Welcome-Вітаємо! to the Ukraine Kyiv Pavilion
PROUDLY SUPPORTING LOCAL ARTISTS, BUSINESSES, and ENTREPRENEURS!
UKRAINE KYIV PAVILION 'YARMAROK'
The Ukraine Kyiv pavilion is proud to showcase the rich and vibrant folklore of the Ukrainian YARMAROK.
Long before dawn, peasants got out of the villages on foot or on carts and dragged themselves in a long line to the place of the fair. We went to the fair as if for a big holiday – beautifully dressed, in a good mood. The fair lasted for several days and was a place of comradery, commerce, and good will for people from different and sometimes remote areas. So, it is natural that each fair was not only a marketplace, but also a place for entertainment.
Generosity being a cornerstone custom of the YARMAROK, our pavilion proceeds will be used to support displaced Ukrainians relocating to Manitoba.
About Our Pavillon
Ukraine Kyiv Pavilion has been part of Folklorama since the beginning of the festival in 1970. Each year, the Pavilion continues to contribute to Folklorama’s goals of celebrating diversity and promoting cultural understanding.
Ukraine Kyiv Pavilion’s sponsoring organization is the Ukrainian Canadian Congress Manitoba Provincial Council. Each year the Ukraine Kyiv Pavilion organizing team/committee executes a new and vibrant experience for pavilion guests. This is accomplished by constantly changing themes with which we focus on showcasing, cuisine, music, cultural displays, and an educational component of the pavilion for guests to experience. Creating a new and different pavilion guest experience from year to year, results in our pavilion being consistently one of the largest and most popular Folklorama pavilions, with an average attendance of over 10,000 guests annually.
The Pavilion is extremely grateful for the support that it receives from both individuals and organizations within the Ukrainian community.
Pavilion Ambassadors
We’re proud to introduce the incredible individuals representing the Ukraine Kyiv Pavilion at this year’s 2025 Summer Folklorama Festival!
Each ambassador brings their own unique connection to Ukrainian culture and a strong history of volunteerism—both at the Pavilion and throughout the broader Ukrainian community across Manitoba and beyond.
our pavilion's offerings are locally sourced and produced
Pavilion Entertainment
🎭 Experience Something New Every Night! 🎶
The Ukraine Kyiv Pavilion’s entertainment features a fresh show every evening, showcasing an exciting line-up of incredibly talented dancers, singers, and musicians — many of whom are audience favourites and cultural icons.
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Our 2025 performance schedule is now official!
Pavilion Menu
Come hungry — our Pavilion kitchen is serving up some of the most beloved dishes from Ukraine’s rich culinary traditions! Guests can look forward to comforting, homemade-style meals that are full of flavour, heritage, and heart.
Menu Samples Include:
- Borshch – Hearty beet soup with vegetables and herbs
- Varenyky (Perogies) – Stuffed dumplin
Come hungry — our Pavilion kitchen is serving up some of the most beloved dishes from Ukraine’s rich culinary traditions! Guests can look forward to comforting, homemade-style meals that are full of flavour, heritage, and heart.
Menu Samples Include:
- Borshch – Hearty beet soup with vegetables and herbs
- Varenyky (Perogies) – Stuffed dumplings served with sour cream
- Holubtsi (Cabbage Rolls) – Tender cabbage leaves filled with rice and meat
...and so much more!
Our full 2025 Pavilion Menu will be announced soon — stay tuned to see what delicious Ukrainian favourites will be featured this year!
Pavilion MARKETPLACE
Pavilion MARKETPLACE
✨ Don’t let the experience end at the show – there’s more to discover! ✨
Extend your visit by stepping into what many call “a pavilion within the pavilion” — our always-bustling Marketplace at the Ukraine Kyiv Pavilion!
🧁 Satisfy your cravings with traditional snacks, desserts, and a variety of refreshing beverages.
🎶 Enjoy even more ent
✨ Don’t let the experience end at the show – there’s more to discover! ✨
Extend your visit by stepping into what many call “a pavilion within the pavilion” — our always-bustling Marketplace at the Ukraine Kyiv Pavilion!
🧁 Satisfy your cravings with traditional snacks, desserts, and a variety of refreshing beverages.
🎶 Enjoy even more entertainment featuring talented Ukrainian musicians and singers, creating a true village festival atmosphere.
🛍️ Before you head home, stop by our charming Boutique to pick up authentic souvenirs and gifts.
🌾 And new this year — explore our first-ever YARMAROK (Ukrainian-style Farmers Market), where you’ll find delicious cultural foods, handmade goods, and artisan treasures!
There’s something for everyone in the Marketplace — come experience the heart of the pavilion!
Join Us
Tickets & Dinner Reservations Are Filling Up Fast!
Make the most of your Folklorama experience with our Dinner Reservation option — it’s the perfect way to enjoy the show in comfort and style. With a dinner reservation, you’ll have a guaranteed table, priority seating, and table-side service for your delicious Ukrainian meal and drinks.
Something NEW is coming to the Ukraine Kyiv Pavilion!
This year, we're excited to introduce our very first YARMAROK (Ukrainian-style Farmers Market) in the Marketplace area!
Come be part of this vibrant new addition and help us offer our guests a true Yarmarok experience — filled with Handcrafted Items, Cultural / Ukrainian-themed Goods and Foods!
Whether you're a vendor of authentic Ukrainian goods or a visitor looking to immerse yourself in culture, food, and tradition — this is where the spirit of the village meets the joy of the festival!
Vendor applications now open!