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Important holidays await Ukrainians in August, both church and state. It is in August that Ukraine celebrates the anniversary of its independence. According to folk traditions, August is the month of the harvest, there are many folk holidays honoring the land, fruits and labor. Also in August is the feast of the First Immaculate Conception, which symbolically ends the church year.
Church and national holidays
August 1 - the feast of Macovia, Honey Savior
On August 1, the feast of Macovia or Honey Savior falls. It is on this day that beekeepers collect the first honey and carry it to the church to be consecrated on the day of the Savior.
Assumption fast begins on this day and lasts until August 14 inclusive. Before the new church calendar was adopted by Ukraine, the feast of Macovia was celebrated on August 14, and the fast lasted from August 14 to 27.
August 6 – Transfiguration of the Lord, Apple Savior
On August 6, the church celebrates the Transfiguration of the Lord - one of the 12 biggest holidays in the church year. On this day, baskets with the fruits of the harvest, honey, grain, ears of wheat and necessarily apples are brought to the church for consecration. According to popular belief, everyone should taste a piece of the consecrated apple. Previously, the holiday was celebrated on August 19.
August 9 - Saint Matthew's Day
August 9 is the feast of St. Matthew the Apostle. He was one of the 72 disciples of Jesus Christ. He was accepted among the apostles instead of Judas, already after the crucifixion of Jesus. Previously, the holiday was celebrated on August 22.
August 15 – Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Feast of the Assumption of the Most Holy Theotokos, or the First Most Holy, will be celebrated now, according to the new calendar, on August 15. The holiday honors the memory of the Virgin Mary, her transition to the eternal kingdom of heaven. This is one of the 12 most important church holidays, which concludes the Assumption fast and the church year. Previously, the holiday was celebrated on August 28.
August 26 is the Day of Martyrs Adrian and Natalia
August 26 is the day of Martyrs Adrian and Natalia. Saints Adrian and Natalia were married. Hadrian died a martyr's death, tortured for his Christian faith. Spouse love has become a symbol of love and family in the Christian faith. Previously, the holiday fell on September 8.
August 29 – Beheading of the Head of John the Baptist
The beheading of the Head of John the Baptist is a day of remembrance of the death of John the Forerunner. The people respect this holiday very much and observe a strict fast. Another popular name for this day is "Holovosiky". According to the Gregorian calendar, the holiday was celebrated on September 11.
State holidays
August 4 is the Day of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
The Day of the Armed Forces of the Armed Forces is celebrated every year on the first Sunday of August. This year, 2024, falls on August 4. The holiday aims to honor the work of the Air Force. The holiday is especially important now during the great full-scale war against Ukraine. Air Force personnel play a very important role in the defense of our country.
August 8 is the Day of Communications of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
The Day of Communications Troops is celebrated in Ukraine every year on August 8. The holiday marks the anniversary of the profession of military signalmen. It was on August 8, 1920 that the professional training of signalmen began in Kyiv.
August 23 – Day of the National Flag of Ukraine
Honoring the Flag of Ukraine, one of the symbols of Ukrainian statehood, is celebrated every year on August 23. The holiday was founded in 2004.
August 24 - Independence Day of Ukraine
On August 24, Ukraine celebrates Independence Day. The holiday was adopted in honor of the proclamation of the Act of Independence of Ukraine and separation from the USSR in 1991. This day represents the restoration of independent Ukraine as a separate, independent, sovereign state.
August 31 - Aviation Day of Ukraine
Every year, on the last Saturday of August, Ukraine celebrates the professional holiday of aviators, both civilian and military. All air transport and aviation industry workers celebrate this day. This year, 2024, the holiday falls on August 31.
