New Year's Day
Public holiday (a working day under martial law) in Ukraine · Новий рік
Dates
| Year | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Sunday 1 January 2023 | Working day |
| 2024 | Monday 1 January 2024 | Working day |
| 2025 | Wednesday 1 January 2025 | Working day |
| 2026 | Thursday 1 January 2026 | Working day |
| 2027 | Friday 1 January 2027 | Working day |
| 2028 | Saturday 1 January 2028 | Working day |
| 2029 | Monday 1 January 2029 | Working day |
Where it applies
Some regions only.
Is it a day off?
No. Under martial law, public holidays in Ukraine are working days: offices, schools and businesses keep their normal hours, and it is not counted in the long weekends on this site.
Forecast for Friday 1 January in Kyiv: (MET Norway)
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day on 1 January marks the start of the year in the Gregorian calendar, which is used for civil purposes in most of the world. The custom of beginning the year on 1 January goes back to the Roman calendar, and it became widespread in Europe in the centuries after the Gregorian reform of 1582. Today it is a public holiday in a large number of countries.
Traditions
The day usually follows late-night celebrations on New Year's Eve, so it tends to be quiet and spent with family or friends. Many people make resolutions for the year ahead, exchange greetings, and share a festive meal. Some places hold concerts, parades or traditional swims, and in many cultures particular foods are eaten for good luck.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
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