New Year is a holiday that everyone is looking forward to with joy and hope for a miracle, new meetings and wonderful experiences. Today we tell you where and how interesting to celebrate.
Kyiv
Christmas tree on Sofia Square and Podil
On December 18, the main Christmas tree of the country was officially lit on Sofia Square. On the same day, a holiday fair began, which will be interesting for both adults and children. A skating rink has been unveiled near the monument to Bohdan Khmelnytsky, and a food court area will be waiting for visitors on Volodymyrskyi Proezd, the concept of which has been changed to take into account quarantine restrictions.
You can also visit:
- “Christmas on the Hem”
A large location “Christmas on the Hem” will open on Kontraktova Square. There will also be an ice rink, the residence of St. Nicholas, a food zone and a fair. Visitors can also ride a ferris wheel to enjoy the magnificent views of the Hem and the Kiev hills.
- Dobropark
A New Year’s town in Dobropark was opened near Kyiv. In addition to many photo areas, food courts, a museum of Christmas toys, a snow slide and a Christmas tree, there is a park of light 3D figures. Also in the park is the residence of Dobrochar – “Ukrainian Santa”.
Lviv
Christmas market
On December 17, the main Christmas tree of the city was opened on the square near the Opera House in Lviv, and a Christmas fair was opened nearby. It is interesting that this is the only fair of the European model of Ukraine! Here is everything. Incredible Christmas delicacies – Galician donuts, mulled wine, dumplings and other traditional dishes; a street area where you can try all this delicacy; holiday souvenirs and works by Lviv artists.
You can also visit:
- Christmas Guy Festival
The “Christmas in the Grove” festival usually takes place on January 7 at the Klimenty Sheptytsky Museum of Folk Architecture and Life. Traditionally, the estates of Shevchenkivsky grove open their doors, where master classes and readings of Christmas tales will take place. Guests carol together from house to house, which will create a special family atmosphere.
- Great Carol Festival
The “Christmas Carol” Christmas Festival is a creative meeting and joint glorification of the sacrament of Christmas. Professional and amateur singing groups from all over Ukraine will demonstrate their skills every day from January 7 to 19 in the Dominican Cathedral and Museum Square.
Odessa
Christmas tree on Duma Square
The most accessible and easiest option to experience the New Year’s Eve “in Odessa” for free is to go to the crowded Duma Square, in the heart of the city. Every year, the square traditionally hosts an interesting concert program with performances by famous Ukrainian artists, funny numbers of comedians, as well as fireworks and a DJ parade.
You can also visit:
- Arcadia
Here you can find a lot of entertainment not only in the summer season, but also during the winter holidays. New Year can be celebrated here not only on the beach, but also in noisy company near many themed establishments.
- Dream Fortress Residence
Location – Akerman Fortress. Here, for the New Year, they organize celebrations in the medieval style, hold exciting workshops on cooking soap, paint gingerbread, decorate magnets and amulets. Many photo zones allow you to take unique photos with the whole family.