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    Holiday Traditions of Sending Gifts to Ukraine




    April (first week after the spring equinox)
    Easter (Velykden)
    May 1-2
    Labor Day (Den Solidarnosti Trudyaschih)
    May 9
    Victory Day (Den Peremogi)
    May 2nd Sunday
    Mother's Day (Den Materi)
    June 1
    International Child's Protection Day (Den Zahisty ditei)
    June 6
    Ivan Kupala Day (Den Ivana Kupala)
    June 24
    Youth Day (Den Molodi)
    August 24
    Independence Day (Den Nezalezhnosti)
    September 1
    The Day of Knowledge (Den Znan')
    December 19
    St. Nikola's Day (Den Svyatogo Mikolaya)
    January 1
    New Year's Day (Novyi Rik)
    January 7
    Christmas Day (Rizdvo)
    January 22
    Ukrainian Unity Day (Den Sobornosti)
    January 25
    Student's Day/Tatyana's Day (Den Studentov)
    February 14
    Valentine's Day (Valentiniv Den)
    February 23
    Men's Day (Den Zahisnika Vytchizni)
    March 8
    International Women's Day (Mizhnarodniy Dzinochiy Den)

    There are wonderful gift giving traditions in every part of the world. People of different nationalities have been taking pleasure in gifting and receiving gifts since time immemorial and have always paid much attention to gift giving customs.

    One would be hard pressed to find another place that as rich in traditions and national holidays as Ukraine. Unlike in some other countries, most of the holidays in Ukraine have been enjoyed there for centuries, and they are observed with long-standing traditions and customs which are followed as part of the celebrations.

    Ukrainians have a generous and simple nature, so your attention and thoughtfulness is something they'll value more than any gift. Well-known as first-rate gourmands and family-oriented folk, your Ukrainian recipients are sure to be delighted to receive a fine Gourmet Basket they can share with the family on holidays such as Christmas, New Year's, Easter, Ukrainian Unity Day, Victory Day, or on Birthdays. A healthy, vitamin-packed Fruit Basket is also a perfect selection for both close relations and business associates. On the other hand, dainty Chocolate Basket to Ukraine is a less neutral gift that, depending on the design, can be intended for children or your sweetheart as a romantic gift on Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Women's Day, Student's Day, or a Birthday.

    Wine or Champagne Gifts, Tea Gift Baskets, or Coffee Gift Baskets supplemented with snacks, nuts, crackers, cheese, or sweets are typical choices for men to give to friends, relatives, seniors, colleagues, business associates, or even the boss to say "Thank you!" or "Congratulations!" on Men's Day or Victory Day. Giving flowers to men is not so typical in Ukraine and this custom is mainly observed in the form of formal gifts or gifts for seniors on Victory Day or Men's Day.

    Unlike the men, Ukrainian women adore Flowers and are always looking forward to getting a dazzling flower arrangement regardless of the occasion. A beautifully decorated Flower Basket to Ukraine is also a longed-for gift for such special times as weddings, birthdays, Student's Day, Women's Day, Mother's Day, The Day of Knowledge, or Valentine's Day.

    With so many opportunities to celebrate, commemorate, aggregate it can be difficult to keep up with the perfect gift for every occasion, but gift delivery to the Ukraine has never been easier. Now, when you're ready to send gifts to the Ukraine, GiftBasketsOverseas.com makes it easy to wade through the holiday confusion and send the gift that says just how you feel. No matter the day, no matter the hour representatives are waiting to help you send a gift to someone you love in the Ukraine 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Make sure to take a look at our Ukraine gift catalog where you're sure to find exactly what you're looking for no matter who you're looking for.


