July 2026 Holiday Schedule Announced for Ukraine

Work and Rest Days Calendar for July 2026

According to Главком: July 2026 will bring 31 calendar days to Ukraine, with 23 designated for work and 8 for rest. No additional days off are scheduled due to the ongoing martial law in the country.

The distribution of working and non-working days is as follows:

• Workdays will fall on July 1–3, 6–10, 13–17, 20–24, and 27–31.
• Days off will occur on July 4–5, 11–12, 18–19, and 25–26.

State and Professional Holidays

Several important state, military, and professional observances are planned for July. These include:

• July 1 - Architecture Day of Ukraine
• July 2 - Tax Officer Day of Ukraine
• July 3 - Army Aviation Day of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
• July 4 - National Police Day of Ukraine
• Forensic Expert Day
• Day of Maritime and River Fleet Workers

July 15 will be marked as Ukrainian Statehood Day, the Day of the Baptism of Kyivan Rus-Ukraine, and Ukrainian Peacekeepers Day. Other professional holidays include:

• July 7 - Day of the Nature Reserve Worker
• July 12 - Fisherman's Day
• July 16 - Accountant and Auditor Day
• July 19 - Coach's Day
• Day of Metallurgical and Mining Industry Workers

Notable international dates in July include:

• July 11 - World Population Day
• July 20 - International Chess Day
• July 28 - World Hepatitis Day
• July 30 - International Day of Friendship and World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

This month also features significant religious observances, such as:

• July 10 - Commemoration of deceased medical workers
• July 11 - Feast of Saint Olga, Equal-to-the-Apostles
• July 13 - Synaxis of the Archangel Gabriel
• July 15 - Feast of Saint Vladimir the Great, Equal-to-the-Apostles
• July 20 - Feast of the Prophet Elijah

Additionally, July 10–11 will honor the memory of the victims of the Volyn tragedy, while July 28 will remember the Defenders of Ukraine, members of volunteer formations, and civilians who lost their lives due to hostilities.

Overall, July 2026 promises to be a month rich with events, significant holidays, and memorial dates that reflect the importance of this period for Ukrainian society.

July 2026 will be a pivotal month for Ukrainians, featuring not only a range of professional celebrations but also memorial dates that highlight the nation's historical and cultural heritage. The constraints imposed by martial law affect daily routines, yet these holidays can serve as key moments for unity and patriotism among the population.

As July 2026 approaches, it's essential to also be aware of the significant religious events taking place during the month. The released religious calendar by the Orthodox Church of Ukraine highlights important observances that may complement your plans for the month. Understanding these dates can enhance your appreciation of the cultural and spiritual landscape during this period.