The Ukrainian Heritage Festival
in Yonkers, New York
welcomes you!

Once again, it’s time to join us in celebrating our Ukrainian heritage. The 25th Annual Ukrainian Heritage Festival is back with more food, fun, thrills, and performers. Last year’s festival was rated our best ever among non-Ukrainians and we are hoping to out-do ourselves again this year. Large crowds of people from the Tri-state area and beyond come to join in on the festivities during the mega-3-day affair every June. People from miles away come to share in the Ukrainian experience as only the Yonkers Ukrainians can present it.

The original idea of having a 3-day festival that showcased Ukraine and Ukrainians in a positive light was conceived by several members of the Yonkers branch of the Ukrainian American Youth Association who felt that even though we have much to be proud of, we were relatively unknown as a community and as a nation. This festival gives us the opportunity to be seen and heard, and have some fun in the process as well. We have new rides, more vendors, and an array of performers that will warm your hearts with their singing, dazzle you with their leaps and bounds, and charm you with their smiles.

If you have been looking for a special Ukrainian musical CD, videotape, or cassette, then you are in the right place. Are you looking to brush up on your Ukrainian language skills, or maybe you want to learn how to speak it? Some of our vendors can certainly help you in that respect. Pick up a vase for a wedding gift, or maybe a painting, or an embroidered blouse-the selections are endless. Eat, drink, and be entertained by the dancers, singers, and musicians. Meet friends and acquaintances that you only see during occasions like this. Learn about Ukraine and Ukrainians-Ukrainians and Ukrainian-Americans have been an active part of Yonkers for over 100 years and we are thrilled to share our heritage with all who join us every June.

The 25th Annual Ukrainian Heritage Festival offers you three days of warmth, food, fun, and excitement, and we are certain you will agree this is our best festival to date. There is plenty to do and see, so bring the whole family over. Let your children have some magical moments on the rides, or try to win a gift for that certain someone at one of the games.

Are you hungry? Grab a plate of delicious varenyky and have a cold drink with them. (For Recipes, see our Food page). Or perhaps you have a really big appetite? Then, may we suggest a Kozak special, a combination platter, or our new Chicken Kyiv-meals that will surely satisfy the biggest Kozak in the family. Afterwards, take a ride with the children on the slide, or on one of the other rides that will get your heart racing. After your heart rate returns to normal (something which our doctors and nurses can confirm for you at our free blood pressure check), check out the Ukrainian art displays and demonstrations. Or browse the booths where you can buy a gift, meet new people, or take a chance at the lottery table. After all of that, sit down, relax, and watch the show. Enjoy the beauty of the church grounds under the shade of a tall elm.

Perhaps you are curious about Ukraine and her Ukrainian people, our language, history, and culture, but weren’t sure whom to ask? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Visit some of our vendors who offer a wide selection of English language books and videos to help you out. You will find that they are eager to accommodate you.

After you have bought those books and vases, after you have eaten all that you can, and after your children have been on every ride for the umpteenth time, relax and enjoy yourselves in front of the stage and enjoy some traditional and contemporary Ukrainian music. Stay with us a while longer and enjoy the performers, featuring Ukrainian singers, dancers, and comedians. We are sure that you will come away from our festival with memories that you will cherish for many years!

See you at the festival this June!

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