Russia Traditions
Festivals and holidays: January 1-2 (New Year), January 7 (Christmas Day), February 23 (Day of the Defender of the Fatherland), 8 March (International Women's Day), May 1-2 (Labor Day), May 9 ( Victory Day), June 12 (Independence Day), 7 November (Day of Concord and Reconciliation), 12 December (Constitution Day).