Holidays in Ukraine

How Ukrainians Celebrate St. Mykolai Day

St. Mykolai Day, also known as St. Nicholas Day, is a cherished holiday in Ukraine, celebrated on December 19 (old style) and December 6th new style). This day honors St. Nicholas of Myra, a belove...

How to Send Thoughtful Christmas Gifts to Business Partners in Ukraine

When it comes to maintaining strong professional relationships, the holiday season offers a perfect opportunity to show appreciation to your business partners. Sending Christmas gifts to Ukraine is...

A Guide to Ukrainian Holidays: Celebrations Full of Tradition and Joy

January 1st: New Year Day January 7th: Orthodox Christmas Day February 14th: Valentine's Day March 8th: Women's Day April 20th: Easter Day May 11th: Mother's Day August 25th: Independence Day Octob...

Upcoming Holiday Alert: Celebrate Knowledge Day on September 1st with Your Loved Ones in Ukraine

As September approaches, Ukraine is preparing to celebrate Knowledge Day on September 1st, a cherished holiday that marks the beginning of the new school year. If you have friends or family in Ukra...

Celebrating Knowledge Day in Ukraine: Traditions, Gifts, and Flowers

September 1st marks a significant day in Ukraine—the Day of Knowledge. This day, known as "Den Znan," symbolizes the beginning of the academic year and is celebrated with much enthusiasm across the...

Father’s Day on June 16th

Father’s Day is a holiday to honor fatherhood and to express your love and care to your fathers. And being far ways from your family, you want to pamper your Daddy with attention on Father’s Day. I...

Mother's Day

Mother is the dearest and closest person in life of every one of us. Her love is patient and forgiving and it never fails. Mother is always with us when we need her most. Mother gave us the most pr...

Celebrating Orthodox Easter in Ukraine: Traditions and Customs

Orthodox Easter, or Velykden, is one of Ukraine's most significant and cherished holidays, ranking only behind Christmas in its cultural and religious importance. This special day is marked by a ri...

Easter Gift Guide

Easter is a very important religious holiday for Orthodox Ukrainians. This day ends the longest lent of 7 weeks. It starts with overnight church services on Sunday night, attended by many Ukrainian...

The Tale of Two Easters

Easter is the holiday which we associate with nature rebirth - bright colors, sunshine, smiles and cheerful traditions. The date of celebration is not fixed and differs depending on the confession...