10 Must-Visit Festivals In Ukraine

Ukraine is not only a sightseeing destination but also a country with plenty of festivals that can easily compete for international recognition. Different musical genres, world premieres and films by local youth, or extreme sports – the best of Ukrainian festivals are looking forward to amazing your with their high level of organization and the line-ups of your dreams.

Leopolis Jazz Fest

When: June 27 – July 1

Where: Lviv

The success of this festival went far beyond the borders of the country. It is considered to be among the ten best jazz events in Europe. Until 2017 it was called Alpha Jazz Fest, but the committee has changed the name to Leopolis. The festival welcomes world-renowned jazz stars and 40,000 spectators every year. The musicians share the magic of sound on three stages, two of which have free entry. In addition to the scheduled concerts, you can listen to jam sessions, attend various workshops, and chat with jazzmen at autograph sessions. If you are in love with jazz and the city of Lviv, it is the right place to travel to in late June.

Lviv, Ukraine

Atlas Weekend

When: July 4 – July 8

Where: Kiev

Atlas Weekend is a major Kiev festival, which pleases its guests with a variety of locations and an excellent line-up every year. Among the performers that have already played here are such musicians as Apocalyptica, The Prodigy, John Newman, Three Days Grace, Alex Clare, and famous Ukrainian musicians like Jamala (the winner of the Eurovision 2017), Onuka (band of electronic folk), The Hardkiss (rock band that performs in English), and many others. There is a tent city on the territory, but it is not necessary to spend the night – the entrance and exit of the festival are unlimited.