Welcome to Ukrainian Days in Luxembourg!
It is an annual event that is focused on illuminating Ukrainian heritage to show the beauty, wealth, and deepness of the country. In 2023 celebrations will feature music concerts and cinema screenings, breathtaking fashion shows and art exhibitions, literature evenings and cuisine tastings. Each guest will discover amazing products and brands, as well as learn more about the historical and cultural background of Ukraine, its personalities and achievements, inventions and traditions.
Event activities will be hosted by different museums, galleries, and cultural centres.
UA Days 2023 in numbers
11 events
5 cities
5000+ attendees
90+ volunteers
16 700+ EUR of donations raised
700+ eaten Ukrainian cakes and snacks
Special guest star
OUR PROGRAM
EVENTS
Luxembourg, L-5801
Thecaptivating photos showcasing the beauty of Ukrainian locations, places, and people have been captured by a talented team of Ukrainian photographers. Their lenses have immortalized the essence beauty of Ukraine, immersing the visitors into the Ukrainian world that is sure to impress and inspire.
luxembourg, Luxembourg
◉ Mythological photo exhibition
◉ Violin concert by Vasyl Popadiuk
◉ Poetry readings in French
◉ Branded merchandise zone
◉ Buffet dinner
Extravaganza by Oleksandr Teterin presents a universe of mythical creatures-characters from “The Forest Song” (“Lisova Pisnya”, 1911), fantasy play by Ukraine’s famous writer Lesya Ukrainka. She was a prominent author who successfully combined European refinement with Ukrainian depth, and who does not cease to inspire until this very day.
The famous Ukrainian violinist Vasyl Popadiuk will open the event with the eponymous song and will immerse the audience in the world of magical creatures, as well as poetry readings in French, which will help the audience to dive into the beautiful atmosphere of the event. Vasyl Popadiuk, a “Ukrainian Paganini”, is known for his virtuosic violin playing and as the lead player in PAPADUKE band. The ensemble is celebrated for its fusion of Eastern European melodies with classic pop, rock, jazz, and traditional Slavic and gypsy music.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
◉ Art
◉ Fashion show
◉ Cocktail
Vyshyvanka (Ukrainian traditional embroidered clothes) is not only an ancient part of Ukrainians' wardrobe that has been passed down from generation to generation and served as a talisman for its owner. It has accompanied the Ukrainian people since ancient times and was a symbol of rebellion and a way of self-expression of their freedom and defiance of their oppressors. During the event, professional models, alongside women from Luxembourg, will showcase vyshyvankas designed symbolizing the beauty of traditional clothing and the indomitable spirit of Ukrainians.
The exhibition is co-organised by Luxembourg City Museum and LUkraine asbl
Maria Prymachenko, an outstanding self-educated Ukrainian artist of the 20th century, spent most of her life in a village in the Kyiv region, while her paintings conquered the world: Paris, Warsaw, Sofia, Montreal, Prague, and even Beijing. Maria Prymachenko's creative output includes more than 3,000 paintings. Rumors have it that Pablo Picasso noticed the paintings of the Ukrainian artist and called them “beautiful works of a brilliant woman.”
On February 25, 2022, a Russian missile hit the museum in Ivankiv, where Maria Prymachenko's paintings were kept. Thanks to Ukrainian volunteers and local residents who were under occupation, the artist's collection of paintings was saved. Risking their lives and hiding from shelling, the locals protected the paintings of Maria Prymachenko. And today, together with the Maria Prymachenko Family Foundation, we are bringing 5 masterpieces to present them in Luxembourg.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Among the array of photographs in the album for the exhibition, we present 14 images of Ukrainian women who lived in past centuries. Worthy, majestic, focused, freedom-loving — such are the ancestors of Ukrainians. This is more than just photos. This is evidence of the diversity and uniqueness of Ukrainian culture.
OPENING CEREMONY 4PM JUN 10, 2023, EXHIBITION IS RUNNING TILL JUNE 18
Program:
◉ Mythological photo exhibition
◉ Musical concert
◉ Flower workshops
◉ Poetry readings
◉ Branded merchandise zone
◉ Furshet for all the guests
This exhibition shows us how nature is animated, speaking, and innumerably prodigious, it has a divine and sacred dimension-holds. Through these artworks, we appeal that our Earth contains so many miracles, and we may never truly unlock all of nature's secrets.
