Independence Day of Ukraine in Bristol 2026

Independence Day of Ukraine in Bristol 2026
Come together. Celebrate 35 years of freedom. Stand with Ukraine.
About this Event

Join Ukraine Aid and Welfare, Bristol City Council, local partners and the Ukrainian community as we celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Ukraine's Independence.

Everyone is welcome to attend this free community celebration.

Programme

10:45 AM

Arrival and gathering

11:00 AM

Official Ceremony

• Ukrainian Flag Raising Ceremony
• Welcome speeches
• Chain of Unity

11:45 AM

Bristol City Hall

Community celebration begins featuring:

• Ukrainian food
• Live music
• Cultural workshops
• Community activities
• Family-friendly entertainment

Why Attend?

Celebrate Ukrainian culture, heritage and resilience while showing solidarity with Ukraine and supporting Ukrainian families living in the South West.

This event brings together the wider Bristol community for a day of friendship, culture and hope.

Fundraising

Fundraising for Ukrainian Children

All donations will support educational and wellbeing projects delivered by Ukraine Aid and Welfare.

Admission

FREE

Registration is recommended.

Agenda

🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
Arrival and gathering
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Ukrainian Flag Raising Ceremony & Welcome speeches
🕑: 11:45 AM - 02:00 PM
Bristol City Hall Community Celebration • Ukrainian food • Music • Activities
Untitled agenda

🕑: 12:00 AM - 04:00 PM
workshop at STUDIO 1 @ M Shed ( on the first floor) on 3 May