Holiday Calendar
Ukraine Public Holidays 2026
Official national and public holidays for Ukraine in 2026.
Ukraine is a country of extraordinary breadth — geographically, historically, and culturally. Stretching across the eastern edge of Europe, it encompasses sun-scorched Black Sea coastlines, the ancient limestone canyons of Podolia, the densely forested Carpathian Mountains, and the vast, fertile steppes that once made it the breadbasket of an empire. Before the devastating full-scale Russian invasion that began in February…
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11
Next Holiday
Pentecost
Days Until Next
10
Year
2026
| Date | Local Name | English Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
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Jan 1, 2026
Thursday
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Новий Рік | New Year's Day | Public |
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Mar 8, 2026
Sunday
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Міжнародний жіночий день | International Women's Day | Public |
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Apr 12, 2026
Sunday
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Великдень | Easter Sunday | Public |
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May 1, 2026
Friday
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День праці | International Workers' Day | Public |
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May 8, 2026
Friday
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День перемоги над нацизмом у Другій світовій війні | Victory day over Nazism in World War II | Public |
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May 31, 2026
Sunday
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Трійця | Pentecost | Public |
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Jun 28, 2026
Sunday
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День Конституції | Constitution Day | Public |
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Jul 15, 2026
Wednesday
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День Української Державності | Statehood Day | Public |
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Aug 24, 2026
Monday
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День Незалежності | Independence Day | Public |
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Oct 1, 2026
Thursday
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День захисників і захисниць України | Defender of Ukraine Day | Public |
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Dec 25, 2026
Friday
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Різдво Христове | Christmas Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Ukraine have in 2026?
Ukraine has 11 public holidays in 2026.
What is the next public holiday in Ukraine?
The next public holiday in Ukraine is Pentecost on May 31, 2026.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Ukraine?
Yes, banks and government offices are typically closed on national public holidays in Ukraine. ATMs remain accessible.
Do shops open on public holidays in Ukraine?
This varies. In major cities, shops may remain open on some holidays, while smaller towns and rural areas often close on national public holidays in Ukraine.
Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Ukraine?
Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Ukraine in 2026.
Are public holidays paid days off in Ukraine?
In Ukraine, national public holidays are generally considered paid days off for employees. Specific rules may vary by employment contract and sector.
Are there long weekends in Ukraine in 2026?
Long weekends occur when a public holiday falls on a Friday or Monday. Check the holiday calendar above to identify these dates in Ukraine for 2026.
Do public holidays in Ukraine affect travel and transport?
Yes. On major public holidays in Ukraine, public transport may run on reduced schedules and many businesses may be closed or operate reduced hours.