January 8, 2026: What holidays will be celebrated in Ukraine and around the world.

According to ТСН: January 8, 2026, is Thursday. The 1414th day of the war in Ukraine.

What holiday is tomorrow

Tomorrow, on January 8, believers celebrate the Day of Remembrance of Saint Emilianos. This Christian ascetic of the 9th century was a bishop in the town of Kyzik, in Asia Minor. He became famous for his unwavering fidelity to the Orthodox doctrine during the Iconoclast controversy. Due to his refusal to renounce the veneration of holy icons, Emilianos faced persecution: he was stripped of his episcopal throne, arrested, and exiled. Despite all suffering, he remained faithful to Christ until the end of his life.

On January 8, Ukraine and the world celebrate World Print Day. This professional holiday commemorates printing, the printing business, and the people engaged in the creation of printed products. The purpose of the holiday is to emphasize the importance of printing in the development of civilization: from Johannes Gutenberg's invention of book printing to modern digital and offset technologies. Thanks to printing, knowledge has become accessible, promoting education, science, culture, and freedom of speech.

Also, January 8 is celebrated as Earth's Rotation Day. This unofficial scientific holiday is dedicated to an important natural phenomenon — the rotation of our planet around its axis. Thanks to the Earth's rotation, day and night change, forming the daily rhythms of life for people, animals, and plants, as well as creating time zones. One complete rotation takes about 24 hours.

In addition, January 8 is celebrated as Day of Infectious Laughter. This unofficial but very positive holiday celebrates the power of laughter and good spirits. The idea of the holiday is simple: laughter has the property of being contagious, relieving tension, uniting people, and brightening the day. Even a short minute of genuine laughter helps to reduce stress and improve emotional well-being.

January 8 is also celebrated as Midwives' Day (Baba's Porridge). In traditional Ukrainian culture, a midwife, or Baba-midwife, held a special place in the community. She not only assisted with childbirth but also performed rituals, prayed for the health of the mother and child, and was knowledgeable about healing herbs and customs. She was respected as an intermediary between life and the world of people, and thus was treated with great reverence.

The holidays that are celebrated on January 8 not only encourage deep reflection on traditions and faith but also remind us of the significance of laughter and a positive attitude in our lives. Each holiday is an opportunity for communication and unity, which is so important in difficult times. These events highlight the importance of both personal development and social connections that help us overcome difficulties.