On December 6, Saint Nicholas Day, a children's festival called «Halabuda Fest» took place in Odesa. 
 
The festival gathered around 400 children from families of servicemen, veterans, and civilians. 

The main goal of this event was to create a space where children could feel supported and accepted, regardless of their circumstances. This is a place where friendship, joy, and creativity become part of daily life. Children had the opportunity to interact, support one another, and grow together.

Throughout the festival, various interactive workshops, games, art zones, as well as musical and theatrical performances for teenagers were organized. 

Odesa's Deputy Mayor, Konstantin Talalaev, noted that such events are important not only for culture but also for the psychological support of the youth.

The «Halabuda Fest» festival was organized by the Charitable Foundation «Cultural Forces of Ukraine» with the support of the Department of Education and Science of the Odesa City Council.