Happy Constitution Day of Ukraine 2027: History, Interesting Facts and Records

28 June 2027 — 31 years of the Basic Law

Happy Constitution Day of Ukraine 2027: history, interesting facts and records

The N-SHOES online shoe store congratulates Ukrainians on this national holiday. We have collected complete and up-to-date information about Constitution Day of Ukraine: how the Basic Law was adopted, what amendments it went through, what records it set — and how to celebrate the day in comfortable, high-quality footwear.

History of the holiday

More than 20 years ago our country received its Basic Law.

This date truly matters to every Ukrainian.

Article 5 of the Constitution of Ukraine states:

“... The bearer of sovereignty and the only source of power in Ukraine is the people ...” — this is both a responsibility and a right for each of us! Article 5 of the Constitution of Ukraine

The Constitution of Ukraine was adopted by the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine on 28 June 1996, during the fifth session of the second convocation. The vote finished in the morning after a non-stop night sitting that went down in history as the “constitutional night”. The document was supported by 315 members of parliament — well above the two-thirds majority required. That same day the Basic Law was signed by the President of Ukraine and the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada.

Its adoption completed a long stage of state building that began with the declaration of independence on 24 August 1991. Until 1996 the country lived under the amended 1978 constitution and the 1995 Constitutional Agreement. It was the 1996 document that finally established Ukraine as a sovereign, independent, democratic, social and law-based state with a republican form of government.

Holiday at a glance

Constitution Day of Ukraine

Date: 28 June, every year
In 2027: Monday, 28 June
Anniversary: 31 years since adoption
Status: national holiday, non-working day
Legal basis: Article 161 of the Constitution
Place of adoption: Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Kyiv

The Constitution of Ukraine in numbers

Key figures of the Basic Law that every citizen should know.

1996Year the current Constitution was adopted — 28 June

161Articles in the text of the Basic Law

15Chapters, including the transitional provisions

315Members of parliament voted in favour

Timeline: the path of the Basic Law

5 April 1710

The Constitution of Pylyp Orlyk

The “Pacts and Constitutions of the Rights and Freedoms of the Zaporizhian Host”, concluded in Bendery, are regarded as one of the earliest European constitutional documents in spirit and content. It limited the hetman’s power and secured the rights of the Cossacks.

24 August 1991

Declaration of independence

The Act of Declaration of Independence of Ukraine created the legal foundation for drafting the country’s own Basic Law.

28 June 1996

Adoption of the Constitution

After a non-stop night sitting, parliament adopted the current Constitution. The date became a national holiday.

8 December 2004

Political reform

Amendments redistributed powers between the President, parliament and government, moving the model closer to a parliamentary-presidential one.

2010

The 2004 amendments annulled

The Constitutional Court ruled that the 2004 reform had breached procedure, and the country returned to the 1996 wording.

21 February 2014

The 2004 wording restored

The Verkhovna Rada reinstated the constitutional amendments of 2004.

2016

Judicial reform

Amendments on justice reshaped the court system and the status of judges.

7 February 2019

European and Euro-Atlantic course

The preamble and several articles were amended to fix the state’s strategic course towards membership in the European Union and NATO.

Interesting facts about the Constitution of Ukraine

A selection of facts that bring the history of the Basic Law to life.

The holiday is written into the Constitution itself

Article 161 states directly that the day the Basic Law was adopted is a national holiday — Constitution Day of Ukraine. Few documents establish their own holiday.

The “constitutional night”

MPs worked for more than 24 hours without a break: the sitting opened on the morning of 27 June 1996 and ended with the vote on the morning of 28 June.

Ukrainian is the state language

Article 10 secures Ukrainian as the sole state language and guarantees free development of the languages of national minorities.

The original is kept in parliament

The authentic signed copy is held by the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine and is traditionally put on display on the holiday.

Human rights come first

Chapter II, devoted to the rights, freedoms and duties of the individual and citizen, is the largest part of the document.

Chapter I is specially protected

The foundations of the constitutional order cannot be changed without a nationwide referendum — one of the strongest safeguards in the text.

Records and achievements

Record	Details
Longest parliamentary sitting	Over 20 hours of continuous work to pass the document
An early European constitution	Pylyp Orlyk’s 1710 Constitution is among the earliest monuments of constitutionalism
Last of the post-Soviet states	Ukraine adopted its Basic Law later than most former Soviet republics
Thousands of proposals	MPs submitted thousands of amendments and remarks to the draft
An unchanged date	Since 1996 the holiday has never been moved to another date

Traditions

How Constitution Day is celebrated

official ceremonies and the raising of the State Flag;
presentation of state awards and passports to sixteen-year-olds;
open lectures, quizzes and legal-awareness events;
public display of the original Basic Law;
family walks, fairs and concerts across the country.

In wartime the format changes: the focus shifts to honouring defenders, charity and support for local communities.

Constitution Day greetings

We sincerely congratulate you on this remarkable national holiday — Constitution Day of Ukraine! May this solemn occasion fill you with strength and inspiration, and encourage new ideas and their successful realisation in your professional life. We wish you success and fruitful work for the benefit of the Ukrainian people!

The N-SHOES online shoe store team has been working for you since 15 August 2009 and is always here — on weekdays and holidays alike.

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Shoes for the holiday: what to choose at N-SHOES

A holiday means long walks through the city centre, official events and meetings with family. To enjoy the day, you need shoes that look great in photos and never tire your feet. At the N-SHOES online store you will find women’s and men’s footwear from Ukrainian and European brands in stock, with real size charts and detailed specifications for every model.

Women’s footwear

Summer sandals, light shoes and loafers in genuine leather and suede, sneakers for an active day. Brands: Rylko, Simen, Lonza, Nessi, Anna Lucci.

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Men’s footwear

Classic dress shoes for a festive look, everyday sneakers and trainers in genuine leather. Our own N-SHOES Fabio line, plus DC Shoes, Reebok and Joma.

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Sport and casual

Sneakers and trainers for walks, fairs and concerts: breathable materials, lightweight soles, cushioning and secure foot support.

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Three tips for choosing holiday shoes

Try shoes on in the evening. Feet swell slightly by the end of the day, so you will judge size and width more accurately.
Go by insole length. Every N-SHOES product page lists foot length in centimetres for each size — more reliable than brand labelling.
Break the pair in beforehand. Wear new leather shoes at home for one or two hours a few days before the holiday.

Frequently asked questions

When is Constitution Day of Ukraine in 2027?

On Monday, 28 June 2027. The date of the holiday is the same every year.

How old is the Constitution of Ukraine in 2027?

31 years: the Basic Law was adopted on 28 June 1996.

How many articles does the Constitution have?

161 articles grouped into 15 chapters, the last of which contains the transitional provisions.

Does N-SHOES work on the holiday?

Online orders are accepted around the clock. Please check the retail store and courier schedules for holidays with our manager.

How fast is delivery?

We ship the same day if the model is in stock; delivery within Ukraine takes 1–2 business days.

Can I return shoes if the size does not fit?

Yes. Exchange and return are handled under the Law of Ukraine “On Protection of Consumer Rights”, provided the product retains its original condition.

Celebrate the holiday in comfortable shoes

Women’s and men’s footwear in stock, honest descriptions, real sizes and delivery across Ukraine. Shop online at the N-SHOES store.

This material is provided for informational purposes. The official text of the Constitution of Ukraine and its current amendments are published on the official web portal of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.

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2026-06-28 00:00:01

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