For the first time in Chicago, Ukrainian singer Valeriia Vovk and acclaimed pianist Fima Chupakhin present a heartfelt Christmas program featuring Ukrainian carols, winter-themed originals, and beloved American classics.

From the oldest known Ukrainian carol “Oi Yak Zhe Bulo” to “Carol of the Bells” and modern holiday favorites, this intimate acoustic evening blends tradition with jazz-inspired warmth. Join us to celebrate the season, immerse yourself in Ukrainian culture, and support a vital cause — proceeds will go to MRIYA Inc. to fund military vehicles that help save lives on the frontline.

🕖 Doors open: 7:00 PM
🎤 Concert: 7:30 PM
🎄 Christmas Market by Code 380: 8:30 PM

Valeriia Vovk is a Ukrainian singer, songwriter, and producer, and a graduate of Berklee College of Music. Her performances and videos have garnered millions of views on social media, captivating audiences with her distinctive fusion of contemporary sound and Ukrainian heritage. In 2025, she became an ambassador of TYKHO and MRIYA and continued her cultural and humanitarian mission by leading charity tours across the U.S. in support of the organizations, which by now have raised more than $50,000 for Ukraine.

Yukhym "Fima" Chupakhin is aUkrainian jazz pianist and multimedia composer based in New York City. He is known for his jazz work, including his debut album Water, and has also composed soundtracks for films like The Wild Fields, for which he was nominated for a Ukrainian Film Award in 2019. Chupakhin, who came to the U.S. on a Fulbright scholarship, has collaborated with writer Serhyi Zhadan and is active in the New York jazz scene.

Code 380 is an online marketplace and physical pop-up curator for modern Ukrainian brands, showcasing items like Vyshyvanka by Etnodim, clothing from Shypelyk, Duckside, Ni Grama Dramy, Oliz, and many others, offering a curated selection of beautifully crafted goods reflecting Ukrainian culture and resilience, operating with both online US delivery and temporary physical stores in cities like Chicago and San Francisco.

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