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25th Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival
Sunday, August 28, 2016
12:00 – 8:00 P.M.
Over 2,500 Gathered at the Ukrainian America Sport Center – Tryzub to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Ukraine’s Independence
Sun., Aug. 28, Horsham, PA - The Ukrainian and American flags danced in the brilliant sunshine and mild breezes of another delightful summer afternoon at the Ukrainian American Sport Center-Tryzub. The intense, varied and complex thoughts, prayers and emotions of the gathering crowd were palpable.
Ukrainians, haling, directly or through ancestry, from nearly all regions of Ukraine, demonstrated solidarity with their homeland and her people through their spirited attendance, clothing and accessories: Beautiful embroideries and folk costumes (including also those of our Crimean Tatar Ukrainians), flags, tryzubs, Ukrainian sports and thematic jerseys and our beautiful language affirmed the presence of Ukraine’s immortal and immutable spirit. Read more »
Ó Ô³ëàäåëüô³¿ ïðîéøîâ îäèí ç íàéá³ëüøèõ óêðà¿íñüêèõ ôåñòèâàë³â íà ñõ³äíîìó óçáåðåææ³ ÑØÀ. “One of the largest Ukrainian Festivals on the US East Coast took place in the Philadelphia area”, a report by Voice of America journalist, Alex Yanevsky
Video Highlights of Festival 2016
Full Length Video of Festival 2016 Concert
Ukrainian Folk Festival marks 25 years
Intelligencer newspaper, August 29, 2016
The Ukrainian Folk Festival on the grounds of the Ukrainian American Sport Center in Horsham marked its 25th year celebrating the country's culture, food and spirit. Read more »
Bucks County Herald Photo Gallery by “Debby High”
Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of
Ukraine's Independence
Exciting, spectacular, dazzling, breathtaking, exhilarating, spirited, soulful, enchanting, captivating, and intriguing – modest words which describe but by no means capture the full essence of Ukrainian folk art, song, music, and dance. From the rich color and deep symbolism of the delicate “pysanka” (Ukrainian Easter Egg) to the thunderous rhythm and power of “HOPAK” – the world’s most exciting ethnic dance - and every brilliant “Kolomiyka” (polka) and soulful folk song in between, experience the 25th Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival.
“UNITED UKRAINE – UNITED WITH US”
A Resplendent Outdoor Summer Concert
Marking Ukraine’s Independence, the Unity of her People, Their Struggle for Freedom and Dignity and Ukraine’s Entry into the Family of Advanced Democratic Nations!
The artists (dance troupes, musicians, singers and ensembles that have performed in previous years) have created a dynamic and integrated collaborative program. The artistic unity underscores the theme: United Ukraine; United with Us.
Recent events in Ukraine, the Euromaidan Protest and Revolution of Dignity as well as the twilight struggle against unlawful Russian aggression, have forged a unified Ukrainian national identity, both in Ukraine and in the Diaspora. America’s support of Ukraine’s commitment to a self-determined democratic future - to life, liberty, freedom and justice – has created permanent bonds of friendship between the two nations. This year’s festival honors these special relationships and developments.
Featured Performers:
- Voloshky Ukrainian Dance Ensemble
- Vox Ethnika Orchestra
- Violinist Innesa
- Tymochko Dekajlo
- Iskra Ukrainian Dance Ensemble
- Soloist-Singer Yuliya Stupen
- Living in Song Chamber Choir
- Live Reenactments from Ukrainian History, by Banner of Jasna Gora
Homemade Ukrainian Ethnic
Foods & Baked Goods
Festival Vendors Welcome
Ukrainian Folk Arts & Crafts
Market and Displays
BBQ & Picnic Fare
Drinks and Cool Refreshments
Children’s Area: Fun & Games,
Amusements and Free Face-Painting
Photo courtesy of Christine Syzonenko
“UNITED UKRAINE – UNITED WITH US”
12:00pm – Live Music & Dancing - Concessions, Vendors’ Grove & Children’s Fun Open
1:30 PM - Opening Ceremonies
2:00 P.M. to 4:30 P.M. Outdoor Festival Concert in Park
4:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. - Social Dance (“ZABAVA”) – to Live Music
Vox Ethnika: traditional, modern, contemporary, Ballroom & Polka
Admission - $15; Students - $10; Children 14 & under - Free; Free Parking
Photo courtesy of Christine Syzonenko
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PROGRAM:
12:00 p.m. – festival begins; vendors; food; kid's fun area, refreshments
12:00 to 1:30 PM – Karpaty Orchestra: Music & Dancing
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM – Concert in the Tryzub park
4:30 PM – 8:00 PM – Public Social Dance (“Zabava”)
Vox Ethnika Orchestra – traditional, modern, ballroom and Polka
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Photo Galleries
Photo Gallery - Festival 2016
https://www.flickr.com/photos/7421005@N06/sets/72157672093217540
Photo Gallery - Festival 2015
https://www.flickr.com/photos/7421005@N06/albums/72157657627881839
Photo Gallery - Festival 2014
https://www.flickr.com/photos/7421005@N06/sets/72157646985313002/
Festival 2013 photos:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/7421005@N06/sets/72157635303356464/
Festival 2010 photos:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/7421005@N06/sets/72157624660669439/with/4917823475/
Festival 2009 photos:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/7421005@N06/sets/72157622141049328/
Festival 2008 photos:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/7421005@N06/sets/72157606951982441/
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Photos Courtesy of Christine Syzonenko