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27th Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival
Sunday, August 26, 2018
12:00 – 8:00 P.M.
Celebrating the 27th 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 27th Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival.
Homemade Ukrainian Ethnic
Foods & Baked Goods
A Celebration of Liberty and Unity
A Resplendent Outdoor Summer Concert
Marking Ukraine’s Independence, the Unity of her People
and Their Struggle for Freedom
The artists (dance troupes, musicians, singers and ensembles that have performed in previous years) have created a dynamic and integrated collaborative program.
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.
Ukrainian Festival 2018 Promotional Video is coming soon
Meet and Greet “Chumak Cyclists” for Peace at the Festival:
Featured Performers:
- Voloshky Ukrainian Dance Ensemble
- Iskra Ukrainian Dance Ensemble
- Vox Ethnika Orchestra and the Ariana LemJoy Trio
- Violinist Innesa Tymochko Dekajlo
- Yuliya Stupen, Vika Slobodian and other Phila area singers
- Live Reenactments from Ukrainian History
- Kuban Kozaks Association
- Banner of Jasna Gora
Special Guests:
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| Popstar singer-songwriter Iryna Lonchyna | Efsane Crimean Tatar Ensemble |
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
Festival Featured on USA State Department’s Share America publication: In photos: Americans celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day
By Mary Jane Maxwell, Aug 17, 2017
Every year in August, communities across America — from San Francisco, to Houston, to Chicago, to New York — celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day.
Nearly 900,000 people with Ukrainian heritage live in the United States. Many mark August 24, the day Ukraine gained its independence from the former Soviet Union... Read More »
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
A Celebration of Liberty and Unity
Program
12:00pm – 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
Purchase tickets online for only $10 » (Link is coming soon)
Tryzub members showing their cards at the gate will be admitted for $10.
Photo courtesy of Christine Syzonenko
| Sponsor | Friend of UASC Tryzub |
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Photo Galleries
Photo Gallery - Festival 2017
https://www.flickr.com/photos/7421005@N06/sets/72157688906155474/with/26425036119
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