What's open on Christmas Day (Orthodox) 2026 in Russia?
Christmas Day (Orthodox) 2026 falls on 7 January 2026.
Christmas Day is a near-total retail shutdown — supermarkets, shops and banks close, with petrol stations and some restaurants as the usual exceptions.
Chain opening hours
| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Hours | Verification & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-08-23 pyaterochka.ru |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-08-23 magnit.ru |
Estimate | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 36-6.ru |
Estimate | Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-08-23 lukoil.ru |
Estimate | Post & Parcel Lockers | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-08-23 pochta.ru |
Estimate | Banks & ATMs | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-08-23 sberbank.ru |
Frequently asked questions
Are shops open on Christmas Day (Orthodox) 2026 in Russia?
Christmas Day is a near-total retail shutdown — supermarkets, shops and banks close, with petrol stations and some restaurants as the usual exceptions. Typically closed: supermarkets, retail, banks, government.
When is Christmas Day (Orthodox) in 2026?
Christmas Day (Orthodox) falls on 7 January 2026 (2026-01-07) in 2026.