On 24 August Ukraine celebrates its 25th anniversary of Independence. A lot of events will be held in our country on that day. Of course, we have to understand that their purpose is not for pomp and circumstance, but rather for the social-spatial cohesion of the nation.
So, we are going to tell you how and where you can spend this additional day of rest
Kyiv
The capital traditionally has a leading role in the celebration of Independence Day. At the parade in the center of Kyiv will pass about 200 units of military equipment. Also, it will be demobilized fighters ATO.
In addition to the large-scale military parade, there will be the exhibition of flags and the parade of embroidery on Khreshchatyk St.
By the way, there will be held a patriotic flash mob in the center of Kyiv. And there will open an exhibition of Petrykivka painting at the Chocolate House. The key feature of the exhibition is that the patterns are done on the surface of military attributes such as mines, helmets and so on. However, that’s s not all, we are in for lots of surprises.
You can book an apartment in Kyiv here.
Odesa
Inhabitants and guests of Odesa will have the opportunity to celebrate the birthday of the country to the song “My little independence”. Ocean Elzy gets a special concert in Odesa in tribute to Independence Day. So, if you did not attend any of OE performances during the concert tour of 2016, now you have one more chance to get a powerful emotional charge and to sing your favorite song with a crowd of thousands.
If you’re looking for a place in Odesa to have some rest after dancing and singing on the concert, please look here.
Lviv
Lviv intends to collect all the world on Independence Day and for a couple of days after the celebrating. This is the claim of the organizers of the “EthnoVyr” international folk festival. Incredible performances of artistic ensembles from all over the world and dishes from both Ukrainian and international cuisine will fascinate you. The main location of the festival will be Ploscha Rynok. However, there will be mini-events, a lot of them placed all around the city.
To have a good time in Lviv book an apartment in advance.