    Most Celebrated National Holidays in Ukraine


    April (first week after the spring equinox) - Easter (Velykden)
    Easter in Ukraine, the main Christian Orthodox Holiday, is celebrated two weeks following the Catholic Easter. Its date varies from year to year and fully depends on the Church calendar. Before and during Easter, Ukrainians buy or bake special Easter cakes and paint eggs (Pysanka). On Easter night people attend churches and spend the night observing religious services. The following day begins with a big family feast with plenty of special dishes and the exchanging of Easter gifts.
    Gift Suggestions for Easter in Ukraine : Flowers, Fruit Baskets, Gourmet Gift Baskets, Spirits, Sweet Gourmet Gifts, Wine Gift Baskets, Tea Coffee Gifts
    May 1-2 - Labor Day (Den Solidarnosti Trudyaschih)
    Labor Day in Ukraine is traditionally the holiday that celebrates spring's gentle parting and the promise of summer. During the Industrialization of the 19th Century, it turned into the International Worker's Day. Now, many different groups of people pay tribute to the memory of all oppressed workers on the 1st of May.
    May 9 - Victory Day (Den Peremogi)
    Victory Day in Ukraine is an important holiday that glorifies those who gave their lives fighting for the peace and freedom of their Motherland. Veterans gather together remembering those who perished. On this day one can see a lot of people with flowers, especially veterans and seniors.
    Gift Suggestions for Victory Day in Ukraine : Flowers, Fruit Baskets, Gourmet Gift Baskets, Spirits, Wine Gift Baskets
    May 2nd Sunday - Mother's Day (Den Materi)
    Mother's Day is an annual holiday that recognizes mothers, motherhood and maternal bonds in general, as well the positive contributions that they make to society. For millions of mothers across the world and also in Ukraine, it is a time of breakfast in bed, family gatherings, gifts and crayon scribbled 'I Love Yous'
    Gift Suggestions for Mother's Day in Ukraine : Flowers, Fruit Baskets, Gourmet Gift Baskets, Sweet Gourmet Gifts, Wine Gift Baskets, SPA Gifts, Champagne Gifts, Chocolate Gift Baskets
    June 1 - International Child's Protection Day (Den Zahisty ditei)
    Child's Protection Day in Ukraine is totally devoted to children, the future of the mankind. Children are humored in different ways and given gifts. A lot of concerts, shows, and games are held on this day too.
    Gift Suggestions for International Child's Protection Day in Ukraine : Fruit Baskets, Sweet Gourmet Gifts, Cookies Gifts
    June 6 - Ivan Kupala Day (Den Ivana Kupala)
    Ivan Kupala Day is one of the liveliest and most enigmatic holidays in Ukraine, celebrated in honor of "Dazhbog" ("God of the Sun") at the time of summer solstice. This holiday originated a long time ago, and it is filled with plenty of various rituals.
    June 24 - Youth Day (Den Molodi)
    On the Youth Day in Ukraine youth is celebrated all around the country with a lot of fun, fireworks, and concerts.
    August 24 - Independence Day (Den Nezalezhnosti)
    Independence Day is one of the biggest state holidays in Ukraine. It has been celebrated since 1990 when the "Declaration of Sovereignty" of Ukraine was adopted. Grand fireworks and amusing concerts are held on this day in the capital and the rest of the country.
    September 1 - The Day of Knowledge (Den Znan')
    The Day of Knowledge is an important Ukrainian holiday. Also called the "Day of Open Doors," it is celebrated at schools, colleges, and universities at the time when all pupils and students go back to their studies after summer holidays. On the 1st of September one can see many smartly dressed students in the streets carrying flowers.
    Gift Suggestions for The Day of Knowledge in Ukraine : Flowers, Sweet Gourmet Gifts, Tea Coffee Gifts, Cookies Gifts, Chocolate Gift Baskets
    December 19 - St. Nikola's Day (Den Svyatogo Mikolaya)
    Den Svyatogo Mikolaya is the first holiday in the chain of winter celebrations in Ukraine. Those children who behaved during the year will receive a gift from St. Nicola on this day. The gifts are often placed by parents and relatives into symbolic shoes or stockings.
    Gift Suggestions for St. Nikola's Day in Ukraine : Sweet Gourmet Gifts, Cookies Gifts, Chocolate Gift Baskets
    January 1 - New Year's Day (Novyi Rik)
