Labor Day (Suspended)
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day is a national observance in Ukraine on the third Sunday in May each year to honor the contribution of cultural workers in Ukraine.
Is Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day a Public Holiday?
Even though Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day falls on Saturday, November 9, 2024, it is a working day. Most businesses follow regular opening hours in Ukraine.
A local artist decorates his crafts in Ukraine.
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What Do People Do?
Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day focuses on themes related to the revival of Ukrainian national culture and the development of folk art in Ukraine. Various cultural and educational activities and events are held on this day, including concerts and markets showcasing local art. Museums and art galleries may feature special themes centered on Ukrainian folk art and cultural contributions in Ukrainian history.
Public Life
Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day is an observance and not a public holiday in Ukraine.
Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Sat | Nov 9 | Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day | Observance |
| 2020 | Mon | Nov 9 | Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day | Observance |
| 2021 | Tue | Nov 9 | Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day | Observance |
| 2022 | Wed | Nov 9 | Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day | Observance |
| 2023 | Thu | Nov 9 | Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day | Observance |
| 2024 | Sat | Nov 9 | Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day | Observance |
| 2025 | Sun | Nov 9 | Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day | Observance |
| 2026 | Mon | Nov 9 | Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day | Observance |
| 2027 | Tue | Nov 9 | Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day | Observance |
| 2028 | Thu | Nov 9 | Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day | Observance |
| 2029 | Fri | Nov 9 | Cultural Workers and Folk Artists Day | Observance |
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.
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