Entrance for donations
In Ukrainian tradition, women have always held a prominent position as independent individuals with nearly equal rights and freedoms as men. They have been active participants in shaping historical events, not only within the country but also beyond its borders.
Alongside Irena Karpa, we will watch the impactful documentary film "Oh, Sister!" that captures the courage and resilience of six remarkable women in Ukraine as they face the challenges of the ongoing Russian invasion. We will discuss the pivotal role of the female image, which holds a central place in Ukrainian culture and plays a crucial role in shaping society. Irena Karpa, a renowned feminist, Ukrainian writer, journalist, TV presenter, singer, a member of PEN Ukraine. Irena Karpa previously served as the first secretary for cultural affairs of the Embassy of Ukraine in France.
Entrance to the event is by donation. All funds raised will be transferred to LUkraine's project.
As the first and only in Ukraine carillonist who graduated from Jef Denyn Belgian Royal Carillon School, and also active promoter of carillon art in Ukraine and other countries, Iryna Riabchun wlll perform in Luxembourg.
The carillon of Basilika in Echternach is the only carillon in Grand Duchy. It's located in the south east tower and consists of 50 bells, cast in the foundry of Maria Laach Abbey (D) by Br. Michael Reuter in 2008. The biggest bell weighs 1,900 kg, the total weight of all the bells is 12,000 kg.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Ukrainian designers have been known around the world for a long time, but since last year, Ukrainian fashion has been going through a renaissance. Beyonce, Rihanna, Madonna, the Hadid sisters, Selena Gomez, Dua Lipa, and many other celebrities choose to wear Ukrainian designers, showing their support for Ukraine and Ukrainian artists. A special feature of the evening is the defile of models.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
The Closing Ceremony marks the official end of the Ukrainian Days in Luxembourg! Let us look back, celebrate, and be celebrated together! Everyone is invited to join and enjoy the last stunning event while already looking forward to the UA days in Luxembourg 2024!
Program includes:
◉ Short films in different genres
◉ Amazing concert bands - Xarms from Ukraine and Rome from Luxembourg
◉ The posters collection of Ukrainian graphic art
◉ Delicious street food
◉ Interactive activities
◉ Exclusive merch
We are delighted to announce our partnership with Aal Schoul Restaurant, as they embrace the spirit of UA Days by introducing Ukrainian delicacies to their menu. Aal Schoul Restaurant has curated a special Ukrainian Menu to delight your taste buds. From June 1st to June 15th, immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Ukraine with the delectable dishes. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the flavors of Ukraine. Come and join us on this delightful culinary journey!
Fantastic family movie about a boy and his superhero dog directed by Anatoly Mateshka
In Ukrainian with English subtitles
02.06. DIEKIRCH - 14:15
04.06 DIEKIRCH - 14:30
04.06 ECHTERNACH - 13:30
04.06 WILTZ - 14:30
06.06 DUDELANGE - 15:00
08.06 DIEKIRCH - 14:15
10.06 ECHTERNACH - 15:00
10.06 DUDELANGE - 14:00
10.06 GREVENMACHER - 16:30
11.06 DIEKIRCH - 14:15
11.06 KAHLER - 16:30
11.06 TROISVIERGES - 16:00
13.06 DUDELANGE - 15:00
Animated family movie about friendship of a little girl and tiny robot Viktor and their exciting adventures
In Ukrainian with English subtitles
You can buy tickets
02.06. DUDELANGE - 14:00
03.06. DIEKIRCH - 14:15
03.06. ECHTERNACH - 15:00
03.06. WILTZ - 14:30
04.06. GREVENMACHER - 14:00
06.06. DIEKIRCH - 14:30
08.06. DUDELANGE - 15:00
10.06. DIEKIRCH - 14:15
11.06. DUDELANGE - 14:00
11.06. ECHTERNACH - 13:30
11.06. KAHLER - 14:30
11.06. BETTEMBOURG - 16:00
13.06. DIEKIRCH - 14:30
15.06. DIEKIRCH - 15:00
Luxembourg, L-5801
Thecaptivating photos showcasing the beauty of Ukrainian locations, places, and people have been captured by a talented team of Ukrainian photographers. Their lenses have immortalized the essence beauty of Ukraine, immersing the visitors into the Ukrainian world that is sure to impress and inspire.
