This weekend, Kyiv offers a packed program for everyone looking to make the most of August. Open-air performances will feature Kalush Orchestra, Oleh Skrypka, Domiy, and a jazz quintet playing Sting’s hits. The Bouquet Kyiv Stage and Boho FEST festivals will bring together art lovers and families, while Oleksandr Komyakhov’s exhibition at SQUAT 17B will showcase frontline art with personal stories. Add a swap party, a video game soundtrack concert, and a theater premiere — and you've got the perfect weekend in the capital.
Kalush Orchestra — the winners of Eurovision 2022 — will set the "V’YAVA" stage on fire with their signature mix of hip-hop and Ukrainian ethnic music. The sopilka will meet the beat, the drymba will blend with rap, and folk motifs will sound in a whole new way. Expect energy, meaningful lyrics, and premieres of fresh tracks.
Admission: 300–900 UAH
Kalush Orchestra Open-Air Concert at “VYAVA”
Oleh Skrypka invites you to an open-air evening where rock, cabaret, and Parisian charm come together in one show. Guests will enjoy live instruments, an art deco dress code, iconic hits, and infectious energy. It’ll be a musical journey through time you’ll want to sing along with from the first to the last note.
Admission: from 690 UAH
Oleg Skrypka Grand Cabaret tour
Domiy — winner of YUNA-2025 in the “Breakthrough of the Year” category and author of hits like "Nahaday," "Na porozi," and "Ne proyde" — invites you to an acoustic evening at KURENI Concertni. A new voice on the Ukrainian scene will echo through the Dnipro hills in an intimate atmosphere, perfect for a summer night.
Admission: from 450 UAH
Sting's hits with a jazz twist — that’s the vibe for the evening on the River Mall terrace. "Shape of My Heart," "Fields of Gold," "Englishman in New York," "Desert Rose," "Every Breath You Take," and more iconic tracks will be performed by the Bobeen Jazz Quintet and vocalist Oleksandr Huk.
A warm summer evening with a view of the Dnipro, familiar music, and fresh emotions — the perfect August combo.
Admission: from 400 UAH
This year’s festival theme is “The Heart of Europe Beats in Ukraine.” Visitors can expect over 40 art events across various genres:
In addition to Ukrainian artists, the lineup includes Norwegian duo pianist Øystein Sevåg and guitarist Lakki Patey, an Israeli jazz band, Polish pianist Mateusz Krzyżowski, Georgian composer Nikoloz Rachveli, Polish conductor Vincent Kozlowski, and British researcher Philip Norman — plus several big names still under wraps.
Admission: from 400 UAH per day
SQUAT 17B has opened the exhibition “Our Goal” by artist and serviceman Oleksandr Komyakhov. It features historical-military prints from his “Ukrainika” project, the “ZSU Cats” series, and works created during his active duty.
Highlights include the linocut “Dvizh” about the volunteer movement, the print “Humvee/Nasyppaye,” and the “Varyag Squad” emblem. All proceeds from prints and merchandise will go toward a prosthetic for the artist’s comrade so he can return to service.
Some pieces hold special value — signed by the artist directly on the front lines.
Admission: free
Svidomo’s summer swap is your chance to refresh your wardrobe for free, discover new books or home decor, and clear out your closet. Bring up to 7 clean, high-quality items (clothes, shoes, accessories, books, home trinkets) — and return home with new treasures.
This event is not just about exchanging goods, but also about caring for the environment and enjoying meaningful connections in a friendly atmosphere.
Admission: free, but registration required
Swap party: exchange things and emotions
On August 16, VDNH invites you to the most atmospheric summer event — the Boho FEST family festival. The day at "Shumilend" will be filled with green alleys, giant dinosaurs from Dino Park, and magical figures from the "Wonder Forest."
Guests can enjoy yoga, Hawaiian dancing, kids’ activities, themed photo zones, workshops, a market of Ukrainian brands, test drives, tastings, a relaxation zone, and tons of surprises. On the main stage: Valeria Okhtyrchanka, Sofia Yehorova, ONE MORE, and KOBZARKA.
Admission: free, some attractions require separate payment
On August 17, the National Philharmonic’s Music Salon will host Game ON — a journey into the world of iconic video game soundtracks. The National Academic Orchestra of Ukraine will perform epic themes from *Halo 3*, nostalgic tunes from *Super Mario* and *The Legend of Zelda*, the romantic *Chikai* from *Kingdom Hearts*, and mystical motifs from *The Witcher 3*.
It’s a chance to hear your favorite game music live or discover legendary tracks that have become a core part of gaming culture.
Admission: 350–500 UAH
On August 17 at the House of Cinema, the poetic-theatrical artel “Zavirshovani” will present the play *Dot or Comma* — a strange journey into a room with no corners, where familiar voices come from unfamiliar faces, and time and thoughts play their own games. It may be a dream, a trap, or a trial — but the viewer must decide the ending: place a dot or a comma.
After the show, there will be a raffle, with proceeds going to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Admission: 250–500 UAH
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