All the holidays have changed their dates. Christmas began to celebrate on January 7, Epiphany January But the New Year came out much more interesting. The celebration of the New Year in Ukraine differs little from the celebration of this day in the world. In all cities, the main square is decorated with Christmas trees. Ukrainians to buy alive or artificial firtrees for the house. This holiday is especially joyful for children, as during two weeks from New Year to the Old New Year there are children's entertainment events.
Besides, the main intrigue of the New Year is the gifts from Santa Claus. The Old New Year falls in the winter in Ukraine so many families celebrate the week with fun outdoor activities suited for the cold climate. While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary.
If you find an error, please let us know. According to tradition, it is lucky for the first person to enter each room in a house to be a man or a boy. Once the man or boy has entered the room, he throws buckwheat or grain onto the floor and recites a rhyme wishing good luck and happiness for the upcoming year. Then as thanks, the men or boys get small gifts such as candies or UAH 1 bills. The last part of this tradition is that you may not clean up the buckwheat grains until the next day, or else you will sweep away your good luck.
Malanka used to be popular female name in Ukraine same as Melany or Melanie. Children in the Ukraine receive gifts from Ded Moroz , which is a similar character to the modern day Santa Claus.
Many people prepare dinners and arrange parties to celebrate the New Year. As Ukraine approaches the New Year, many people raise a toast to drink to the New Year and as they enter the New Year, they congratulate each other.
Fireworks are also lit to celebrate January 1. If a holiday falls on a weekend, the Monday after the weekend is a day off for many people.
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