On December 6, Saint Nicholas Day, Odesa hosted the children's festival "Halabuda Fest". 
 
Around 400 children participated, including those from military families, veterans, families of fallen and missing defenders of Ukraine, as well as children from civilian households.

The main idea behind this creative event is to create a safe environment for communication, play, music, and self-expression, where every child, regardless of their circumstances, feels supported, accepted, and has the opportunity to realize their potential. It is a space where friendship, creativity, and joy become part of life again. Children can freely interact, support one another, and grow together.

During the festival, interactive workshops, creative games, art zones, discussion spaces for team interactions, as well as musical and theatrical performances for teenagers were organized. 

As noted by Odesa's deputy mayor, Kostyantyn Talalaiev, such events are not only cultural occurrences but also significant steps towards integration and psychological support for the younger generation.

The "Halabuda Fest" was organized by the Charity Fund "Cultural Forces of Ukraine" with the support of the Department of Education and Science of the Odesa City Council.