Where to go in Kyiv - top 5 events for the weekend
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The capital will host performances at the TYuZ, a show by the Virsky ensemble, a quest tour of Podil, and visits to the Operetta and Guitar Museum. Ticket prices start from UAH 200.
Kyiv will host a series of events these days to suit every taste: from theatrical performances and concerts to interactive excursions and unusual museums. UNN has compiled five events for you that are worth visiting this coming weekend.
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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
When: April 18 - May 29, 2026:
How much does it cost: 200-350 hryvnias;
Where: Theater of Young Spectators (TYUZ), 15/17 Lypska St.
About the event
In Kyiv, the Theater of Young Spectators will host the play "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" based on Mark Twain's famous work. The audience will be shown the story of one of the most beloved teenage heroes - a clever and at the same time mischievous boy who constantly gets into adventures. Tom Sawyer loves to avoid responsibilities, invent pranks, and seek new experiences, and most of all he likes to travel and solve mysteries. Despite his character, he is fond of reading, especially adventure novels, which further fuels his curiosity about the world. The play promises to convey the spirit of the classic work, which remains relevant for different generations. "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" at TYUZ is positioned as an educational production for children and teenagers, combining humor, dynamism, and important life lessons.
VIRSKY. "Legendary Show"
When: April 17 - August 21, 2026;
How much does it cost: 300-1500 hryvnias;
Where: Palace "Ukraine", 103 Velyka Vasylkivska St.
About the event
The Palace "Ukraine" in Kyiv will host a concert of the legendary Virsky ensemble, which has prepared a special program for the audience. It includes the brightest and most famous numbers of the collective, which have captivated audiences both in Ukraine and abroad for many years. Each performance combines the high skill of the dancers, thoughtful choreography, bright costumes, and the living energy of Ukrainian culture. The program presents both classical compositions that have become the ensemble's calling card, and productions that reveal the richness of Ukrainian folk traditions. The concert promises to be a real celebration of dance.
Interactive quest tour "Cossack Secrets of Podil"
When: April 18, 2026;
How much does it cost: 300-550 hryvnias;
Where: Hryhorii Skovoroda Monument on Kontraktova Square.
About the event
A thematic walk will take place in Kyiv, during which participants will be invited to travel back to the times of Ukrainian Cossacks and explore Podil of the XVIII century. The organizers encourage people to come with children and friends to feel the atmosphere of the Cossack era together and become part of an improvised "detachment". The program includes not only an informative excursion, but also active tasks for agility, speed, and quick wit. Participants will learn which places in Cossack Kyiv were popular for dates and healing, and will also hear interesting facts from the lives of Podil residents. Special attention will be paid to stories about hetmans, centurions, and mayors, as well as the secrets of their strength and courage. During the walk, they will also talk about clothes and accessories that indicated status in the XVIII century, and share the "recipe for longevity" from a Cossack centurion. The organizers promise that participants will be able to discover new abilities in themselves and look at the history of Kyiv in a new way.
Start: Hryhorii Skovoroda Monument on Kontraktova Square;
Completion: Sahaidachny Monument.
Operetta reveals secrets. Excursion
When: April 18 - May 31, 2026;
How much does it cost: 600 hryvnias;
Where: Kyiv National Academic Operetta Theater, 53/3 Velyka Vasylkivska St.
About the event
An excursion to the National Operetta of Ukraine will take place in Kyiv, during which visitors will be shown not only the stage, but also the backstage of the theater. It is here that the heroes of famous operettas and musicals come to life, and spectators come for an atmosphere of celebration and inspiration. Participants will learn how a folk house differed from a theater, why Mykola Sadovsky was allowed to rent a building on the outskirts of Kyiv, and where Maria Zankovetska's dressing room was. They will also be told about the first Ukrainian stationary theater, its stars, and two dates of the operetta's founding, as well as its first director. The program includes an introduction to the modern life of the theater, its creative experiments, and development. Visitors will see the stages, the auditorium through the eyes of actors, visit the costume and property workshops, and even be able to examine theatrical costumes. Dressing rooms will be shown separately, and they will tell how actors prepare for performances.
Museum of Guitars and the History of the World Electromusical Industry
When: April 17 - 19, 2026;
How much does it cost: 350 hryvnias
Where: UNIVERSUM HALL, 1 Akademika Hlushkova Ave., VDNH, pavilion №6
About the event
The Museum of Guitars is reopening in Kyiv - an interactive space dedicated to the history of the world electromusical industry. The organizers note that this is the only museum of its kind in the world, created using artificial intelligence technologies. Visitors will be able to see unique exhibits and interact with expositions thanks to AI solutions. The space offers a new format for immersing oneself in the world of music, combining technology and cultural experience. There is also a lounge bar on the territory, where coffee, desserts, and other drinks are available.
Working hours: 11:00-18:30;
Excursions start every 30 minutes;
Duration of the excursion - 60 minutes.
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