Christmas Day (Orthodox) in Ukraine (2018)
**Christmas Day (Orthodox) in Ukraine was celebrated on January 7, 2018**, known locally as *Різдво* and observed nationwide.
Date
2018-01-07
2018-01-07
Local name
Різдво
Різдво
Country
Ukraine
Ukraine
Year
2018
2018
Frequently asked questions
**Why was the date January 7?**?
Ukraine follows the Julian calendar for Orthodox Christmas, which differs from the Gregorian calendar used in most Western countries.
**How was it celebrated?**?
The holiday was marked with religious services, family gatherings, and traditional meals like *kutia* and *12-dish feasts*.