January 10, 2026: What Holidays and Commemorative Dates Will Be Celebrated in Ukraine.

According to ТСН: January 10, 2026, is Saturday. The 1416th day of the war in Ukraine.

What Holidays Are Celebrated on January 10

On January 10, believers celebrate The Day of the Memory of the Martyrs of Pratulin. In 1874, the imperial Russian troops killed 13 Greek Catholics from the village of Pratulin (now Poland) who fought for their church and remained in unity with Rome, refusing to join the Russian Orthodox Church. These martyrs became a symbol of faithfulness to faith, spiritual courage, and resistance to violent Russification.

In 1996, they were proclaimed blessed by Pope John Paul II.

Also, on January 10, we honor The Day of the Memory of Saint Gregory of Nyssa. He was one of the Cappadocian Fathers of the Church, the younger brother of Saint Basil the Great. Gregory was the bishop of the city of Nyssa, an outstanding theologian and philosopher. He developed the doctrine of the Holy Trinity, human spiritual growth, and deification, combining Christian faith with ancient philosophy. The Church honors him as a teacher of mystical depth, theological subtlety, and spiritual wisdom.

On January 10, both in Ukraine and around the world, we celebrate World Metro Day. This date is chosen in memory of the opening of the world's first metro line in London in 1863. This holiday emphasizes the role of the metro as a fast, safe, and environmentally friendly mode of public transport, which daily provides mobility to millions of people in major cities around the world. It also draws attention to urban infrastructure development and sustainable transport.

Furthermore, January 10 is celebrated as The Day of the Vision Board. This day, which annually falls on the second Saturday of January, inspires people to visually formulate and achieve their goals. The idea is that creating a vision board – a collage of images, words, quotes, photos, and symbols – helps to clearly see one’s dreams, focuses attention on them, and motivates movement towards results. This tool is often used for personal planning and the development of life goals.

Also, January 10 is recognized as The Day of Reducing Electricity Expenses. This day reminds us of the importance of energy saving, rational resource consumption, and reducing the load on the environment and family budget. It encourages simple actions: turning off lights and devices when not needed, using energy-efficient appliances, and switching to LED bulbs. The day emphasizes that even minor actions can have a significant overall effect.

Additionally, January 10 is celebrated as The Day of Honoring Houseplants. This holiday reminds us of the importance of houseplants in our lives: they purify the air, enhance mood, create comfort at home, and help us relax. On this day, it is advisable to especially care for plants: water them, fertilize, repot, and clean their leaves. The holiday also encourages us to pay more attention to nature and develop ecological awareness even in apartment conditions.

Finally, January 10 is recognized as The Day of Dark Chocolate. This holiday is dedicated to one of the most popular types of chocolate — dark chocolate, which contains a lot of cocoa and very little sugar. The aim of the day is to enjoy the rich taste of dark chocolate, appreciate its health benefits (improved mood, concentration, and cardiovascular health), and discover new varieties and recipes. On this day, it is recommended to savor chocolate mindfully, without haste, enjoying its aroma and texture.

The holidays on January 10 cover a wide range of themes – from spirituality and ecology to personal development and gastronomy. On these days, we remember the importance of not only honoring the memory of martyrs and significant saints but also our daily lives, ecological habits, and modern joys, such as honoring chocolate. These holidays remind us of the significance of both spiritual and material aspects of life, prompting reflections and actions for the good of ourselves and society.