Odessa hosted a memorable celebration dedicated to the significant dates for Ukraine - Flag Day and Independence Day.

For the little visitors of the zoo, an exciting program was prepared, featuring fun games, contests, free face painting, and delicious ice cream. During one of the workshops, children painted colorful handprints on a map of Ukraine alongside their parents.

Animators entertained the kids with a bubble show, creating an atmosphere filled with joy and festivity.

The Odessa Zoo expresses gratitude to the NGO «Free and Loyal», the exemplary choreographic collective «Fairy Tale», and the Seraphim Sarovsky Children's Fund for their assistance in organizing the event.

Additionally, a festive concert took place on Deribasivska Street to mark these important occasions.

The concert featured the military academy orchestra «Studio-117», the dance studio Dance drum show, a combined choir including the exemplary choir «Cantilena» from the S.K. Kryzhanovsky music school and the senior class choir «Allegro» from music school No. 2 named after O.K. Glazunov, groups from the Odessa City Center for Choreographic Art, as well as bands THE NIKAS, PortMone, «Friend Musician», and the ensemble «Slavs». The event was hosted by Dmytro Bohomolov.

Such events inspire and unite Ukrainians, reminding us of the importance of unity and patriotism during these challenging times.