Public and Bank Holidays in Ukraine 2025
Ukraine, a country rich in history and culture, punctuates its calendar with public holidays that reflect its deep traditions, national pride, and religious devotion. These holidays offer opportunities to delve into Ukrainian customs while exploring its stunning landscapes and historic cities.
Public Holidays in Ukraine 2025
- January 1st – New Year’s Day (Новий Рік – Novyi Rik): Celebrate the start of the year with family gatherings, fireworks, and traditional feasts.
- January 7th – Orthodox Christmas Day (Різдво Христове – Rizdvo Khrystove): Experience the spiritual and cultural essence of Ukrainian Orthodox traditions.
- March 8th – International Women’s Day (Міжнародний жіночий день – Mizhnarodnyi zhinochyi den): Celebrate the achievements of women with flowers, gifts, and special events.
- May 1st – Labour Day (День праці – Den pratsi): Honor workers with parades and public gatherings.
- May 4th – Easter Sunday (Великдень – Velykden): The most important religious holiday, celebrated with family meals, painted eggs, and church services.
- May 9th – Victory Day (День Перемоги – Den Peremohy): Commemorate the victory over Nazism in World War II with ceremonies and parades.
- June 16th – Holy Trinity Day (Трійця – Troitsya): Celebrate this Orthodox holiday with special prayers and family traditions.
- June 28th – Constitution Day (День Конституції України – Den Konstytutsii Ukrainy): Mark the adoption of Ukraine’s Constitution in 1996.
- August 24th – Independence Day (День Незалежності України – Den Nezalezhnosti Ukrainy): The nation’s most important holiday, celebrated with parades, fireworks, and cultural events.
- December 25th – Catholic Christmas Day (Різдво Христове): Enjoy a quieter celebration of Christmas, honoring the birth of Christ.
From religious traditions to moments of national pride, Ukraine’s holidays offer a vibrant insight into its culture.
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