What is celebrated on June 12 in Ukraine and the world 13 June 2026
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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.
This day is extremely interesting, as in 2026 it falls on a whole series of global "movable" holidays celebrated specifically on the second Saturday of June, as well as an important UN day in support of human rights, UNN reports.
International Albinism Awareness Day
An important official UN date. The purpose of the day is to stop discrimination, bullying, and violent persecution of people with albinism (especially in African countries), as well as to dispel myths surrounding this genetic feature, which consists of the absence of melanin pigment.
World Wide Knit in Public Day
This unusual creative holiday is always celebrated on the second Saturday of June. On this day, crafters from all over the world gather in parks, cafes, or squares with their knitting needles and crochet hooks to combine their favorite hobby with socializing and to show that knitting is modern and fun.
Global Wellness Day:
Another holiday of the second Saturday of June. It takes place under the slogan "One day can change your life" and calls on people to pause, give up bad habits, go for a walk, meditate, and think about their physical and mental health.
World Gin Day
Traditionally celebrated on the second Saturday of June. This holiday brings together connoisseurs of this juniper beverage and bartenders who create classic cocktails based on it.
Sewing Machine Day
An unofficial holiday for inventors and tailors. It was in mid-June 1790 that Englishman Thomas Saint received the first patent for a sewing machine design, which subsequently revolutionized clothing production.
Weed Your Garden Day
An ideal humorous (but very practical) holiday for a Saturday. It calls on gardeners and summer residents to arm themselves with a hoe and free their garden beds from weeds.
International Axe Throwing Day
A holiday dedicated to sport axe throwing, which has become a very popular type of active recreation in recent years.
Saturday of the Apostles' Fast (Petrivka)
The first week of the summer fast continues. Since it is Saturday, the church charter provides for a significant relaxation: believers are allowed to consume fish dishes, hot food with vegetable oil, and a little wine.
Memorial Day of the Holy Martyr Aquilina (Kylyna)
According to the new (Revised Julian) calendar, this day honors the young Christian Aquilina, who lived in the 3rd century and suffered for her faith during the persecutions of Emperor Diocletian. In folk tradition, this day was often called "Kylyna the Buckwheat-Sower," as buckwheat was traditionally sown at this time.
Memorial Day of Saint Tryphillius, Bishop of Leucosia, Cyprus
Also, according to the new style, a prominent defender of Christianity against the Arian heresy, who lived in the 4th century, is remembered.