Movie is based on the novel "Felix Austria" by the Ukrainian writer Sofia Andruhovych, which became a "BBC Book of The Year - 2014". The events of the film take place in the 19th century in the Austro-Hungarian Ukraine
In Ukrainian with English subtitles
You can buy tickets
03.06. DIEKIRCH - 19:30
04.06. WILTZ - 19:00
05.06. TROISVIERGES - 20:00
06.06. ECHTERNACH - 18:15
07.06. DIEKIRCH - 19:30
07.06. KAHLER - 20:00
09.06. DUDELANGE - 19:00
10.06. BETTEMBOURG - 20:00
11.06. DIEKIRCH - 19:30
13.06. DUDELANGE - 20:30
15.06. ECHTERNACH - 18:15
luxembourg, Luxembourg
◉ Mythological photo exhibition
◉ Violin concert by Vasyl Popadiuk
◉ Poetry readings in French
◉ Branded merchandise zone
◉ Buffet dinner
Extravaganza by Oleksandr Teterin presents a universe of mythical creatures-characters from “The Forest Song” (“Lisova Pisnya”, 1911), fantasy play by Ukraine’s famous writer Lesya Ukrainka. She was a prominent author who successfully combined European refinement with Ukrainian depth, and who does not cease to inspire until this very day.
The famous Ukrainian violinist Vasyl Popadiuk will open the event with the eponymous song and will immerse the audience in the world of magical creatures, as well as poetry readings in French, which will help the audience to dive into the beautiful atmosphere of the event. Vasyl Popadiuk, a “Ukrainian Paganini”, is known for his virtuosic violin playing and as the lead player in PAPADUKE band. The ensemble is celebrated for its fusion of Eastern European melodies with classic pop, rock, jazz, and traditional Slavic and gypsy music.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
◉ Art
◉ Fashion show
◉ Cocktail
Vyshyvanka (Ukrainian traditional embroidered clothes) is not only an ancient part of Ukrainians' wardrobe that has been passed down from generation to generation and served as a talisman for its owner. It has accompanied the Ukrainian people since ancient times and was a symbol of rebellion and a way of self-expression of their freedom and defiance of their oppressors. During the event, professional models, alongside women from Luxembourg, will showcase vyshyvankas designed symbolizing the beauty of traditional clothing and the indomitable spirit of Ukrainians.
The exhibition is co-organised by Luxembourg City Museum and LUkraine asbl
Maria Prymachenko, an outstanding self-educated Ukrainian artist of the 20th century, spent most of her life in a village in the Kyiv region, while her paintings conquered the world: Paris, Warsaw, Sofia, Montreal, Prague, and even Beijing. Maria Prymachenko's creative output includes more than 3,000 paintings. Rumors have it that Pablo Picasso noticed the paintings of the Ukrainian artist and called them “beautiful works of a brilliant woman.”
On February 25, 2022, a Russian missile hit the museum in Ivankiv, where Maria Prymachenko's paintings were kept. Thanks to Ukrainian volunteers and local residents who were under occupation, the artist's collection of paintings was saved. Risking their lives and hiding from shelling, the locals protected the paintings of Maria Prymachenko. And today, together with the Maria Prymachenko Family Foundation, we are bringing 5 masterpieces to present them in Luxembourg.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Among the array of photographs in the album for the exhibition, we present 14 images of Ukrainian women who lived in past centuries. Worthy, majestic, focused, freedom-loving — such are the ancestors of Ukrainians. This is more than just photos. This is evidence of the diversity and uniqueness of Ukrainian culture.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Viktor Robot (2020) is a full-length animated cartoon film. The film received the prize of audience sympathy at the Odesa International Film Festival in 2020 and became the best-animated film according to the national award of film critics “Kinokol”. Also, the animated work received an award from the Ukrainian Film Academy “Golden Dzyga” in the nomination for “Best Song”. The distant future setting features an artificial star that is supposed to provide energy to the planets around it but is not working. The only one who can fix it is little Vika’s grandfather, who created this light. However, he mysteriously disappears. The girl, together with her assistant – a tiny robot Viktor – goes in search of him. This is how the exciting adventures of two friends begin.
