Lutsk Literary Residence "City of Inspiration"

January

Nativity Scene Festival "Merry Christmas!"

Nativity Scene Festival "Merry Christmas!" is conducted by the Department of Culture of the Lutsk City Council in order to revive and preserve the traditions of nativity art, increase the performance level of amateur groups, enrich their repertoire. Family groups, creative teams of cultural institutions, educational institutions, public organizations and enterprises of the Lutsk city territorial community are invited to participate.

February

March

Herald's Day

Herald's Day is an event held on March 6 by the Department of Tourism and Promotion of the City of Lutsk City Council and marks the beginning of the tourist season in the city. The purpose of the action is to revive and preserve the cultural heritage and historical traditions of the city, increase the tourist attractiveness of Lutsk. Herald (or Klykun) is a long-respected profession in European cities of the Middle Ages. In Lutsk Castle, heralds (Klykuny) also stood guard at night and "cried" - constantly echoing, and in case of fire or attack of enemies sounded the alarm. Modern Lutsk is guarded by 13 sculptures of heralds (Klykuny) and each of them has its own name. This year, as part of the Herald’s Day, a tourist map with all the sculptures of heralds located in Lutsk was presented. It has the names and descriptions of all the figures. The Tourist Information Center has prepared a herald quest, during which the they are searched. Jewelers and masters of folk art have prepared jewelry and other souvenirs related to the Lutsk herald.

April

May

Lutsk Literary Residence "City of Inspiration"

In 2021, the Lutsk Literary Residence “City of Inspiration” was held for the first time by the Department of Tourism and Promotion of the City of Lutsk City Council together with the creative agency “Balyandrasy” (Kyiv). The purpose of the residence is to promote Lutsk and its urban spaces as an artistic center, as well as European cities in the cultural context. The residency lasted for 5 weeks: from May 17 to June 20, top Ukrainian writers and poets came to Lutsk: Oksana Zabuzhko, Kateryna Kalytko, Myroslav Layuk, Max Kidruk, Lyubko Deresh. They had the opportunity to live in the city, get inspired by walking the streets, the park, attending interesting theater productions, music events, museum exhibitions. Now their works will be formed into a collection that will tell Ukrainians about Lutsk in the language of images and artistic details.

Art promenade "That's how Lutsk sounds"

Art promenade "That's how Lutsk sounds" is carried out by the Department of Tourism and Promotion of the City of Lutsk City Council for the purpose of increasing the tourist attractiveness of Lutsk and the development of spiritual and symphonic music on the territory of the Lutsk united territorial community. Music and performances take place in different locations, the architecture of the city comes to life through music. Lutsk's musicians, music groups, artists and actors are invited to participate. In 2021, the Cantabile Chamber Orchestra, the Oranta Bishops' Choir, the Luciano Vocal Men's Quartet, singer and composer Tetyana Tsikhotska, the Symphony Orchestra, the Infinity String Quartet and the Vocal Fellowship Ensemble were invited to take part in the event.

All-Ukrainian festival of embroidered towels "Embroidered Charms of Unity" for Mother's Day

The All-Ukrainian Festival "Embroidered Charms of Unity" is an event organized and financially supported by the Lutsk City Council to revive Ukrainian culture, traditions, customs and rituals, as the embroidered towel is an important attribute of Ukrainian culture that accompanies Ukrainians throughout life. There is a huge number of events during the festival: an exhibition-fair of embroidered towels and handicrafts, a competition for the best creative design of embroidered towels shops and offices of the city, choose the oldest, most original embroidered towel family - mom, grandma, great-grandmother and more. The initiator of the festival is Honored Art Worker of Ukraine Vitaliy Ivanytsky.

June

The International Music Festival “Stravinsky and Ukraine”

The International Music Festival “Stravinsky and Ukraine” is organized by the Volyn Regional State Administration and the Volyn Regional Philharmonic to promote the best examples of world and Ukrainian music classics by Igor Stravinsky, as well as to study his connections with Ukraine. The priority of the festival is the performance of Stravinsky’s premiere works, which have not been performed in Ukraine so far, or which are not audio or video recording. Bands or individual performers whose works include Igor Stravinsky's repertoire are invited to participate.

European Weekend in Lubart Castle

The European Weekend at the Lubart Castle Sports and Entertainment Festival is organized by the Department of Family, Youth and Sports of the Lutsk City Council and the Volyn Regional Council to promote the traditions of the "old world" and spend the weekend with the family. The festival lasts for two days and includes free entertainment for children, food courts where you can enjoy European cuisine, a show program and competitions in mixed martial arts - Lubarts warriors.

International Art Festival for Children with special needs "Colours of Creativity" to the International Children's Day

The International Art Festival "Colors of Creativity" is organized by the NGO "Parents of Children with Down Syndrome and Other Developmental Disabilities" and the Department of Social Services for Families, Children and Youth for attraction of people with disabilities to various arts, identification of new talents, improvement of their professional skills, rehabilitation and socialization by means of culture and art, integration into society. People with disabilities without age restrictions are engaged to work in various genres of art, inclusive groups and individual performers from different parts of Ukraine and abroad are invited to participate.

