Paratroopers' Day
| Airborne Forces Day | |
|---|---|
A demonstration at the Exhibition of Achievements of National Economy | |
| Also called | Paratroopers' Day |
| Observed by | Belarus Kazakhstan Russia Soviet Union (historically) Ukraine (1999–2017) |
| Type | State |
| Significance | Professional working day |
| Celebrations | Military ceremonies and events |
| Date | 2 August |
| Next time | 2 August 2025 |
| Frequency | annual |
Airborne Forces Day also known as Paratroopers' Day is a professional military holiday observed in Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan, celebrated on 2 August annually. It was formerly celebrated in the Soviet Union until its collapse in 1991. It was celebrated in Ukraine as Airmobile Forces Day from 1999 until 2017. It is the official holiday of the former Soviet Airborne Forces and the modern Russian Airborne Forces.