Oleksandra Mesenko
On July 2, Ukraine celebrates Tax Officer Day and International Sports Journalist Day. The world also observes World UFO Day and Surprise Day.
July is rich in holidays that reflect Ukrainian identity, in particular the Day of Ukrainian Statehood on July 15. This month honors military sailors, police officers, medical workers and other professions.
In Ukraine, July 1 marks the Day of Architecture, the Day of the State Registrar, and the Day of the Investigator. Around the world, Canada Day, International Joke Day, and Reggae Day are celebrated.
June 30 marks International Asteroid Day, established by the UN in memory of the 1908 Tunguska meteorite. It is also the Synaxis of the Twelve Apostles according to the New Julian calendar of the OCU and UGCC.
According to the New Julian calendar, believers observe the Day of Remembrance of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul. Today also marks International Day of the Tropics and Camera Day.
On June 28, 1996, the Verkhovna Rada adopted the Constitution of Ukraine after nearly a day of debates. In the conditions of war, the holiday takes on a special meaning, as Ukrainians defend the rights and freedoms enshrined in the document.
June 27 marks Small Business Day, World Fisheries Day, and International Day of Deafblindness. Also commemorated is the memory of Saint Samson.
Ukraine celebrates the Day of the Crimean Tatar Flag, a symbol of resistance to occupation. This date also marks the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture and the fight against drugs.
In Ukraine, June 25 marks Customs Officer Day. Worldwide — Day of the Seafarer, World Vitiligo Day, Global Beatles Day, and Color TV Day.
On June 23, Ukraine celebrates State Service Day, and according to the new calendar, Kupala Night falls on this evening. The world celebrates International Olympic Day and Women in Engineering Day.
On June 22, Ukraine honors the memory of war victims due to the start of the German-Soviet phase of World War II in 1941. Also celebrated are Tropical Forests Day, Chocolate Eclair Day, and Onion Rings Day.
In Cavtat, archaeologists discovered a rare sealed sarcophagus from the 4th-6th centuries. The find, weighing five tons, was placed in a location open to the public.
June 21 marks the summer solstice - the longest day of the year. Also celebrated are Father's Day, International Yoga Day, and the Feast of Music.
June 20 marks World Refugee Day, established by the UN, and World Wi-Fi Day. It is also International Surfing Day and Vanilla Milkshake Day.
On June 18, Ukraine honors precinct police officers and observes Autistic Pride Day. The world celebrates International Sushi Day, International Picnic Day, and Sustainable Gastronomy Day.
The world marks the Day to Combat Desertification and Drought and Garbage Man Day. In the church calendar, the Apostles' Fast continues, and the memory of three Persian martyrs is honored.
The world marks World Sea Turtle Day, the Day of the African Child, and the literary Bloomsday. Believers honor Saint Tikhon and observe the Apostles' Fast.
June 15 marks Nature Photography Day, Global Wind Day, Magna Carta Day, and UN initiatives. Believers observe the Apostles' Fast and commemorate the Prophet Amos.
The world celebrates Blood Donor Day and Blogger Day, while Ukraine honors light industry workers. Believers commemorate the Prophet Elisha and Saint Methodius.
On the second Saturday of June, Gin Day, Knitting Day, and Health Day are observed. Additionally, the UN highlights the protection of the rights of people with albinism and the fight against discrimination.
Ukraine congratulates stock market workers, while the world fights against child labor. June 12 also marks Superman Day and the feast day of saints.
The world celebrates International Day of Play and Jaguar Day. Orthodox Christians honor the Apostles Bartholomew and Barnabas, with a relaxation of the rules for the Apostles' Fast.
June 9 marks the days of archives, accreditation, and the birth of Donald Duck. Believers honor Saint Cyril and continue to observe the Apostles' Fast.
On June 7, Ukraine and the world observe professional, environmental, and religious holidays. Specifically, Land Reclamation Worker's Day, World Food Safety Day, and All Saints' Sunday.
On June 6, Ukraine celebrates Journalist's Day, while Sweden celebrates its National Day. The world commemorates the D-Day landings in Normandy and promotes "green" roofs.
On June 5, the world marks World Environment Day and the International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing. Also celebrated are National Doughnut Day, Ketchup Day, and the feast days of various saints.
On June 4, Ukraine honors the children who died as a result of the Russian Federation's aggression. Globally, the world marks Anti-Caries Day, Corgi Day, and Cheese Day.
June 3 marks the days of the bicycle, cider, and the fight against clubfoot. The Church honors the memory of the Martyr Lucillian and other saints.
The world marks Republic Day in Italy and World Eating Disorders Action Day. In the church calendar, Trinity Week continues, and Saint Nicephorus is honored.
Ukraine has officially moved Children's Day to November. June 1 marks Global Day of Parents, World Milk Day, and the religious feast of the Holy Spirit.