    New Year's Day is one of Ukraine's favorite holidays. On Christmas Eve, Ukrainians exchange gifts, and children receive their presents under the New Year Tree on the morning of January 1. The week before New Year's is a time for shopping, parties at work, decorating fir-trees, and cooking special meals. The main folk heroes of this holiday are Father Frost (Did Moroz) and his grand-daughter "Sniguron'ka" (The Snow Girl). The tradition of predicting fortunes on this night is very popular among young people.
    Gift Suggestions for New Year's Day in Ukraine : Corporate Gifts, Flowers, Fruit Baskets, Gourmet Gift Baskets, Electronics, Spirits, Sweet Gourmet Gifts, Wine Gift Baskets, Champagne Gifts
    January 7 - Christmas Day (Rizdvo)
    Christmas Eve in Ukraine is called "Sviata Vecheria" (Holy Supper). On this holiday, it is customary to decorate the dinner table with two tablecloths; one symbolizes the living members of the family while the other symbolizes family members who have died. Traditionally families place hay under the tablecloths to symbolize the manger of Bethlehem where Christ was born. The meal served for the Holy Supper is Lenten and meatless, but festive. People usually cook plenty of tasty foods for this evening and there should be at least 12 different dishes on the table. According to another custom people sing "Kolyadky," Ukrainian Christmas Carols. This old tradition of caroling is carried on by groups of young people and members of organizations and churches who visit homes to collect donations, fruit, and sweets.
    Gift Suggestions for Christmas Day in Ukraine : Corporate Gifts, Electronics, Flowers, Fruit Baskets, Gourmet Gift Baskets, Spirits, Sweet Gourmet Gifts, Wine Gift Baskets, Tea Coffee Gifts, SPA Gifts
    January 22 - Ukrainian Unity Day (Den Sobornosti)
    Den Sobornosti is a holiday of the utmost historical importance in Ukraine that dates back to the time when Eastern and Western Ukraine were united. Ukrainians remember that on this date in 1919, Ukrainian lands formerly belonging to the Russian and Austro-Hungarian Empires were officially united as a result of the "Treaty of Unity". This holiday, "Den Sobornosti," symbolizes Ukraine's statehood as well as its unity both as a political entity and as a people.
    Gift Suggestions for Ukrainian Unity Day in Ukraine : Flowers, Gourmet Gift Baskets, Spirits, Sweet Gourmet Gifts, Wine Gift Baskets
    January 25 - Student's Day/Tatyana's Day (Den Studentov)
    Tatyana's Day is a cheerful holiday that commemorates the most joyous and carefree years in the life of every student. On this day people remember their former classmates, fellow students, and teachers and arrange alumni reunions.
    Gift Suggestions for Student's Day/Tatyana's Day in Ukraine : Flowers, Fruit Baskets, Spirits, Sweet Gourmet Gifts, Wine Gift Baskets, Beer Gift Baskets, Cookies Gifts
    February 14 - Valentine's Day (Valentiniv Den)
    Like in many other countries Valentine's Day in Ukraine was imported from the USA about 20 years ago and quickly gained popularity, especially among young people who adopted the western way of celebrating the holiday.
    Gift Suggestions for Valentine's Day in Ukraine : Flowers, Champagne Gifts, Fruit Baskets, Electronics, Gourmet Gift Baskets, Sweet Gourmet Gifts, Wine Gift Baskets, SPA Gifts
    February 23 - Men's Day (Den Zahisnika Vytchizni)
    Men's Day in Ukraine is observed to offer respect and gratitude to soldiers and military personnel who courageously risked their lives in defense of their homeland. Currently, Men's Day is perceived as the opposite of Women's Day, so all men and boys reap the benefits of receiving special gifts, touching cards, and heartfelt greetings for this holiday.
    Gift Suggestions for Men's Day in Ukraine : Gourmet Gift Baskets, Spirits, Sweet Gourmet Gifts, Wine Gift Baskets, Tea Coffee Gifts, Beer Gift Baskets
    March 8 - International Women's Day (Mizhnarodniy Dzinochiy Den)
    International Women's Day in Ukraine is the first holiday of spring. It is celebrated to commemorate March, 8 1897, a monumental day in the struggle for women's rights when female laborers came together in New York to demand equal salaries and satisfactory working conditions. Over time, Women's Day has lost its original political thrust. At present, this holiday is devoted to all women. Unlike on Mother's Day every woman, including mothers, grandmothers, lovers, sisters, daughters, wives, and female friends expect to receive Women's Day gifts and flowers.
    Gift Suggestions for International Women's Day in Ukraine : Flowers, Fruit Baskets, Electronics, Gourmet Gift Baskets, Sweet Gourmet Gifts, Wine Gift Baskets, SPA Gifts, Champagne Gifts



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