Ukrainian Day
Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Ukrainian heritage at Ukrainian Day, a cherished annual event co-hosted by the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village and Ukrainian Canadian Congress-Alberta Provincial Council. Join us as we come together to celebrate the rich history, traditions, and contributions of the Ukrainian community in Alberta.
Time | Event/Activity | Location |
9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. | Church services: St. Nicholas Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church St. Vladimir’s Ukrainian Greek Orthodox Church
| Historical Village |
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | Blessing of: Centenary Pioneer Recognition Monument (11:30) Chornobyl Nuclear Disaster Commemorative Cross (11:40) Canadian Legion Monument (11:50 a.m.) Internment Camp Monument (12:10 p.m.)
| Overview Zone Behind Silska Domiwka |
1 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Ukrainian Day concert, featuring: - Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Company - Feyeria Bandura Group - Kikino Indigenous Dances - MRIYA - Pereveslo - Ruta Musical Folk Ensemble - Razom Orchestra Society - Ukrainian Male Chorus of Edmonton (Yavir) - Respond Contemporary Dance Company
| Band Shell |
All Day Activities
Time | Event/Activity | Location |
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Gift Shop open to purchase souvenirs and gift items
| Visitor Centre |
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Village Market featuring local artisans and vendors
| Visitor Center Courtyard |
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Village Courtyard Stage featuring live music
| Visitor Centre Courtyard |
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Step back in time when you visit our historic buildings. - Free Wagon Rides (Historical Village) - Spelling Bee & Schoolyard Games - Wheat grinding (Burdei) - Butter churning
| Historical Village |
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Community Showcase to learn about Alberta’s Ukrainian community, featuring: - Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies (University of Alberta) - Canadian Polish Historical Society - Catholic Social Services immigration and Settlement Service - Ukrainian Resource and Development Centre (MacEwan University) - Ukraine Genealogy Group - Edmonton - Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus of North America - Ukrainian Women’s Association of Canada Alberta Provincial Executive - Ukrainian Museum of Canada – Alberta Branch - Ukrainian National Youth Federation Edmonton - Ukrainian Patriot - Ukrainian Women’s Association of Canada – Alberta Provincial Executive - Ukrainian Patriot - University of Alberta Ukrainian Students’ Society
| Behind Silska Domiwka/ Red Barn |
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Children’s Activities – presented by Ardrossan Yatran Ukrainian Dancers | Behind Silska Domiwka/Red Barn |
Culinary Activities
Time | Event/Activity | Location |
10 a.m. – 5 a.m. | Light refreshments (coffee, tea, pastries) and ice cream | Sweets and Treats |
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Kalyna Kitchen – Ukrainian buffet | Inside Silska Domiwka/Red Barn |
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Kalyna Kitchen – western menu (burgers and poutine) | Concession window Silska Domiwka/Red Barn |
12 noon – 4:30 p.m. | Tom’s Catering Ukrainian Food | Summer Kitchen near Band Shell |
The Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village is located 25 minutes east of Edmonton along Highway 16.
Additional event information can be found at: https://www.uccab.ca/programs/ukrainian-day/
Regular site admission applies on event days.
For the safety of all visitors, as well as our livestock in the historical village, we ask that you leave your pets at home.