiday—
Children’s DayJune 1, Mongolia’s nationwide public holiday celebrating children, family life and the rights and wellbeing of young people.Public holiday—
Naadam FestivalThe opening day of Mongolia’s six-day Naadam public holiday, celebrating the country’s national festival and the anniversary of the 1921 People’s Revolution.Public holiday—
National Flag DayJuly 10 civic observance honouring Mongolia’s State Flag and the Soyombo symbol, held on the eve of the Naadam Festival.Cultural observance—
Naadam · Day 2Day 2 of the statutory Naadam holiday period, when Mongolia’s national festival brings sport, heritage, travel and family gatherings into the height of summer.Public holiday—
Naadam · Day 3Day 3 of the statutory Naadam holiday period, when Mongolia’s national festival brings sport, heritage, travel and family gatherings into the height of summer.Public holiday—
Naadam · Day 4Day 4 of the statutory Naadam holiday period, when Mongolia’s national festival brings sport, heritage, travel and family gatherings into the height of summer.Public holiday—
Naadam · Day 5Day 5 of the statutory Naadam holiday period, when Mongolia’s national festival brings sport, heritage, travel and family gatherings into the height of summer.Public holiday—
Naadam · Day 6Day 6 of the statutory Naadam holiday period, when Mongolia’s national festival brings sport, heritage, travel and family gatherings into the height of summer.Public holiday—
Memorial Day of Political VictimsSeptember 10 solemn national observance for victims of political repression; it is not a nationwide day off.Cultural observance—
Autumn National Book DaysThe autumn National Book Days begin on the Saturday of September’s third week, returning books, Mongolian writing and author events to public spaces without a nationwide day off.Cultural observance—
Capital City DayOctober 29 observance of Ulaanbaatar’s civic history and role as Mongolia’s capital; it is not a nationwide day off.Cultural observance—
National Pride DayA lunar-calendar public holiday honouring Chinggis Khaan, Mongolian statehood and national pride; the day is symbolically fixed rather than based on a known birth date.Public holiday—
Republic DayNovember 26 public holiday marking Mongolia’s 1924 proclamation of the Mongolian People’s Republic and the adoption of its first constitution.Public holiday—
Democracy and Human Rights DayDecember 10 civic observance connecting Mongolia’s democratic transition with the universal language of human rights; it is not a nationwide day off.Cultural observance—
Independence DayDecember 29 public holiday commemorating Mongolia’s 1911 restoration of national independence and the end of Qing rule.Public holiday—

Sources for Mongolia holidays

Calendar dates and classifications are checked against the primary calendar sources below. Historical and cultural claims have additional citations on each individual holiday guide.