when does ukraine celebrate christmas

Ukraine typically celebrates Christmas on January 7th, which is the date that corresponds to December 25th in the Gregorian calendar. In Ukraine, Christmas is a major holiday that is celebrated with many traditional customs and activities. On Christmas Eve, families gather together for a festive meal, which usually includes dishes such as kutya (a type of porridge made with grains, honey, poppy seeds, and nuts), borscht (a type of beet soup), and pirozhki (savory or sweet pastries). After dinner, families attend church services or sing carols at home.