The city of Odessa recently hosted the «White Acacia» Children's Arts Festival, a vibrant event that inspired young artists and their mentors.

About 150 creative groups and individual performers from educational institutions in Odessa showcased their talents in categories such as «Performing Arts» (vocal, dance, theater) and «Visual Arts».

On October 19, the Odessa Palace of Children and Youth hosted a gala concert where festival winners were announced. Participants received trophies and diplomas in recognition of their accomplishments.

The festival also featured an exhibition of children's artwork dedicated to the culture and history of Odessa.

The primary goal of the festival was to foster creative development among children, discover young talents, and enhance the city's image as a prominent cultural center in Ukraine.