Ukrainian Events Calendar for Greater Chicago
Community engagement is at the heart of our vibrant cultural landscape. With a range of upcoming events, there are numerous opportunities to connect, celebrate, and engage with Ukrainian heritage.
Upcoming Events
Easter Lottery by the Ukrainian Daughters Foundation
Date: Sunday, April 12
Details: Participate in an Easter lottery by donating $15 for two tickets. Donations can be made via the link in the profile bio or through Zelle or PayPal to the Ukrainian Daughters Foundation. To enter, send a screenshot to [email protected] for the chance to win a beautiful Kosiv rug, jewelry, and other artistic items.
Members’ Meeting at the Ukrainian National Museum
Date: Saturday, April 18, at 4 PM
Details: Members are invited to elect a new board. Voting rights and the ability to run for the board are exclusive to members who have paid their dues. More information can be found on the museum’s website.
Art Exhibition: “It Will Destroy You”
Location: Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art, 2320 W Chicago Ave
Details: An exhibit featuring 23 contemporary artists that explores the decay of systems governing life. Open until April 19.
“Woman from Los Angeles” Exhibition
Location: Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art, 2320 W Chicago Ave
Details: This exhibition commemorates filmmaker and artist Orysia Antonovych. Admission is $10.
Lecture Series at Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art
Date: Sunday, April 26, at 2 PM
Details: Professor Valeria Sobol and student Joseph Mosse from the Ukrainian Studies Department at the University of Illinois will discuss the history of Kyiv and writer Natalena Koroleva’s creative journey.
Benefit Evening for Kyiv-Mohyla Academy
Date: Saturday, May 2, at 6 PM
Location: Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art, 2320 W Chicago Ave
Details: Funds raised will support scholarships for talented students in Ukraine.
Annual Benefit Banquet
Date: Saturday, May 30
Location: Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art, 2320 W Chicago Ave
Details: Cocktails begin at 6:30 PM, followed by dinner and a program at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $150 available on the Institute’s website.
“Sip and Paint” Workshop
When: Every third Saturday of the month, from 5 to 7 PM
Location: Chicago Grand Gallery, 2842 W Chicago Ave
Tickets: Available on Eventbrite, priced between $22.50 and $45.
Exhibition: “Exposed” by Luna Prysyazhnyuk
Location: Chicago Grand Gallery, 2842 W Chicago Ave
Details: This exhibition showcases the artist’s work and is open until April 3.
Solo Exhibition by Volodymyr Shrestiy
Location: Auditorium of the Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral of St. Vladimir, 2250 W Cortez St, Chicago
Details: This exhibition features the works of Honored Master of Folk Arts of Ukraine, Volodymyr Shrestiy.
Easter Market by the Sisterhood of St. Sophia
Dates: Saturdays, March 28 and April 4; Sundays, March 29 and April 5, from 9 AM to 2 PM
Location: St. Andrew the Apostle Church, 300 E Army Trail Rd, Bloomingdale, IL
Details: A market featuring homemade culinary products. Pre-orders can be made by calling 630-893-2827.
Spring Carols and Games
Date: Sunday, April 12, at 1 PM
Location: St. Andrew’s Parish Cultural Center, 300 E Army Trail Rd, Bloomingdale, IL
Details: Activities will follow the blessing of Easter breads.
Easter Food Fair
Dates: Saturday, April 4, and Sunday, April 5, from 12 PM to 3 PM
Location: Ukrainian Orthodox Parish of the Holy Trinity, 1009 S Church Rd, Bensenville, IL
Details: Purchase Easter bread, smoked meats, and sweet cookies.
Charitable Festival: “Easter Games”
Date: Friday, May 3
Location: Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Michael, 1475 W Algonquin Rd, Palatine
Details: All proceeds will support Ukrainian soldiers and their families.
Heroes Day Celebration
Date: Sunday, May 31, at 1 PM
Location: Ukrainian National Museum, 2249 W Superior St, Chicago
Details: Honoring Symon Petliura, featuring historian Oleksandr Alfiorov and performances by the SUM choir and other musical groups.
Community Resources
The event calendar is continuously updated at Ukrainian Chicago. You can add your announcements and flyers for upcoming events directly to this page. Explore our listings for community organizations, cultural institutions, and services.
Self-Reliance Association Services
The Self-Reliance Association, located at 2456 W Chicago Ave, offers assistance with filling out documents for food assistance, medical insurance, financial help, work permits, Social Security numbers, and temporary protection status. Consultations with an immigration lawyer, help for the elderly, job search support, and English language courses are also available.
Phone: 773-692-1010 (General inquiries)
Job Search: 773-543-5517
Website: Self-Reliance Association
Facebook: Self-Reliance Association FB
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