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Ukraine Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

42 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

This list includes national holidays, public holidays, and observances for Ukraine in 2025. Some holidays may be regional or observed only in specific locations.

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January
Wed
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
New Year's Day (Suspended)
New Year’s Day is annually celebrated as a day off work in the Ukraine on January 1, marking the start of the New Year.
Suspended National Holiday
Mon
Monday, January 6, 2025
Epiphany
Epiphany is a Christian holiday celebrated globally on January 6 each year. It commemorates two events recorded in the Bible: the three wise men’s visit to baby Jesus; and Jesus’ baptism.
Observance
Tue
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Orthodox New Year
The Orthodox New Year, also known as the Old New Year, is observed on January 14 in Ukraine.
Orthodox
February
Fri
Friday, February 14, 2025
Valentine's Day
Many Ukrainians celebrate Valentine’s Day as a romantic day on February 14.
Observance
March
Sat
Saturday, March 8, 2025
International Women's Day (Suspended)
International Women’s Day is a public holiday in Ukraine, celebrated on or around March 8 each year.
Suspended National Holiday
Mon
Monday, March 10, 2025
International Women's Day (Suspended) observed
International Women’s Day is a public holiday in Ukraine, celebrated on or around March 8 each year.
Suspended National Holiday
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Ukraine (Kyiv)
Season
Sun
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Ramadan Bayram
Eid al-Fitr is a holiday to mark the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast during the hours of daylight.
Muslim
Sun
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Daylight Saving Time starts
Daylight Saving Time starts in Ukraine
Clock change/Daylight Saving Time
April
Tue
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
April Fools
April Fool’s Day is celebrated as a day of jokes and trickery on April 1 in Ukraine.
Observance
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Orthodox Easter Day (Suspended)
Easter is both a religious and a national holiday in Ukraine. The Easter date is based on the Orthodox Christian church’s calendar.
Suspended National Holiday
May
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Labor Day (Suspended)
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
Suspended National Holiday
Thu
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Victory Day (Suspended)
Victory Day in Ukraine is celebrated as a public holiday on May 8 to commemorate the defeat of the Nazis in the Second World War.
Suspended National Holiday
Fri
Friday, May 9, 2025
Europe Day
Europe Day is observed in Ukraine on the third weekend in May.
Observance
Sun
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Mother's Day
Mother’s Day is observed in Ukraine on the second Sunday in May each year.
Observance
Thu
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Family Day
Family Day is an observance celebrated in Ukraine on July 8 each year.
Observance
Sun
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Kyiv Day
Kyiv Day is observed in Ukraine’s capital city, Kyiv (also known as Kiev), on the last weekend in May.
Observance
June
Sun
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Children's Day
Children's Day is a observance in Ukraine
Observance
Fri
Friday, June 6, 2025
Journalists' Day
Journalists' Day is a observance in Ukraine
Observance
Sat
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Qurban Bayram
Eid al-Adha (Id ul-Adha) is an Islamic festival falling on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijja (Thou al-Hijja) to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son.
Muslim
Sun
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Orthodox Pentecost (Suspended)
Holy Trinity Day, or Triytsya in Ukrainian, is celebrated widely in Ukraine and is a day off work for Ukrainians.
Suspended National Holiday
Sun
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Fathers' Day
Father’s Day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting on different dates worldwide.
Observance
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Ukraine (Kyiv)
Season
Sun
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Day of Mourning and Commemoration of War Victims
Day of Mourning and Commemoration of War Victims is a observance in Ukraine
Observance
Sat
Saturday, June 28, 2025
Constitution Day (Suspended)
Ukraine’s Constitution Day is a public holiday on June 28 to celebrate the country’s constitution.
Suspended National Holiday
Mon
Monday, June 30, 2025
Constitution Day (Suspended) observed
Ukraine’s Constitution Day is a public holiday on June 28 to celebrate the country’s constitution.
Suspended National Holiday
July
Sun
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Navy Day
Navy Day is a national Ukrainian observance that is celebrated on the last Sunday in July each year.
Observance
Sun
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Kupala Night
Kupala Night is celebrated in Ukraine on July 7 each year.
Observance
Tue
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Ukrainian Statehood Day
Ukrainian Statehood Day is a suspended national holiday in Ukraine
Suspended National Holiday
Mon
Monday, July 28, 2025
Baptism of Kyivan Rus
Baptism of Kyivan Rus is a observance in Ukraine
Observance
August
Sun
Sunday, August 24, 2025
Independence Day (Suspended)
Ukraine’s Independence Day is annually celebrated on August 24 to mark the anniversary of the country’s declaration of independence in 1991.
Suspended National Holiday
Mon
Monday, August 25, 2025
Independence Day (Suspended) observed
Ukraine’s Independence Day is annually celebrated on August 24 to mark the anniversary of the country’s declaration of independence in 1991.
Suspended National Holiday
September
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Ukraine (Kyiv)
Season
October
Wed
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Day of Defenders and Defenders of Ukraine (Suspended)
Day of Defenders and Defenders of Ukraine is a national Ukrainian holiday that celebrates local heroes and supports nationalism.
Suspended National Holiday
Sun
Sunday, October 26, 2025
Daylight Saving Time ends
Daylight Saving Time ends in Ukraine
Clock change/Daylight Saving Time
Tue
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Day of Liberation of Ukraine from Fascist Invaders
Day of Liberation of Ukraine from Fascist Invaders is a observance in Ukraine
Observance
November
Sun
Sunday, November 9, 2025
Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day
Many Ukrainians celebrate Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day on the third Sunday in May.
Observance
Fri
Friday, November 21, 2025
Dignity and Freedom Day
Dignity and Freedom Day is a national Ukrainian holiday that celebrates the country's dignity and freedom.
Observance
December
Sat
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Army Day
Army Day in Ukraine is a special annual observance dedicated to the nation’s armed forces on December 6.
Observance
Sat
Saturday, December 6, 2025
St. Nicholas Day
St. Nicholas Day is a observance and Orthodox holiday in Ukraine
Orthodox
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Ukraine (Kyiv)
Season
Thu
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Christmas Day
Suspended National Holiday

