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Evenings of Classical Music

Enjoy the works of Mozart, Bach, Vivaldi, Beethoven, Dvorak and other famous and much-loved classical music composers performed by the Kyiv Soloists Orchestra – Ukraine’s classical music professionals.


Evenings of classical music. July 25, August 15, 30. 8 p.m. Budynok Kino (6 Saksaganskoho St.). Hr 70-250

Dynamo Kyiv vs. Olimpik Donetsk

Since the Ukrainian Premier League season started with an away match for Dynamo Kyiv, many football fans of the city have yet to see the defending champions in action on the pitch. That chance comes on July 25 when Dynamo takes on Olimpik Donetsk at home in the second week of the season.

Dynamo Kyiv vs. Olimpik Donetsk. Olympic Stadium (55 Velyka Vasylkivska St.). July 25. 7 p.m. Hr 35-400
Hr 35-400

First Ukrainian beer festival

To sample some unique and tasty brews, along with savory snacks, genuine beer lovers should definitely go to the PivCultura (Beer Culture) festival. A beer guru will teach attendees how to tell the finest beers from the not-so-fine. Amateur brewers might even pick up some top-secret recipes for their perfect batch. The festival also features contests, workshops, and relaxing music.

Beer Festival in Kyiv. July 25. 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Lavra Gallery (1 Lavrska St.). Hr 100

Pivden Festival in Odesa

Music fans have the chance to see more than 20 Ukrainian bands play live at a two-day festival in Odesa this month. They include Tartak, Kimnata Gretchen, Flit, Tobi, Karna, Sercevy Napad and many others. In true music-festival tradition, camping is allowed, but one needs to reserve a place for a tent.

Musical festival in Odesa. July 25-26. 4 p.m. Hr 170-190

One-day canoe trip on the Samara River

The charms of nature, fresh air, calm waters, and delicious food prepared on an open fire are among the joys of a one-day canoe or boat trip. The Ryba Tourist group offers beginners the chance to learn from experienced instructors who provide all the required equipment for a trip along the Samara River.

One-day canoe trip in Dnipropetrovsk. July 25. 8 a.m. Hr 330

Ten motivational movies

Motivational short films about love, courage, and achieving one’s goals are screening at the Kinoponarama Cinema.The day of inspiring movies features a unique atmosphere, music, and ten inspiring stories filmed by well-known Ukrainian and international directors.


Short films screening. July 30. 8 p.m. Kinoponarama Cinema (19 Shota Rustaveli St.). Hr 50-60

Beatbox championship

Sixteen of Ukraine’s best beatboxers compete for the national championship in this annual contest on July 25. And one doesn’t have to be a beatbox fan to appreciate the amazing music that these guys can create without a single musical instrument.

Beatbox championship. July 25. 6 p.m. MonteRay Live Stage (8 Prorizna St.). Hr 60-80