Saint Mary’s Day in Georgia is an important feast of the Georgian Orthodox Church honouring the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. The observance is marked by church services, prayers, processions and family gatherings that celebrate Mary’s significance in Christian faith and Georgian religious tradition. The day is a time for spiritual reflection, worship and community celebration.

Event Suggestions:
• Learning about the significance of the Virgin Mary in Georgian Orthodox tradition through respectful storytelling and discussion
• Creating crafts inspired by the symbols, icons and traditions associated with Saint Mary’s Day
• Preparing and sharing traditional Georgian foods while exploring the cultural and religious customs of the celebration