Together in Europe

🇬🇧 Upcoming Events 2026

Join our Czech-Ukrainian cultural events in 2026. All events are open to the public and free of charge.

Programs are conducted in Czech and Ukrainian. We look forward to seeing you!

Ukrainian Vechornytsi
November 22, 2025 Coming Soon! Workshop

Ukrainian Vechornytsi in Pilsen

A warm, atmospheric and truly Ukrainian event for the whole family – adults and children. Musical program, Didukh-making workshop, Ukrainian and Crimean Tatar cuisine.

Program:

  • 3:00 PM–8:00 PM – Ukrainian Vechornytsi (accompanying program)
  • 3:00 PM–4:00 PM – Photo corner with wheat and dried flowers 🌾
  • 4:00 PM – Didukh-making workshop (seats taken, but you can watch the process)
  • Performing: Olga Yurchuk, Beata Kosina, Tetiana Svitlichna, Angelika Protsenko, Anna Bodnar, Ensemble "Ruta"
  • Ukrainian and world songs, Czech and Ukrainian carols with bandura
  • Tasting of Ukrainian and Crimean Tatar cuisine

Location: Taverna u Šéfové, Kardinála Berana 23, Pilsen

Time: 3:00 PM–8:00 PM

For: The whole family

Entry: 150 CZK (children under 16 free) | Workshop: 650 CZK

Evening of Lesya Ukrainka
February 2026 Literary-Musical Evening

Evening of Lesya Ukrainka

A literary-musical evening dedicated to Ukrainian poet and playwright Lesya Ukrainka – a symbol of the fight for freedom and women's strength in literature.

Program:

  • Recitation of poems by Lesya Ukrainka and contemporary Ukrainian authors
  • Musical accompaniment (piano, bandura, singing)
  • Discussion with poets and writers from the Ukrainian community in the Czech Republic
  • Literary quiz

Location: Library, café or cultural hall

Expected attendance: 30–80 people

Entry: Free

Lunch with Taras – 2nd Edition
March 2026 2nd Edition

Lunch with Taras

A community gathering to commemorate the birthday of Taras Shevchenko – the greatest Ukrainian poet, whose significance can be compared to K.H. Mácha in Czech literature.

Program:

  • Reading of selected poems by Taras Shevchenko
  • Musical performances (Ukrainian folk and original songs)
  • Poetry and prose by contemporary Ukrainian writers living in the Czech Republic
  • Shared lunch and informal gathering of Czechs and Ukrainians

Location: Community center, library or café

Expected attendance: 30–80 people

Entry: Free

Ukrainian Easter
March–April 2026 Workshop

Ukrainian Easter

A cultural and community event dedicated to Ukrainian Easter traditions.

Program:

  • Art workshop (decorating Easter eggs)
  • Recitation of Easter poetry
  • Songs and traditional melodies
  • Presentation of customs, shared gathering at the festive table

Location: Library, café or cultural hall

Expected attendance: 30–80 people

Entry: Free

Slavic Springs Festival – 2nd Edition
May–June 2026 2nd Edition Festival

Slavic Springs Festival

A one or two-day outdoor picnic-festival that brings together Czech and Ukrainian families.

Program:

  • Performances by singing and dance ensembles from Czech Republic and Ukraine
  • Concerts by soloists and musical bands
  • Children's performances
  • Craft and art workshops
  • Art exhibition and market
  • Shared barbecue and tasting of traditional dishes
  • Emphasis on sustainable approach and waste sorting

Location: Božkov Island or park behind Plzeň Plaza

Expected attendance: 200–400 people

Entry: Free

Ivan Kupala
June 2026 Traditional Celebration

Ivan Kupala

Traditional celebration of the summer solstice by the water.

Program:

  • Songs and folk dances around the fire
  • Wreath weaving and floating on water
  • Demonstrations of folk games
  • Shared feast

Location: River, park or outdoor space by water

Expected attendance: 50–150 people

Entry: Free

Day of Ukrainian Culture – 2nd Edition
August 2026 2nd Edition Festival

Day of Ukrainian Culture

A festive cultural day in the center of Pilsen showcasing traditional and contemporary Ukrainian culture.

Program:

  • Concert of Ukrainian singers, poets and dancers
  • Poetry recitation
  • Musical quiz
  • Art and dance workshops for children
  • Art exhibition and market
  • Tasting of Ukrainian cuisine

Location: Republic Square, waterfront or other public space

Expected attendance: 150–250 people

Entry: Free

Thank You Czech Republic – 2nd Edition
September 2026 2nd Edition Festival

Thank You Czech Republic

A musical-dance event with Czech-Ukrainian program that symbolically expresses gratitude to the host country.

Program:

  • Performances by Czech and Ukrainian ensembles (folk dance, folklore, modern music)
  • Concerts by soloists
  • Art workshops and creative classes
  • Tasting of Czech and Ukrainian dishes
  • Shared singing and closing dance

Location: Waterfront, Republic Square

Expected attendance: 200+ people

Entry: Free

Vechornytsi
October–November 2026 Traditional Gathering

Vechornytsi

Traditional Ukrainian evening gathering.

Program:

  • Songs and games
  • Tasting of homemade dishes
  • Sharing of customs and stories
  • Informal gathering of generations

Location: Community center, library, café or cultural hall

Expected attendance: 30–80 people

Entry: Free

Ukrainian Christmas
December 2026 Christmas Celebration

Ukrainian Christmas

A cultural celebration concluding the entire cycle.

Program:

  • Concert of Czech and Ukrainian carols
  • Craft workshops (Christmas decorations, traditional ornaments)
  • Presentation of Ukrainian Christmas customs
  • Shared Christmas Eve table
  • Folklore program and games for children

Location: Cultural hall, community center

Expected attendance: 50–150 people

Entry: Free

Want to see the full calendar?

Check out the complete overview of all planned events for 2026.

Calendar 2026

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