Obzhynky Fest

In the organizer's words:

Spas is here - summer is gone.

As the warmth of summer gradually fades, a subtle change in the air heralds the approach of fall. By this time, the hard agricultural work, such as harvest gathering and haymaking, is already complete, which means it's time to celebrate Thanksgiving.

In Ukraine, Thanksgiving, also known as"Obzhynky", is a traditional festival that marks the end of the agricultural season.

On this day, people honor the"Obzhynkovyi Didukh", which is made from the last sheaf, and girls make wreaths from ears of grain and flowers while singing as they walk to the village where the harvest festival has begun.

There is a similar day in Europe - the harvest festival. People thank God, nature and all those who have worked hard for the good harvest.

But Thanksgiving is not just a celebration of the harvest.

It is also a celebration of family togetherness.

It is no wonder that many Ukrainian festive songs sing about the family.

We are therefore delighted to invite you to the harvest festival, where we will sing songs together, make a traditional bouquet for Spas and enjoy apple pie.

• Date: September 7th
• Time: 17:00 - meeting, 17:30 - start
• Place: Hofgarten (NRW-Forum, 51°13'58.2 "N 6°46'28.6 "E)
• Price: 20 € (children under 10 years - free of charge)

English

The Spas has come - summer has gone

As summer's warmth begins to fade, a subtle shift in the air announces autumn's approach. At this time, the hard agricultural work, such as harvesting and haymaking, is already finished, which means it's time to celebrate the Harvest Festival.

In Ukraine, the Harvest Festival, known as "Obzhynky", is a traditional celebration marking the end of the agricultural season.

On this day, people would honor the "Obzhynkovyi Didukh," made from the last sheaf, and girls would make wreaths from ears of grain and flowers, singing as they went to the village where the harvest festival began.

There is a similar day in Europe - Thanksgiving Day. People give thanks to God, nature, and everyone who worked hard for the good harvest.

But the Harvest Festival is not only a celebration of the harvest.

It is a celebration of family unity.

It is no wonder that many Ukrainian ceremonial songs sing about the family.

From creators of Podiya Market, we are pleased to invite you to the Obzhynky Festival, where we will sing songs together, create a traditional bouquet for Spas, and enjoy apple pie.

Yours,

Ukrainian Culture Network