About event
"Oh, a Kolodoika Fell from the Sky" — Kolodii (Masnytsia) at "Mamayeva Sloboda" February 21 & 22, 2026 Starts at 1:00 PM
Event Program:
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Mini-tour of an authentic 17th–18th century Cossack village, located near one of the sources of the Lybid River.
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Varenyky making masterclass — "My Lucky Dumpling": every participant will hand-craft several of their own "lucky" varenyky.
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Celebration according to authentic Ukrainian rites and traditions — a talk on the sacred meanings of the holiday: WHY VARENYK AND KOLODKA, INSTEAD OF BLINI AND EFFIGIES?!
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Swaddling the Kolodka (the traditional ritual of "birthing" the wooden log).
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Attaching the Kolodka — a symbolic "punishment" for unmarried young men and women.
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Dragging and "dancing out" the Kolodka.
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Folk dance masterclass.
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Tasting of traditional varenyky and the spirited "Pani Vyshnia" (cherry liqueur).
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Enchanting authentic singing and live performances by a folklore ensemble.
Duration: 2 – 2.5 hours
