# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Kolodiy Festival (Masnytsya) - Traditional Ukrainian Pre-lenten Celebration
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: We warmly invite you to join us for Kolodiy Festival (Masnytsya) - one of the oldest traditional Ukrainian celebrations, marking the joyful farewell to winter and the welcoming of spring ?

? February 22
? 13:00 - 16:00
? St. Anthony’s Church (603 Union st, Fredericton)

A joyful celebration of Ukrainian tradition featuring:
- delicious food (*cottage cheese varenyky, crepes, etc);
- folk customs and games;
- face painting;
- music, and warm community spirit. 

In Ukraine, Kolodiy (Masnytsya) - also known as Cheese Week - has traditionally been a time of family gatherings, hospitality, laughter, and shared joy. During this week, people prepared cheese-filled dumplings, pancakes (crepes), shared food with one another, sang songs, danced in circles, and took part in folk games.
A special place in these celebrations belongs to the Kolodiy Festival - an ancient ritual symbolizing continuity of life, community unity, and vital energy. Kolodiya represents folk wisdom, humor, and the strong bond between generations. It has always been a celebration of connection, kindness, and togetherness.

? A tasty highlight of the celebration ☕
 Our celebration wouldn’t be complete without varenyky (pierogi) with cottage cheese and pancakes (crepes) with a variety of sweet and savory fillings, available for purchase for a symbolic fee. 
Payment option accepted: cash or e-transfer.

Guests will also enjoy hot drinks - coffee, tea, and hot chocolate - perfect for warming up and enjoying the cozy, friendly atmosphere.

Today, far from our homeland, we strive to return to the traditions of our ancestors, revive Ukrainian cultural celebrations, and pass them on to our children. Through events like this, we preserve cultural memory, strengthen our community, and maintain a living, heartfelt connection to Ukraine ??

Families, children, and friends are warmly invited to celebrate with us - a joyful event filled with Ukrainian traditions, warmth, and happiness.

✨ We look forward to welcoming everyone! ✨
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fredericton/kolodiy-festival-masnytsya-traditional-ukrainian-pre-lenten-celebration/200029661751031
- **Event Categories**: Festivals, Art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 48

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Fredericton
- **state**: NB
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Saint Anthony's Church
- **lat**: 45.9681799
- **long**: -66.62997
- **full address**: Saint Anthony's Church, 603 Union Street,Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Kolodiy Festival (Masnytsya) - Traditional Ukrainian Pre-lenten Celebration being held?
  - **A:** Kolodiy Festival (Masnytsya) - Traditional Ukrainian Pre-lenten Celebration takes place on Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Saint Anthony's Church, 603 Union Street,Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Kolodiy Festival (Masnytsya) - Traditional Ukrainian Pre-lenten Celebration?
  - **A:** Kolodiy Festival (Masnytsya) - Traditional Ukrainian Pre-lenten Celebration is organized by Ukrainian Association of Fredericton.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Kolodiy Festival (Masnytsya) - Traditional Ukrainian Pre-lenten Celebration is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fredericton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Kolodiy Festival (Masnytsya) - Traditional Ukrainian Pre-lenten Celebration sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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