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title: "Mykhailo, Kateryna, and Andriy in November 2026: Holiday Dates Under the New Church Calendar"
description: "In November 2026, according to the new church calendar, Ukrainians will celebrate Mykhailo's Day (November 8), Saint Kateryna's Day (November 24), and Apostle Andrew's Day (November 30)."
date: 2026-10-28T04:24:34.527Z
lang: en
url: https://xab.info/en/posts/holiday-dates-november-2026-mykhailo-kateryna-andriy
tags: [ukraine, church-calendar, orthodox-christianity, holidays-2026, november]
author: "Inna Kinsheva"
publisher: "XAB.info"
---

# Mykhailo, Kateryna, and Andriy in November 2026: Holiday Dates Under the New Church Calendar

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## Key Points

- Under the new calendar, Mykhailo's Day in 2026 falls on November 8, Kateryna's Day on November 24, and Apostle Andrew's Day on November 30.
- The 13-day shift is due to the OCU's transition to the revised Julian calendar for fixed holidays starting September 1, 2023.
- Some communities maintain the old style, so dates in a specific parish may differ.

In November 2026, Ukrainian believers will observe three significant church holidays whose dates have shifted in recent years due to the adoption of the new calendar style. According to the current church calendar, the Synaxis of the Archangel Michael and the Other Bodeless Powers falls on November 8, the commemoration of the Holy Great Martyr Kateryna is on November 24, and the feast of the Holy Apostle Andrew the First-Called is on November 30. These dates are confirmed by the consolidated religious calendar for 2026, which compiles calendars of various Christian denominations, and these are the dates to keep in mind so as not to miss the holidays and to congratulate loved ones on their name days. Details about each day and why they now fall on different dates are provided by the Ukrainian lifestyle project Styler (RBC-Ukraine) in their [original article](https://styler.rbc.ua/ukr/trends/koli-mihayla-katerini-ta-andriya-listopadi-1793109998.html).

### November 8 — Mykhailo's Day and the Synaxis of Archangel Michael

On November 8, the Orthodox Church of Ukraine honors the Synaxis of the Archangel Michael and other Bodeless Powers. In the Christian tradition, Archangel Michael is considered the leader of the heavenly host, fighting against evil, and is therefore revered as a defender and patron. In folk tradition, Mykhailo's Day was historically associated with the completion of autumn agricultural work and the beginning of the winter period. On this day, men named Mykhailo receive name day greetings, and believers turn to the archangel in prayers asking for protection, strength, and help in difficult circumstances.

### November 24 — Feast of the Holy Great Martyr Kateryna

The memory of the Holy Great Martyr Kateryna, who according to church tradition lived in Alexandria and suffered for her faith, is honored by Christians on November 24. Saint Kateryna is traditionally seen as a symbol of wisdom, courage, and steadfast convictions. In Ukrainian culture, this day is also associated with ancient customs and youth evening gatherings: in folk tradition, Kateryna's feast was considered one of the days for girls to divine their future marriage, although such customs are not part of church worship. On November 24, women named Kateryna are congratulated on their name days.

### November 30 — Feast of the Apostle Andrew the First-Called

November 30 marks the feast of the Holy Apostle Andrew the First-Called. According to Christian tradition, Andrew was one of the first disciples of Jesus Christ, which is why he received the name First-Called. In Ukraine, Apostle Andrew holds special significance: according to church tradition, he preached on the lands where Kievan Rus subsequently emerged. Ancient Ukrainian customs are also connected with his name, including Andrew's evening gatherings traditionally held on the eve of the holiday. On November 30, men named Andriy are congratulated on their name days, and for believers, this day is an occasion to honor the apostle and remember his missionary work.

### Why the Dates Shifted: Transition to the New Calendar Style

The change in familiar dates is linked to the calendar reform. Starting September 1, 2023, the Orthodox Church of Ukraine switched to the revised Julian calendar for fixed holidays, and the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church also transitioned to the new style for fixed dates using the Gregorian calendar. As a result, a number of familiar holidays are now celebrated 13 days earlier than under the old Julian calendar: Mykhailo's Day previously fell on November 21, Kateryna's Day on December 7, and Andrew the First-Called on December 13.

### Important Caveat for Believers

When planning to attend worship services, it is worth considering that some communities continue to follow the old calendar style. Therefore, the actual celebration dates in a specific parish may vary depending on church tradition. Before celebrating name days or planning a church visit, it is recommended to check with your community's calendar to avoid mistakes with the date.

## Fact-Check & Sources

- [Когда Михаила, Катерины и Андрея в ноябре-2026: даты праздников по новому календарю](https://styler.rbc.ua/ukr/trends/koli-mihayla-katerini-ta-andriya-listopadi-1793109998.html) - The dates November 8, 24, and 30, 2026, the description of each holiday, and the reason for the shift (OCU transition to the revised Julian calendar from 01.09.2023, UGCC to Gregorian style) are confirmed by the source text.

## FAQ

### When is Mykhailo's Day in 2026?

According to the new church calendar, Mykhailo's Day (Synaxis of the Archangel Michael) in 2026 is celebrated on November 8.

### What date is Saint Kateryna's Day in 2026?

The feast of the Holy Great Martyr Kateryna in 2026 falls on November 24.

### When is the feast of Apostle Andrew the First-Called celebrated in 2026?

The feast of the Holy Apostle Andrew the First-Called in 2026 is celebrated on November 30.

### Why did the holiday dates change?

Since September 1, 2023, the Orthodox Church of Ukraine switched to the revised Julian calendar for fixed holidays, and the UGCC switched to the Gregorian style, causing a number of holidays to shift 13 days earlier compared to the old Julian calendar.