Famous for his ethnic shows among other amazing stage gigs, Ukrainian musician Oleh Skrypka doesn’t stop whatever the weather.
During the winter edition of his Country of Dreams (Krayina Mriy) annual festival, he has a bunch of celebrations to check out.
The outdoor museum – a replica of a typical Ukrainian village, will play host to all the events.
Friday, Jan. 7 – celebration of Orthodox Christmas with a holiday market, caroling and Skrypka’s concert.
Thursday, Jan. 13 – celebration of the Old New Year’s Eve, the first day of a new year on the old calendar, which was in use until the 1917 October Revolution. Expect more carols, folk songs and traditional theatrical performances.
Friday, Jan. 14 – Saint Vasyl Day will be marked by carol workshops followed by a chance to watch cartoons on a big screen.
Wednesday, Jan. 19 – Epiphany will be celebrated as usual by plunging into ice water. Then you can warm up taking Ukrainian dance lessons and sing with TopOrkestra and Mad Heads XL bands.
Mamayeva Sloboda, 2 Dontsya St., 361-9848, 590-5555, www.krainamriy.com.
Tickets: Hr 10 children, Hr 40 adults
