On 23-26 August, Vyshyvanka Festival will take place in Odesa. This is the largest celebration of Ukraine's Independence, culture and art in the South of Ukraine. About 100 thousand guests will participate in the festival. For the eleventh time, according to a wonderful tradition, people will meet in the city center, on the Potemkin Stairs and the Prymorsky Boulevard to celebrate the Independence Day of Ukraine.
The festival hosts many events for both children and adults. The program includes a fair, children's zone, master classes, concerts, and many surprises and gifts. The most beautiful vyshyvankas will be shown at the festival. Still thinking what to see and do in Odesa with a family and kids, join the festival and celebrate the holiday with the Ukrainians!
What does the word vyshyvanka mean? This is a traditional Ukrainian embroidered shirt.