Serbian Orthodox Slavas in January – Calendar Dates and Customs
01.01.2026.
Orthodox Feasts in January 2026: A Comprehensive Guide to the Holidays
January is the month of the happiest holidays and the biggest Serbian celebrations. From the celebration of Christmas to Saint Sava, homes around the world are filled with incense, prayer and hospitality. Check out the January 2026 celebration calendar below and learn key details about each saint.

Slava Celebration calendar for January 2026.
- Jan 2nd – St. Ignatius the God-Bearer Known as Chicken Christmas, the first celebration of the year.
Preparation for the January celebrations
January celebrations are specific because they come right after Christmas. Although the tables are rich, do not forget that St. John's Day and Savindan in 2026 are on Tuesday, which dictates whether the table is lean or fat.
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