On December 4, 2026, a Ukrainian festive fair “Where the fair is bustling, there Andriy enchants” will take place in Bat Yam. Guests are invited to experience Ukrainian traditions, national cuisine, music, folk entertainment, and an art exhibition. The special musical guest will be Vadym Krasnookiy, the founder and frontman of the Ukrainian band Mad Heads.
The event is presented by Posh Production. The celebration will be held at Lagra Bar, located at Ha-Tzorfim, 3, Bat Yam. Doors open at 11:00.
Author: Elena Gunko, NAnews.
What will be at the Ukrainian fair in Bat Yam
The organizers have prepared a program where a traditional Ukrainian fair is combined with a modern musical celebration.
The venue promises stalls with Ukrainian souvenirs and vyshyvankas — traditional shirts with national embroidery. Visitors will be able to taste Ukrainian cuisine, view paintings, participate in contests, and enjoy folk entertainment.
A separate part of the program will be an exhibition-sale of works by artist Slaventia Bohatyryova.
For guests, there will also be dances, contests, and traditional fortune-telling associated with Ukrainian Andriyivski Vechornytsi. Each visitor is promised a free portion of hot mulled wine by the organizers.
The musical program will feature:
- Vadym Krasnookiy — frontman of the band Mad Heads;
- vocal cover band “Tem-a-tem”;
- DJ DOMINIC;
- DJ LOUTIQUE;
- DJ ANDY JACKSON.
The host of the celebration is Kyrylo Halushka.
The duration of performances and the schedule of individual numbers have not yet been published.
Vadym Krasnookiy and Mad Heads: Ukrainian rock on the Israeli stage
One of the main events of the fair will be the performance of Vadym Krasnookiy — a musician whose name is well known to several generations of Ukrainian listeners.
In 1991, Krasnookiy founded the band Mad Heads in Kyiv. The group started with rockabilly and psychobilly, later expanding their sound by adding elements of ska, punk, and Ukrainian folk music.
Among the well-known songs of Mad Heads are “Nadiya Ye”, “A Ya Na Mori”, “Smereka”, and “Ukrayina — Tse My!”.
The band has performed at major Ukrainian festivals, participated in public events, and supported Ukrainian military forces.
For Ukrainians living in Israel, Krasnookiy’s performance is an opportunity to hear familiar songs live without traveling to Ukraine.
The poster promises a performance by Vadym Krasnookiy himself, not a full concert by the Mad Heads band. The format of his stage appearance is not specified by the organizers.
Why the celebration is called “Where the fair is bustling, there Andriy enchants”
The name of the December celebration is connected with Andriyivski Vechornytsi — one of the well-known Ukrainian folk traditions.
In Ukraine, such evenings were held on the eve of the day of Andrew the First-Called. Young people gathered together, sang, danced, joked, prepared treats, and participated in various fortune-telling.
One of the most recognizable customs is “biting the kalita”. Kalita is a round ritual cake suspended on a ribbon. Participants tried to bite off a piece, often performing humorous tasks.
Another part of the tradition is fortune-telling about future weddings and family life. Today, they are more often perceived as an element of folk folklore and festive games.
According to the new church calendar, Andrew’s day is celebrated on November 30, and according to the old one, on December 13. Therefore, the fair on December 4 takes place during a period when the theme of Andriyivski Vechornytsi is especially relevant.
For Israeli readers, a clear cultural parallel can be drawn here: just as festive fairs and traditional games help preserve Jewish customs, Andriyivski Vechornytsi remain part of Ukrainian cultural memory. However, these are different holidays with their own history and religious origins.
Ukrainian events in Bat Yam: an established tradition
Bat Yam, a city south of Tel Aviv, has long become one of the meeting places for Russian-speaking and Ukrainian residents of central Israel.
Posh Production has already participated in organizing thematic events related to Ukrainian culture and support for Ukraine.
For example, on July 23, 2026, an evening “Crimea. Course for Return” was held in Bat Yam. It was organized by Svitlana Berdetska, Posh Production, and the “Dvizh” restaurant with the support of Hryhoriy Tamar. The program included Ukrainian cuisine, music, and a charity auction in support of Ukraine and the IDF — the Israel Defense Forces.
In September, Posh Production presented another entertainment project in the city — “Babiy Bunt”.
The December fair continues this line of events but places a greater emphasis on Ukrainian folk customs, crafts, and festive culture.
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The fair as a meeting place for the Ukrainian community in Israel
Ukrainian cultural events in Israel gather not only immigrants from Ukraine. Israelis, families with children, friends of the Ukrainian community, and people interested in the music, cuisine, and traditions of another country also attend.
Such meetings are especially important for families who have moved to Israel in recent years. Children have the opportunity to see vyshyvankas, hear Ukrainian music, and learn about customs that parents and older relatives talk about at home.
For adults, it’s an occasion to meet acquaintances, communicate in their native language, and spend time in a familiar cultural atmosphere.
The poster for the December fair also features a note about the support of the Embassy of Ukraine in Israel. Details of the diplomatic mission’s participation in organizing the event have not been published separately.
Date, address, entrance fee, and contacts
Event: Ukrainian fair “Where the fair is bustling, there Andriy enchants”.
Date: Friday, December 4, 2026.
Doors open: 11:00.
Venue: Lagra Bar.
Address: Ha-Tzorfim Street, 3, Bat Yam (רחוב הצורפים 3, בת ים).
Entrance: donation 150 ₪.
Organizer: Posh Production.
Information: 054-982-1171.
The specified amount is referred to by the organizers as a donation. Where exactly the collected funds are directed is not specified in the published poster. There is also no separate information about children’s tickets, pre-registration, and the end time of the program.
It is recommended to clarify current announcements, possible program changes, and attendance conditions directly with the organizers.
Source: Facebook post announcing the Ukrainian fair.
Other cultural events, concerts, and meetings of the Ukrainian community can be found in the partner Israel events poster sTDe | NAnews.
On December 4, 2026, Bat Yam will become a venue for Ukrainian music, traditional treats, folk entertainment, and a pre-New Year fair. The main reasons to attend will be Vadym Krasnookiy’s performance, the festive program, and the opportunity to spend the day among the Ukrainian community in Israel.