Saskatchewan's only outdoor Ukrainian Festival takes place annually on the last Saturday in August in Kiwanis Park on the river bank next to Saskatoon's landmark Delta Bessborough Hotel.
The last (2007) event featured an expanded format with activities (buskers, dance lessons, children's activities, pancake breakfast) beginning at 8:30 am on Spadina Crescent (north of the Delta Bessborough Hotel) all the way up to and including the Ukrainian Museum of Canada.
In 2008 the morning will be organized similarly. From noon onward activities will continue in the traditional manner south of the hotel. Featured are the all-day stage show, beer garden, Ukrainian food, children's activities, cultural displays, giant balloon launch and a grass dance with live music. All these components provide an enjoyable family experience,
Patrons relax in the beer garden, or on the lawn, in the shade of huge elm trees where every seat accords an excellent view of the performers on stage with the jade-coloured water of the South Saskatchewan gently flowing by in the background.
Admission is free. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.
Ukraine Day in the Park 2008 takes place August 23 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. Call 306-244-3800 for more information.
Official Website: http://www.ucc.sk.ca/branches/saskatoonBr/udip.htm