Kazakhstanis to get 8 days off in February 2026

Tengrinews.kz – February is considered the shortest month of the year. It is associated with long winter evenings and the absence of holiday bustle. In February 2026, no public holidays are scheduled in Kazakhstan; however, Kazakhstanis will still be able to have full rest on weekends. Tengrinews.kz has prepared a convenient calendar to help you plan your rest, leisure, and work tasks in advance.

How many days off Kazakhstanis will have in February 2026

According to the production calendar, the number of days off and working days in February will depend on the work schedule.

For a five-day workweek

For Kazakhstanis working a standard 5/2 schedule, in February 2026 there will be:

• 8 days off;
• 20 working days.

All Saturdays and Sundays will traditionally be days off, which will allow people to plan short trips, meetings with loved ones, and active leisure.

For a six-day workweek

Those who work on a 6/1 schedule will have:

• 4 days off;
• 24 working days.

Only Sunday will be a day off, so there will not be much free time this month.

Since there are no public holidays in February, no additional days off or shifts of working days are provided.

What Kazakhstanis will observe in February

February is rich in professional and commemorative dates:

• February 1: Civil Aviation Worker's Day of the Republic of Kazakhstan;
• February 2: National Press Day;
• February 15: Day of the withdrawal of the limited contingent of Soviet troops from Afghanistan.