Enjoy a day of celebrating Ukrainian culture in the Hudson Valley at the Ashokan Center with live musical performances, food and craft vendors, guided nature explorations, and more! The day will be filled with a diverse lineup of Ukrainian music, Ukrainian folk medicine plant walks, dance instructions, hands-on workshops showcasing Ukrainian potters, wool spinning, and weaving artists. Stay tuned for a full-lineup as we get closer to the event.

50% of all proceeds will be donated to Ukrainian-American Youth Association of the Hudson Valley. The support for Ukrainian American Youth Association’s (UAYA) efforts to aid children and hospitals in Ukraine is incredibly important, especially given the current challenges the country faces.

According to the Ukrainian American Youth Association of the Hudson Valley, there are around 500,000 Ukrainians in New York, with many calling the Hudson Valley home. In the Hudson Valley alone, there are over 3,000 refugees who fled the country, leaving all their loved ones behind and families torn apart.

“The natural beauty and wooden architecture of the Ashokan Center invokes a sense of the Ukrainian mountain communities, creating a meaningful and resonant backdrop for this event. Showcasing and connecting with Ukrainian culture and community helps bring the issues in Ukraine closer to people’s hearts and helps support its resilience and fight for freedom.” – Danylo Mykula, Ukrainian American Youth Association

Ukrainian Community Day is a collaborative celebration between the Ashokan Center, Ukrainian American Youth Association of the Hudson Valley, Soyuzivka – Ukrainian National Foundation, Animal Stone Productions, and Andy Teirstein – Musical Director and event coordinatior, and Halyna Shepko – Ukrainian Community Consultant.