Kupala Night (also Kupala's Night or just Kupala; Polish: Noc Kupały, Belarusian: Kupalle, Russian: Ivan Kupala, Kupala, Ukrainian: Ivan Kupalo) is one of the major folk holidays [1] in some of the Slavic countries [2] that coincides with the Christian feast of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist [1] and the East Slavic feast of Saint John's Eve.

Kupala or Kupalo is an alleged Slavic deity who was first mentioned in the 17th century and compared to the Greek goddess Ceres. However, modern scholars of Slavic mythology deny the existence of such a deity.

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2014年6月22日 · Kupala Night is an ancient Slavic ritual that was traditionally celebrated on the evening of July 6 until the morning of July 7, which according to the old Julian calendar, was the evening of the summer solstice.

The celebration of Ivan Kupala Day falls on June 24 (old style calendar) or July 7 (new style) and worships the summer solstice. In Ukraine, we traditionally celebrate it on the night of July 6-7 — all mysteries happen right then…

On the night of July 6-7, Ukrainians celebrate Kupala’s Night – a holiday surrounded by magical rituals and rites. During the time of Kievan Rus, the ancestors of present-day Ukrainians also celebrated this festivity, but in June - on the day of the summer solstice.

2024年8月26日 · Ivan Kupala Night, celebrated on the summer solstice, is a vibrant tapestry of folklore, music, and art that reflects the rich cultural heritage of Russia and its neighboring Slavic countries. This enchanting festival, steeped in ancient traditions, serves as a bridge connecting the past with the present, allowing communities to celebrate their ...

2024年7月7日 · In Ukraine, the night of July 6-7 ignites a whirlwind of mysteries and enchantment… Digging into the roots of Ivan Kupala, we unearth a blend of ancient pagan traditions and early Christian influences. Ivan, a common Slavic name tied to John the Baptist, meets Kupala, the god of fertility and harvest linked to the word ‘bathing’.

Kupala Night, also known as Ivan Kupala Day, is a Ukrainian observance annually held on July 7 to celebrate the summer solstice. Is Kupala Night a Public Holiday? Kupala Night is not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday, July 6, 2025 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in Ukraine.

Transliteration: Ivan Kupala. Description: This is a traditional slavic holiday. It is the celebration of the summer solstice when nights are the shortest (around June-July) although, every year is different. It is an incorporation of a number of pagan rituals.