OPENING CEREMONY 4PM JUN 10, 2023, EXHIBITION IS RUNNING TILL JUNE 18
Program:
◉ Mythological photo exhibition
◉ Musical concert
◉ Flower workshops
◉ Poetry readings
◉ Branded merchandise zone
◉ Furshet for all the guests
This exhibition shows us how nature is animated, speaking, and innumerably prodigious, it has a divine and sacred dimension-holds. Through these artworks, we appeal that our Earth contains so many miracles, and we may never truly unlock all of nature's secrets.
Entrance for donations
In Ukrainian tradition, women have always held a prominent position as independent individuals with nearly equal rights and freedoms as men. They have been active participants in shaping historical events, not only within the country but also beyond its borders.
Alongside Irena Karpa, we will watch the impactful documentary film "Oh, Sister!" that captures the courage and resilience of six remarkable women in Ukraine as they face the challenges of the ongoing Russian invasion. We will discuss the pivotal role of the female image, which holds a central place in Ukrainian culture and plays a crucial role in shaping society. Irena Karpa, a renowned feminist, Ukrainian writer, journalist, TV presenter, singer, a member of PEN Ukraine. Irena Karpa previously served as the first secretary for cultural affairs of the Embassy of Ukraine in France.
Entrance to the event is by donation. All funds raised will be transferred to LUkraine's project.
The plot of the of the Ukrainian film "KLONDIKE" by Marina Er Gorbach revolves around the events of the russian-Ukrainian war in Donbas and the downing of flight MH17.
It's a special charity screening organised by CinEast and Cinémathèque Luxembourg in partnership with LUkraine asbl
In Ukrainian with English subtitles
Donbass, Ukriane. A small cargo plane that was to deliver supplies to the soldiers of a unit, which got encircled, is shot down near an urban-type settlement. The crew of four people (topographer, radio operator, volunteer, and American doctor of Ukrainian origin) manage to jump out with parachutes into the occupied territory. The pilot and the pilot's assistant steer the plane away from the settlement. The plane falls behind the forest into a swamp.
The adventures of the crew begin on the occupied territory. Against the backdrop of the crew members’ adventures, the story of the chief’s mother, 40-year-old Galyna, who heads to the East to buy out her son from captivity, unfolds.
In Ukrainian with French subtitles
Scala/Diekirch
You can buy tickets
As the first and only in Ukraine carillonist who graduated from Jef Denyn Belgian Royal Carillon School, and also active promoter of carillon art in Ukraine and other countries, Iryna Riabchun wlll perform in Luxembourg.
The carillon of Basilika in Echternach is the only carillon in Grand Duchy. It's located in the south east tower and consists of 50 bells, cast in the foundry of Maria Laach Abbey (D) by Br. Michael Reuter in 2008. The biggest bell weighs 1,900 kg, the total weight of all the bells is 12,000 kg.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Ukrainian designers have been known around the world for a long time, but since last year, Ukrainian fashion has been going through a renaissance. Beyonce, Rihanna, Madonna, the Hadid sisters, Selena Gomez, Dua Lipa, and many other celebrities choose to wear Ukrainian designers, showing their support for Ukraine and Ukrainian artists. A special feature of the evening is the defile of models.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
The Closing Ceremony marks the official end of the Ukrainian Days in Luxembourg! Let us look back, celebrate, and be celebrated together! Everyone is invited to join and enjoy the last stunning event while already looking forward to the UA days in Luxembourg 2024!
Program includes:
◉ Short films in different genres
◉ Amazing concert bands - Xarms from Ukraine and Rome from Luxembourg
◉ The posters collection of Ukrainian graphic art
◉ Delicious street food
◉ Interactive activities
◉ Exclusive merch
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Movie is based on the novel "Felix Austria" by the Ukrainian writer Sofia Andruhovych, which became a "BBC Book of The Year - 2014". The events of the film take place in the 19th century in the Austro-Hungarian Ukraine
In Ukrainian with English subtitles
Frank Wilde
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