Teacher’s Day in Ukraine is celebrated on the first Sunday in October each year. This observance is held in appreciation of teachers and other workers in the education sector across the country.
Is Teacher's Day a Public Holiday?
Teacher's Day is not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday, October 3, 2021 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in Ukraine.
Teachers play an important role in many students' lives.
Many Ukrainians celebrate Teacher’s Day with a range of activities, such as concerts, presentation of flower bouquets, and public speeches addressed in recognition of teachers and educational workers.
Public Life
Teacher’s Day is an observance and not a national public holiday in Ukraine.
Background
In 1994, the Ukrainian president declared Teachers’ Day as a professional holiday to thank workers in Ukraine’s education sector. The day had been set to be annually celebrated on the first Sunday in October. Many other countries celebrate World Teachers’ Day, which is also held in early October.
Symbols
Many teachers receive flowers as a symbol of appreciation for their achievements.
Teacher's Day Observances
Year
Weekday
Date
Name
Holiday Type
2016
Sun
Oct 2
Teacher's Day
Observance
2017
Sun
Oct 1
Teacher's Day
Observance
2018
Sun
Oct 7
Teacher's Day
Observance
2019
Sun
Oct 6
Teacher's Day
Observance
2020
Sun
Oct 4
Teacher's Day
Observance
2021
Sun
Oct 3
Teacher's Day
Observance
2022
Sun
Oct 2
Teacher's Day
Observance
2023
Sun
Oct 1
Teacher's Day
Observance
2024
Sun
Oct 6
Teacher's Day
Observance
2025
Sun
Oct 5
Teacher's Day
Observance
2026
Sun
Oct 4
Teacher's Day
Observance
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