Archive | Holidays RSS feed for this section
Vevchani Carnival

Vevchani Carnival

By on January 6, 2012 in Holidays, News, What's On

On 13 January, Vevchani will be in the center of attention as they open their 1400 year old traditional carnival.

Read full story • Comments { 0 }
Epiphany (Богојавление)

Epiphany (Богојавление)

By on January 6, 2012 in Culture, Holidays, News, What's On

Macedonian Orthodox Christians assemble on 19 January to celebrate the Epiphany (MK: Богојавление), commemorating the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River.

Read full story • Comments { 0 }
Macedonian Christmas Traditions

Macedonian Christmas Traditions

By on January 4, 2012 in Culture, Holidays

One of the most important holidays for Orthodox Christian Macedonians is Christmas, which they call Bozik. Macedonians celebrate Christmas on 7 January.

Read full story • Comments { 0 }
13 November

13 November

By on November 1, 2011 in Culture, Events, History, Holidays

On this day the Skopje celebrates its liberation from fascist occupation in 1944, remembering the heroes who fought and died to secure its freedom.

Read full story • Comments { 0 }
Thanksgiving Guests

Thanksgiving Guests

By on October 25, 2011 in Cultural Tips, Culture, Holidays, Life, Traditions

Be mindful of cultural differences when extending invitations to Macedonian friends to join you for the holiday.

Read full story • Comments { 0 }
Strumica Carnival

Strumica Carnival

By on February 3, 2010 in Holidays, News, Traditions, What's On

From 13-17 February, Strumica will host the famous “Strumicki Carnival.” It is one of the oldest carnivals in the Balkans.

Read full story • Comments { 0 }