Understanding Ukraine Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Ukraine

Ukraine celebrates a unique blend of cultural, religious, and national holidays throughout the year. The holiday calendar reflects the nation's rich heritage and diverse traditions.

Major Holidays in Ukraine

New Year's Day (Suspended)

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

New Year’s Day is annually celebrated as a day off work in the Ukraine on January 1, marking the start of the New Year.

Suspended National Holiday

Orthodox Easter Day (Suspended)

Sunday, April 20, 2025

Easter is both a religious and a national holiday in Ukraine. The Easter date is based on the Orthodox Christian church’s calendar.

Suspended National Holiday

Independence Day (Suspended)

Sunday, August 24, 2025

Ukraine’s Independence Day is annually celebrated on August 24 to mark the anniversary of the country’s declaration of independence in 1991.

Suspended National Holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Ukraine observes 42 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Ukraine's 42 official holidays reflect the nation's orthodox-ukrainian heritage and cossack traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Ukraine carefully around major holidays when offices close and transportation becomes congested. Check regional variations as holiday observance may differ across provinces or states.

Cultural Traditions

Ukraine's holiday traditions emphasize family gatherings, traditional foods, and community celebrations. Many holidays involve multi-day festivities with distinct customs for each day.

Timezone Coordination Tips

Ukraine observes Central European Time and switches to daylight saving time. Coordinate holiday schedules with EU partners as many holidays are shared. Note that Orthodox Christian countries may celebrate some holidays on different dates.

Why Check Ukraine Public Holidays?

  • Plan business meetings and avoid scheduling conflicts during bank closures
  • Coordinate with remote teams and international colleagues across time zones
  • Book travel and accommodations around peak holiday periods for better rates
  • Respect cultural and religious observances important to local communities
  • Optimize project timelines and deadlines accounting for reduced business days
  • Anticipate supply chain and logistics disruptions during major holidays

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Stay Perfectly Synchronized

Our holiday calendar for Ukraine is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Ukraine timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Ukraine and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.