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Run for Ukraine 2026
VATAHA’s annual memorial run is taking place again this year on 23 August, 2026. For the fifth consecutive year, Run for Ukraine will honor the memory of the Heroes who died in the struggle for Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity.
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Three Poems, Three Medals, Five Years of Run for Ukraine
This year’s Run for Ukraine medal honours Ivan Franko, pairing his call to struggle with imagery drawn from his homeland and embroidered clothing. As VATAHA marks five years of the memorial run, we take a look back at past medals and the Ukrainian poetry that has accompanied each one.
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Why HAAG Athletiek co-hosts Run for Ukraine
As war fatigue permeates the Dutch news landscape, what keeps HAAG Athletiek motivated to host Run for Ukraine? We spoke with main event organizers Arjan van Kooij and Peter van Raalte in depth about their personal convictions to support Ukraine through sports and art events – and why more Dutch…
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Run for Ukraine Stories 2026
For the fifth year, hundreds run to honour Ukraine’s fallen — soldiers, grandparents, volunteers, cities under siege. Read some of the stories of love and loss ahead of Run for Ukraine 2026.
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Studio of Ukrainian Crafts: SUMMER
Explore Ukrainian summer folk traditions through hands-on craft training. Learn Petrykivka painting, vytynanka paper cutting, and clay whistle-making, and gain the skills and confidence to teach these traditions to others.
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Rage, Humour, and Noise: Exploring Ukrainian Punk in The Netherlands
When Ukrainian culture appears in the more western side of Europe, it often takes familiar, traditional forms. But alongside the choirs, exhibitions, and commemorations is another current of Ukrainian cultural life. Here are 4 alternative Ukrainian bands that bring noise, punk, rage, and humour to the Netherlands.
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Top 5 Reasons to Run for Ukraine
VATAHA’s annual flagship event Run for Ukraine is around the corner. Hundreds of people have partaken in our annual run – but why should you? Here are our top five reasons to Run for Ukraine.
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Vyshyvanka Day at Fenix Museum 2026
On 23 May, VATAHA celebrated Vyshyvanka Day in Rotterdam at Fenix. The sold-out event brought together participants for a day of celebrating Ukrainian heritage.
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Step Into the Rusali Experience with Makivka choir
The Ukrainian choir Makivka invites everyone to experience a special evening full of mystery, remembrance and connection-building in the heart of Amsterdam at Tolhuistuin, to celebrate the beginning of summer.
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Vyshyvanka Day at Kunstmuseum Den Haag 2026
VATAHA celebrated Vyshyvanka Day 2026 at Kunstmuseum Den Haag, uniting communities through Ukrainian embroidery, performances, workshops, and cultural exchange, highlighting heritage, creativity, and connection.
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Discovering Ukraine’s Musical Treasures: The Hamar Sisters’ Story
Through the story of the talented Ukrainian sisters Viktoriia and Bozhena Hamar, this interview highlights how young Ukrainian artists are bringing the traditional instruments sopilka and bandura to new international audiences. As they begin performing together, they actively promote Ukrainian culture across Europe while building their careers abroad.
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What is Vyshyvanka?
You may have heard a lot about VATAHA promoting our Vyshyvanka Day celebrations, but what is vyshyvanka and why does it mean so much to Ukrainian people?
