A vibrant celebration was held at Odessa Zoo in honor of Flag Day and Independence Day of Ukraine.

For the young visitors, an engaging program was prepared, including fun games, contests, entertainment, free face painting, workshops, and ice cream. During one workshop, children and their parents left colorful handprints on a map of Ukraine.

Additionally, entertainers delighted the children with a bubble show, creating an atmosphere of joy and merriment.

Odessa Zoo thanks the NGO «Free and Faithful», the exemplary choreography group «Fairy Tale», and the Seraphim of Sarov Children's Foundation for their assistance in organizing the celebration.

Furthermore, a festive concert took place on Deribasivska Street in honor of Flag Day and Independence Day.

The concert featured performances by: the military academy orchestra «Studio-117», the exemplary dance studio Dance drum show, a combined choir including the exemplary choir «Cantilenа» from S.K. Kryzhanovsky music school and the senior choir «Allegro» from music school No. 2 named after O.K. Glazunov, groups from the Odessa City Center for Choreographic Arts, bands: THE NIKAS, PortMone, «Friend Musician», and the ensemble «Slavs». The event was hosted by Dmytro Bohomolov.

Such events not only inspire but also unite Ukrainians, reminding us of the importance of unity and patriotism during this challenging time for the country.