July

Art-Show "Night in the Lutsk Castle" (Lutsk Castle)

There is such a night in Lutsk, when in the medieval castle the life swirls till dawn. Namely here art show takes place, which will take you to ancient Lutsk and will charm with the atmosphere of the princely chambers and castle walls. Art-show "Night in the Lutsk Castle" are looking forward to throughout the year. Under the cover of the shortest summer night, each participant has the opportunity to reincarnate into a knight, crowned person, court servant or craftsmen. An ancient romantic atmosphere created by dances and music of the Middle Ages, knight tournaments, as well as many candles, a fire show, a mulled wine of ancient recipes, walks in mysterious dungeons and along the centuries-old walls turn back into the past... "Night in the Lutsk Castle" - is a mix of ancient and modern, history and art. Nighttime show lets you get acquainted with many genres of art and popular performers. Work-shops are held by famous artists of folk art, artists, directors of cinema and video art, participants of clubs of historical reconstruction.

August

Traveling festival "From a family source"

The traveling festival "From a Family Source" is held in by the Lutsk City Council with the aim of research and study, reproduction and rethinking of the best examples of folklore and ethnographic heritage of the region. The festival envisages the creation of an art platform for the realization of the creative potential of the population of the Lutsk territorial community. The main concept of the festival is the presentation of each settlement of the affiliated communities. Thematic content - the disclosure of the history of the village or town through the creative works of artists, masters of folk art, connoisseurs of history and folklore.

Festival «Banderstadt - Festival of the Ukrainian Spirit»

Festival of Ukrainian Spirit "Banderstadt" is organized by the public organization "National Alliance" in order to promote the Ukrainian national idea among young people and creative groups, promoting the Ukrainian language, culture, values and native music. It has been held in Volyn Region since 2007. Festival of Ukrainian Spirit "Banderstadt" is a powerful unifying platform that brings together not only music groups, but also active Ukrainians from all over the country and the world. Every year on various stages you can listen to and talk to representatives of different areas of our statehood - successful public figures, young politicians, artists, economists, civil servants, journalists, businessmen, writers, religious figures and athletes. Banderstadt is a powerful discussion platform where urgent issues of protection, preservation and increase of everything we call UKRAINIAN are discussed.

Festival “Polessian Summer with Folklore”

Festival “Polessian Summer with Folklore” is an international fest of songs and dances. During these festive days Lutsk citizens and city guests get acquainted with the folklore and traditions of various foreign groups. Special atmosphere of brotherhood and friendship among people is established during the festival. The festival guests are numerous groups from abroad and different parts of Ukraine. During the 12 years of this festival 6766 people have participated in, among them 80 foreign groups from 41 countries and 86 groups from Ukraine. Festival events take place at the Regional Music and Drama Theatre, Lesia Ukrainka Central Park, Lutsk Palace of Culture, and the grounds of Lutsk castle, the stadium “Avangard”, the Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral, St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church and on outdoor stages in different Lutsk districts.

Festival "Princely Feast"

The festival "Princely Feast" is held by the Department of Tourism and Promotion of the Lutsk City Council in order to promote an important historical event that took place in the city - the Congress of European Monarchs in the XV century. Everyone who wants to help organize this festival is also invited to participate. After attending this event, you will be transported in 1429 to the Congress of European Monarchs. Here you can transform into princes and princesses, kings and queens. The Middle Ages will also greet you with songs of traveling poets-musicians, swirls in a tank of knights and crowned persons. You can enjoy a variety of dishes and drinks served in ancient Luchesk!

September

The Lutsk Food Fest

The Lutsk Food Fest is held inside of Lutsk’s castle and the culinary experts come from all over Ukraine. It is organised by Sergiy Karpiuk. In addition to the restaurants, bars and cafes, unique producers of delicious food show off their products. Visit the festival, taste delicious dishes, street food, and drinks. You will find many interesting things! There is also a children’s program, a music scene, and drawings of prizes and gifts.

“Ancient Luchesk. Courage of the Ages” (Lutsk Castle)

This is one of our young festivals, where competitions of the medieval battles take place. Knights from all over Ukraine compete in single and group battles, and the winners of the matches will enter the National team of Ukraine from the medieval battle. Spectators will observe entertaining competitions in nominations "sword-sword", "shield-sword", "5 vs 5", "16 vs 16". Battles will take place within the special zone – tiltyard, which will protect viewers. Also at the festival there will be attraction zones: archery, sports sword fighting.

October

“The Frontera” International Literary Festival

“The Frontera” International Literary Festival is organized by the “Stendal Art Association” and the Lutsk City Council’s Department of Culture. It is aimed to establish a dialogue between European writers, cultural managers, translators, critics, publishers, to acquaint Ukrainians with the best examples of modern literature. All this contributes to the decentralization of culture and participation in the organization/implementation of local thematic projects and events. Significantly important authors from Ukraine, Poland and Belarus are usually invited to participate.

November

December

“JAZZ BEZ” – The International Festival of Modern Music

“Jazz Bez” is the most large-scale and long-lasting Ukrainian jazz festival that uses jazz energy to unite many Ukrainian and Polish cities by presenting the best Western musicians to them. Every year the city of Lutsk joins the marathon. The Lutsk part of the festival usually takes place in the Puppet Theatre ― the place with the best acoustics in the city.

The residency lasted for 5 weeks: from May 17 to June 20, top Ukrainian writers and poets came to Lutsk: Oksana Zabuzhko, Kateryna Kalytko, Myroslav Layuk, Max Kidruk, Lyubko Deresh. They had the opportunity to live in the city, get inspired by walking the streets, the park, attending interesting theater productions, music events, museum exhibitions. Now their works will be formed into a collection that will tell Ukrainians about Lutsk in the language of images and artistic details.