Freedom and courage: Ukraine's Independence Day/День Незалежності України

Our Schedule:

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Rally in support of Ukraine at the Bedford Square - please register

1:00 PM - 15:30 PM: Festive lunch with borscht - registration mandatory

If you want to register for free, please enter 0 in the "price" field and select the number of tickets.

Ukraine's Independence Day is a symbol of our freedom and sovereignty. This day reminds us of the long fight for independence that started long before 24 August 1991. From the times of the Cossacks defending our lands to the struggles for freedom in the 20th century, our history is full of examples of bravery and heroism.

For over 400 years, Ukrainians have fought for independence. From the Cossack uprisings against the Polish nobility in the 17th century to the national movements against the Russian and Austro-Hungarian empires in the 19th and 20th centuries, Ukrainians have always wanted to live in a free state.

Today, during the hard and bloody war with Russia, which is much stronger and bigger than us, this holiday is very important. Despite the aggression and attempts to break our independence, the Ukrainian people show great strength, unity, and dedication to their ideals. We stand together, defending our land and our values.

Come with your friends and family to support Ukraine, celebrate its achievements, and remind the world of the importance of freedom and democracy. This will be an inspiring and patriotic event where we can honor our heroes, support our defenders, and show our solidarity.

See you at the rally! Glory to Ukraine! Slava Ukraini!