State and church November holidays. Weekends in Russia in November

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

What associations do you have with November? Slush, cold, rains, autumn depression… But in November there are many good things! This is the last day of autumn, which means winter, snow, skiing and the New Year are coming soon! Secondly, November is full of wonderful fun holidays! What is the day of national unity worth! After all, Russia is a huge multinational country, and in every region this holiday is celebrated on a grand scale.

Walking with the soul

So, the peoples of the North are looking forward to the November holidays. These days it is customary to organize large-scale reindeer races to please the children and to compete with speed and dexterity. All residents of Russia are ready to take to the streets of their cities to unite and enjoy such a holiday together.

First week of November

Opens the first day of the last month of autumn, the Day of the Bailiff of the Russian Federation. This festivalstill very young, it has been celebrated since 2009. Prior to this, all legal workers did not have a separate day off.

The second of November is the unspoken day of men. In our country, interest in international anniversaries is just beginning to grow, but there are already many supporters of the unofficial men's day. So the rest for the November holidays can be safely planned for the representatives of the stronger sex.

On the third of November, Japan celebrates the day of their shit. And we should turn to the Orthodox calendar. On this date, the memory of St. Hilarion the Great is venerated.

Well, from the fourth of November, the real fun begins. The Prime Minister of Russia, Dmitry Medvedev, has already signed a decree on holidays for next year. Therefore, you can safely ask the household: “How do we relax on the November holidays?” After all, there are three whole days off! November 4th to 6th. You can even organize a small trip with friends and family.

By the way, while you have three days of rest, remember if you know any scouts? Their professional holiday is celebrated on the 5th.

Day of National Unity

It will take a few more decades and nationalities in our country will finally mix. After all, how many peoples unites Russia! All just do not count! But people get married, have children, our nations mix and merge together. We must respect and honor everyone, regardless of origin or religion. That is why the Day of National Unity opens the November holidays and isan important day for uniting Russia.

The idea to celebrate this event was born in 2004, and was proposed by the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, Patriarch Alexei II. For Christians, this is another very big holiday - the day of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God. And it so happened historically that it was on this day in 1612 that Russian troops were able to repel the attack of the Poles and completely rid their homeland of their pandom. Exactly 24 years before that, the icon of the Kazan Mother of God was revealed to the people as a sign of the complete accession of the Tatars to the Russian state.

How National Unity Day is celebrated in different regions of the country

November holidays are going away very quickly. But every region wants to celebrate them as loudly and cheerfully as possible! In addition to traditional rallies, concerts and festivities, some cities stand out in particular.

1. In Petrozavodsk last year, the inhabitants of the city united in one friendly round dance. Both adults and children merrily circled the central square, after which they all sang the Russian anthem together.
2. 7000 people in Yekaterinburg confessed their love to their homeland. This was evidenced by posters, flags and happy smiles on the faces of the marching people.
3. Vorkuta celebrates the Day of the Reindeer Herder every year. And although it is officially celebrated on a different date, it is on November 4 that city competitions on reindeer sleds take place. The inhabitants of this northern city do not have disputes, they do not ask themselves the question: “How do we relax on the November holidays?”. Everyone from young to old is sentto the city center to look at the horned lords of the tundra.
4. Traditions have also been preserved in distant Kamchatka. The national Koryak holiday is celebrated here with songs and dances. November holidays for this people have a sacred meaning. After all, with their arrival, the heat ended and a long, harsh winter began, in which it was necessary not only to survive, but also to have a good rest. On November 4, guests of the peninsula are greeted with seals, fish soup and pancakes with caviar.

Where to go for the November weekend

The November holidays in 2016 give a unique opportunity to see the riches of our homeland. But every nation has something to be proud of. But, unfortunately, many of our fellow citizens prefer to admire the sights of Egypt or Turkey, rather than the heritage of their homeland.

Recall the most popular sightseeing tours for the November holidays.

On the Golden Ring

The big advantage of such tours is that they allow you to choose a trip according to your interests, are affordable and are located in the central part of Russia, where it is convenient to get from remote cities.

Different tour operators can offer dozens of different routes. Usually they are united by themes, for example, "Land of Masters", "Provincial Sketches", "Crystal Chimes" and others.

St. Petersburg and Ladoga

For the northern capital and the week of November holidays will not be enough. This city has a lot to see andwhere to go. Unsurprisingly, it is much more educational to travel with an experienced guide.

Often, St. Petersburg is combined with Kaliningrad as a tour option for the November holidays. How many days will this trip take? Some agencies offer complex tours with an overnight stay for 3 or 5 days. By the way, Kaliningrad is the birthplace of amber, and thematic tours can also attract the attention of jewelry lovers.

Orthodox tours

There are many excursions in this category that include a trip to key places of the Orthodox faith. These can be monasteries and churches of the Golden Ring or the history of the appearance of the Icon of the Kazan Mother of God. The postponement of the November holidays will help make your most cherished dreams come true and see what you want.

