November 20, 2025 has become a special date for Ukrainians. Today, Ukraine officially celebrates the updated Children's Day for the first time, which was moved from June 1 to November to synchronize it with the International Children's Day established by the UN. President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a corresponding decree.
In addition to the state event, the date is also full of other international and religious holidays, and folk signs call for peace and prohibit displays of anger.
What holiday is today in Ukraine?
From now on, every year on November 20, Ukraine celebrates Children's Day. It is on this date that the world community honors children's rights and reminds of the need to protect the youngest citizens. Now the Ukrainian holiday has been officially moved to the same day as the international one, so boys and girls should be congratulated on November 20.
Also on this day, according to the new style, Archbishop Proclus of Constantinople and Saint Gregory the Decapolis are honored.
According to the old church calendar, November 20 is the day of the righteous Theodotus of Ancyra, the patron saint of creativity and manual labor.
Holidays on November 20 around the world
At the international level, this date is also rich in events:
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International Children's Day is the main children's holiday celebrated by the UN.
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African Industrialization Day is a reminder of the continent's economic development.
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World Philosophy Day is a celebration of science that forms the foundations of morality and social thinking.
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World No Smoking Day,
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Guinness World Records Day,
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Pediatrician's Day,
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Transphobia Remembrance Day.
Folk omens for November 20
In ancient times, it was believed that the first stable frosts were established by this date. Folk omens say:
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ice portends long frosts;
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the first snow is a sign of the end of warmth;
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the appearance of bullfinches - the final establishment of winter;
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Morning fog - to warming.
According to legend, November 20 is favorable for cleaning and getting rid of unnecessary things. Previously, it was believed that things washed and dried on this day would bring health. The date was also considered auspicious for purchases - new things would last a long time.
Traditions and prohibitions of the day
Since the date is associated with the veneration of Saint Proclus, in the Orthodox tradition, people pray on this day for reconciliation in the family and the resolution of long-standing conflicts.
Today you should not quarrel, show anger, shout, lie, and overload yourself with work. Folk customs also advise you to refrain from needlework - otherwise the products will turn out unsuccessful.
