Cultural events for the New Year holidays in Kyiv
In Kyiv, many cultural events are planned for the New Year holidays, including performances, concerts, and entertainment activities for children and adults. Among the main events are various theatrical performances that promise to create a festive atmosphere and provide unforgettable moments.
- New Year performance 'The Tale of 12 Months': will take place from December 25 to 28, December 30, 2025, and January 2-3, 2026, at the 'Ukraine' Palace.
- Performance 'Vertep: Malanka is Lost': will take place from December 26, 2025, to January 9, 2026, at the Young Spectator Theater.
- Ballet 'The Nutcracker and the Mouse King': will be held from December 25, 2025, to January 23, 2026.
- Performance 'Christmas & Artificial Intelligence Battle': will take place from December 26, 2025, to January 2, 2026, at the National Music Academy of Ukraine.
Entertainment centers and fantastic locations will also attract attention. Santa's residence 2025 will open at VDNH, operating from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM in December-January, where visitors can enjoy festive entertainment.
Additionally, several ice rinks are operating in Kyiv, which will provide great opportunities for active leisure:
- Ice rink 'Winter Country': at VDNH will operate until March 2, 2025.
- Ice rink 'Crystal Ice Rink': on the embankment of the River Mall shopping center will be open from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM on weekends and holidays.
- Ice rink at Dream shopping center: covers an area of 1193 sq.m and operates daily from 8:00 AM to 9:40 PM.
Conclusions about New Year Kyiv
Thus, New Year Kyiv offers a wide range of events for everyone who wants to enjoy the festive atmosphere and spend time with family and friends.
The planned cultural events in Kyiv during the New Year holidays indicate a growing interest in organizing family entertainment and cultural activities during the festive season. This not only contributes to the development of the city's cultural life but also supports the local economy by attracting tourists and residents to participate in various events. Importantly, such initiatives can become a foundation for the further development of cultural tourism in Ukraine.