Day of the Great October Socialist Revolution

During the years of the Soviet Union, this holiday was considered one of the main ones. Without remembering history, now rarely anyone from the younger generation can answer what happened in 1917. Yes, and the state is different now, which means that their holidays. But the old people love to be nostalgic, and you can hear from them how 50 years ago, on a slushy and rainy day, “my mother and I went to the parade.” Demonstration of military equipment and solemn rallies were an integral part of the significant day. And of course, all employees were en titled to a day off. And they gave it for 2 days - on the 7th and 8th.

In 1995, with respect for the memory of the events of a hundred years ago, the government decided not to cancel the holiday, but only rename it the Day of the military parade. But somehow inThe people did not like this name. A few years later, everyone was sure that November 7 is the Day of Accord and Reconciliation. Remembering how we work on the November holidays, do not forget that since 2005, the day off on November 7 has been canceled, which means that everyone goes to work on Monday, regardless of their condition.

What do we celebrate in the second week of November?

An urgent request to all readers: do not celebrate all the holidays every day. The article is written for informational purposes, not to find a reason. Therefore, we ask only those for whom this is a professional holiday or a significant event to rejoice.

On the ninth of November the whole world unites in a common fight against racism, fascism and anti-Semitism. In addition, on this date it is customary to carry out anti-nuclear actions. The very next day, Russia is ready to congratulate its defenders - the police.

Employees of the state bank cannot stand aside, because a special day has been allocated for them - November 12th. Happy holiday, dear and respected employees of Sberbank! And ornithologists share this solemn event. After all, for them the twelfth of November is Sinichkin's day.

The day of the policeman was celebrated, but what about the district police? They also want a separate holiday. Please, here is November 17th. But that's not all. In two days, all the workers of the rocket and artillery troops will commemorate their fellow soldiers. And on November 21, all employees of the tax authorities will walk.

November Student's Day

Students are very spoiled people. They were even given two days a year for the holiday. One more traditionalRussia, celebrated on Tatiana's Day - January 25, well, on November 17, the whole world honors students.

The history of the memorable date began tragically. In 1939, Czechoslovakia was captured by the Nazis. But this did not prevent society, including students, from resisting the new system. On October 28, thousands of students took to the streets of Prague to celebrate the anniversary of the formation of the Czechoslovak state. But that day they were quickly dispersed, and one student was shot dead. On November 17, the people gathered again for a demonstration, but after that everything ended in failure. Many were imprisoned in concentration camps, hundreds were shot without trial.

In memory of these events, the World Congress of 1946 decided to celebrate the Day of All Brave and Courageous Students.

Things to look out for in the third week of November

The November holidays don't end there. How many days the fun will last depends only on strength and he alth. Don't forget that December and January are ahead! And therefore it is worth celebrating the birthday of Santa Claus, whom it was decided to congratulate on November 18.

The day before, medical institutions celebrate the day of premature babies. In our time, unfortunately, this is not uncommon, and sometimes it is worth remembering those whose forces save a small life.

On November 21, it is the turn of accountants to celebrate their professional holiday. They share this date with TV workers.

What will please the last week of November

November holidays in Russia in the last week of November opens the daypsychologist - 22 numbers. On this day, the Orthodox worship the miraculous icon of the Mother of God "Quick to Hear".

The great memorable dates of the Christian faith do not end there. The very next day, November 23, it is worth honoring the memory of St. George the Victorious. This man did a lot to establish the Christian faith on Roman soil, being a simple soldier in the service of a pagan emperor.

Another day later, the church venerates the Monk Confessor Studite Fedor. He became worthy of being canonized after he denounced the illegal marriage of the king of Constantinople with his relative, which is a desecration of the Christian faith.

And on November 24, Russia celebrates the day of the walrus. The next day, the world community comes together to fight together to end violence against women.

Ends the November holidays Data Protection Day - 30th.

Orthodox dates

• November 1 is honored by parents, the day is called parent Saturday.
• The day of the Great Hilarion is celebrated on the 3rd.
• The fourth of November, as already mentioned, is the day of the icon of the Kazan Mother of God.
• On the sixth of November the glory of the icon "Joy of All Who Sorrow" is sung.
• Dmitriev's Day - November 8.
• On the 19th they remember St. Paul, Patriarch of Constantinople and St. Herman, Archbishop of Kazan.
• November 21 - Michaelmas Day.
• On the last day of the month, the memory of Bishop Gregory and the Monk Abbot Nikon is honored.

November holidays in the world

All over the world alsodoes not do without feasts. The most famous holiday in the United States is Thanksgiving. It is customary to celebrate it on the fourth week of the last month of autumn. The event is considered the end of all agricultural work, and it so historically developed that at this time it is customary to thank heaven for the harvest. And for one meal and feast so that it thundered all over the world.

On the 5th of November the British get together in nature to celebrate Guy Fawkes Day. One of the traditions is to create a scarecrow, like the one we have on Shrovetide, and burn it at the stake.

For several years in a row, it has been decided to celebrate November 8, KVN Day, all over the world. Russia, by the way, has also begun to join the next common day of humor. But the black cat holiday, which can be remembered on November 27th, is the most joyful.

The main thing is not to be late for work

No matter how long the November holidays last, do not forget that we are all busy, responsible people, most of us have work, some have studies. All good things need to be finished on time and focus only on the main things. This month is a great opportunity to get extra rest - make the most of it.