Ukraine’s Independence Day Brings an Inspiring Evening of Culture and Unity to California’s Capital.

On August 24, the center of Sacramento once again became a place of solidarity and cultural pride as the Ukrainian American House, in partnership with the Consulate General of Ukraine in San Francisco, hosted a vibrant celebration of Ukraine’s Independence Day. This year’s gathering transformed downtown into a vibrant showcase of unity, resilience, and cultural pride, bringing together hundreds of community members, civic leaders, and friends of Ukraine for an extraordinary evening of music, tradition, and solidarity. The celebration reached a powerful crescendo as the State Capitol dome was illuminated in Ukraine’s national colors of yellow and blue. Distinguished Guests Alongside performances by local artists, the program welcomed a number of distinguished guests and leaders, including Major General Matthew P. Beevers of the California National Guard; Dmytro Kushneruk, Consul General of Ukraine in San Francisco; Karina Talamantes, Vice Mayor of Sacramento; Mykhailo Tkach, renowned Ukrainian investigative journalist; Nadiia Khomaziuk, Executive Director of the U.S.–Ukraine Business Council, and Pastor Greg Fairrington of Destiny Church Rocklin, who led a touching prayer for Ukraine. A special moment was the heartfelt speech of Ukrainian hero who is currently in the U.S. for prosthetics. Guests were also deeply moved by a special video message from the President Zelenskyy of Ukraine, which underscored the nation’s resilience and gratitude for global support. Music, Culture, and Celebration The celebration featured authentic Ukrainian food, family-friendly activities, dance groups, and live performances. The program reached its climax with the electrifying performance by KAZKA Band — a fan-favorite Ukrainian music group that filled the evening with energy and unforgettable emotions. Gratitude to Our Partners UA House expresses its sincere gratitude to all partners whose support made this event possible including but not limited to Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal, SMUD, USKO Express, Inc., MISI Community Solutions, Ukrainian Federal Credit Union, USKO Realty, and Advanced Early Childhood Education. Media Coverage We extend our heartfelt thanks to the local media ABC 10, CBS News, KCRA 3, and The Sacramento Bee —for amplifying our voices and helping share Ukraine’s story with the broader California community. Their coverage not only celebrated cultural diversity but also ensured that Ukraine’s ongoing pursuit of peace and justice reaches wider audiences. One Family, Wherever We Are From inspiring speeches to the laughter of children, from heartfelt prayers to unforgettable music, the Ukrainian American House once again brought together the Ukrainian American community, friends, and allies in a shared celebration of freedom, cultural heritage, and hope for the future. Explore more about the event in the media coverage provided by the outlets below: https://www.abc10.com/article/news/nation-world/ukraine/sacramento-ukrainians-celebrate-independence-war-diplomacy-continue/103-be9c878d-8915-45a5-a002-77e50c4a3a21 https://www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/news/sacramento-ukraine-independence-day/ https://www.kcra.com/article/california-state-capitol-ukraines-independence-day/65882832 https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/article311832630.html