What to do in Kyiv on the weekend of April 4–5: concerts, exhibitions, parties, and musicals

The first April weekend in Kyiv will be packed: major concerts, exhibitions, Easter markets, museum events, parties, and outdoor urban initiatives. The program includes Jerry Heil at the Palace of Sports, solo shows by Laud and Liza Bibikova, a new project on Ukrainian illustration at Mystetskyi Arsenal, Easter fairs, a half marathon at VDNG, and a community cleanup in Pyrohiv. We’ve gathered the most interesting events of April 3–5 in one guide.

Laud Concert

Laud returns to Kyiv with a solo concert. The setlist includes the artist’s most well-known songs, including «LIGHTKEEPER», «On This Night», «Made It Up», «2 Days», «Forgive Me», and other signature tracks.

Entry: 690–2190 UAH

Pysanka Workshop «Symbols and Meanings. The Living Tradition of Pysanka»

On the eve of Easter, the «St. Andrew’s Church» museum will host a pysanka-making workshop dedicated to the wax-resist decoration tradition. Participants are invited not only to try the craft but also to immerse themselves in the process itself — attentive, rhythmic, and meditative.

During the session, participants will learn about the meanings of colors and symbols on pysanky, family Easter traditions, and regional особенities of their creation. The workshop will be led by artist Bohdana Bondar.

Entry: 350 UAH per person

Jerry Heil Concert

Jerry Heil will perform a major solo concert at the Palace of Sports. For the singer, this is a special date.

«April 4 is an important date for me, and you’ll later understand why we chose this very day for the Palace of Sports», she notes.

The program includes new stage productions, updated looks, and special guests. In particular, alyona alyona and Nemo have confirmed their participation.

Entry: 1490–1999 UAH

Liza Bibikova Concert

Liza Bibikova will perform at «KultMotyv» with a concert combining well-known songs and new material. Her music is described as an honest conversation with the listener — intimate in tone and deeply personal.

The evening program includes songs «Nearby» and «Why I Always Love You», as well as new releases that the audience will hear among the first. The artist is also preparing special covers.

Entry: 450–700 UAH

Exhibition «Illustration Archive. Ukrainian Illustration in the Dialogue of the Twenties»

Mystetskyi Arsenal opens the exhibition project «Illustration Archive. Ukrainian Illustration in the Dialogue of the Twenties», dedicated to Ukrainian graphic art of the first third of the 20th century. The exhibition proposes to view illustration not as a secondary genre, but as a living process and an important medium through which artists reflected on history, traditions, and modernity.

The project covers a wide range of forms — from miniature initials and handcrafted graphics to monumental murals and digital works. Special attention is given to how illustration helped preserve Ukrainian cultural continuity despite wars, repression, and the totalitarian pressure of the 20th century.

Among the featured artists are Heorhii Narbut, Sofiia Nalepynska-Boichuk, Vasyl Krychevskyi, Mykhailo Zhuk, Oleksandr Ruban, and Serhii Kononchuk. Alongside them, works by contemporary Ukrainian illustrators will be presented, including Romana Romanyshyn and Andrii Lesiv, Tania Yakunova, Anna Sarvira, and others. This approach creates a dialogue between artistic generations and different stages in the development of Ukrainian illustration.

Entry: 100–450 UAH

«Vsi. Svoi. Easter Market»

On the eve of Easter, «Vsi. Svoi» will host a themed market dedicated to holiday shopping and tradition-inspired items. Organizers promise a curated selection of goods created with love and respect for Easter culture.

At the market, visitors can find Easter decor — from wreaths to embroidered towels — as well as products for the festive table: Easter bread (paska), farm cheeses and meats, wine, liqueurs, coffee, honey, preserves, jams, and natural sauces. There will also be candles, textiles, ceramics, embroidered clothing, dresses, and accessories for a festive look.

Entry: free

DJ Mr.DiVibe Performance

Kyiv-based DJ Mr.DiVibe — Dmytro Chubakov — will host the SVITLO YE concert-party at the Small Opera. He was behind the street parties that brought people together during blackouts in various districts of Kyiv — from Rusanivka to Obolon and the Kyiv Sea.

The new event is conceived as a continuation of this story — about light, music, support, and a sense of unity. At the heart of the evening are house, groove, and that live connection with the audience, where music works as a shared pulse.

Entry: 600 UAH

Community Cleanup at the Open-Air Museum

On April 4, the Open-Air Museum invites friends, partners, volunteers, Kyiv residents, and city guests to a large spring cleanup. Ahead of the new season, participants will help tidy up the museum grounds and prepare them for upcoming events.

The program includes post-winter cleanup, landscaping of green areas, preparation of locations, and creating a clean and уютный space. Organizers remind that a toloka is an old Ukrainian tradition of collective work that brings people together around a common cause.

The event is designed not only as a useful initiative but also as an opportunity to spend a day outdoors, meet like-minded people, and contribute to preserving cultural heritage. Participants are asked to bring gloves, trash bags, and, if possible, necessary tools.

Entry: with prior registration

First Easter Fair

The Bessarabian Market will host its first Easter fair. Over two days, local producers will gather with craft products for the festive table — cheeses, meat delicacies, baked goods, sweets, and honey.

In addition to gastronomy, the fair will feature Easter decor and handmade gifts. Organizers also promise themed events and a spring atmosphere — for those who want to stroll through the stalls, choose something for the holiday, and enjoy time in the city.

Entry: free

Kyiv Unbreakable Half Marathon

The Kyiv Unbreakable Half Marathon returns as one of the capital’s main running events. This year’s race will be the 15th edition and the second stage of the 2026 Running League by Run Ukraine.

The program includes several offline race distances: the half marathon (21 km), a «fast start» for the same distance, a 3×7 km relay, 10 km, 5 km, and 1.6 km runs, as well as children’s races of 300, 500, and 1000 meters (registration for these will open separately).

The starter pack includes a personalized bib (with early registration), an electronic timing chip, a course map, access to changing rooms and storage, hydration and nutrition stations, and a finisher’s medal (provided the distance is completed within the time limit). After the race, participants will receive photos and a personal video.

Participation: with prior registration