Long weekend awaits Kazakhstanis
Tengrinews.kz — In July 2026, Kazakhstanis will enjoy a long weekend in honor of Capital City Day. The holiday falls on a Monday, meaning many residents will have three consecutive days off. We have prepared a calendar to help you plan your vacations, weekend getaways, or family gatherings in advance.
How Kazakhstanis will spend the 2026 Capital City Day holidaysCapital City Day is celebrated annually on July 6. It is a state holiday and an official day off. In 2026, July 6 falls on a Monday, so there will be no holiday shifts—the public holiday will simply extend the standard weekend.
Schedule for a five-day work week
Kazakhstanis will have three days off in a row:
July 4 (Saturday) — day off;
July 5 (Sunday) — day off;
July 6 (Monday) — public holiday.
Work will resume on Tuesday, July 7.
Schedule for a six-day work week
For those on a six-day work week, the schedule is as follows:
July 4 (Saturday) — workday;
July 5 (Sunday) — day off;
July 6 (Monday) — public holiday.
This results in two consecutive days off.
Photo: depositphotos.com. Illustration: Tengrinews.kz / Zhandarbek ManarbekovNumber of working days in July
July 2026 has 31 calendar days. For a five-day work week, there are 22 working days and 9 days off, including Capital City Day. For a six-day work week, there are 26 working days and 5 days off.
Other dates celebrated in July
In addition to Capital City Day, July in Kazakhstan is full of professional holidays and commemorative dates:
July 2 — Diplomatic Service Day;
First Sunday of July (July 5) — National Dombra Day and Sea and River Transport Workers' Day;July 7 — Day of Artisans of Kazakhstan;
July 9 — Water Resources Workers' Day, as well as Natural Monopolies Sector Workers' Day;July 10 — Veterinary Worker's Day;
July 13 — Day of the National Security Authorities of the Republic of Kazakhstan;Second Sunday of July (July 12) — Fishery Workers' Day;July 14 — Notary Day;
Third Sunday of July (July 19) — Metallurgist's Day;Fourth Sunday of July (July 26) — Trade Workers' Day.
How to spend the long weekend
Traditionally, festive events take place across many cities in Kazakhstan to mark July 6. The main program is usually held in Astana, featuring open-air concerts, festivals, exhibitions, sports competitions, and fairs.
Where to celebrate Capital City Day: Holiday events guide for Astana, Almaty, and ShymkentMany Kazakhstanis also use the long weekend for nature trips and domestic tourism. Popular destinations include Burabay, Bayanaul, the shores of Alakol, and the mountainous regions of the Almaty region. Those planning a trip should arrange accommodation and tickets in advance, as demand traditionally surges during holiday periods.