St. Nicholas Day 2024 – date, what not to do – UNIAN
The date of St. Nicholas Day will change due to the transition to the New Julian calendar.
St. Nicholas Day is a favorite winter holiday of Ukrainian children and even many adults. On this celebration, the church honors the memory of Nicholas the Wonderworker, who during his lifetime became famous for his generosity and good deeds. And boys and girls find gifts from the good saint under their pillows.
In 2023, the Orthodox Church of Ukraine switched to the modern New Julian calendar. The dates of church celebrations have moved back 13 days. We told you when St. Nicholas will come in the new style and what is strictly forbidden to do on the holiday.
When is St. Nicholas Day 2024
St. Nicholas Day 2024 is celebrated according to the new style December 6. After the transition to the New Julian calendar, it is on this date that children annually…