It's finally here.
The gates are open at the Selo site and the 59th edition of Canada's National Ukrainian Festival officially kicks off today (Friday).
There will be performances on four different stages over the course of the weekend, including five grandstand shows on the main ampitheatre.
CNUF president Kayla Gillis says they have also had a great response this year from vendors.
"The pavillion is completely full with vendors, along with the hall and a lot of the kiosks as well. Specifically with the food, we have our traditional Ukrainian dishes, and then we have some Italian and some Mexican. So we will have a bit of everything."
Dance groups set to perform this weekend on the main stage include Cheremosh from Minnesota, Rusalka from Winnipeg, and local favourites Zirka and Canada's Riding and Dancing Cossacks.
There is also a strong list of bands, including By Request, Budmo, Sloohai, and Dauphin's Party Time Orchestra,
For anyone going to the festival but not camping out at the site, Gillis suggests using the shuttle service.
"It starts at noon and goes all the way until 2 in the morning so we will get you home safely as well. We have the four regular stops - the high school, Fudd's, Home Hardware, and then just by the Liquor Store. With all of the construction going on - bear with us the sign will be there and there will be a stop."
Shuttle wristbands are $15 for the weekend and are available at the Co-op gas bars, or you can pay $5 per person per ride.
