Featuring Lisa Weeda, Olaf Koens, Maurits Chabot, Yanaika Zomer, Vita Kovalenko and Daan Doesborgh.
On Saturday 23 May, the Kunstkerk in Warffum will host the Sunflower Festival: a varied fundraising event dedicated to supporting Ukraine. With a rich programme of literature, art, film and activities for all ages, the festival aims to raise as much money as possible for Protect Ukraine.
The festival offers an inspiring and meaningful day, bringing together culture and community engagement. The programme features appearances by writers Lisa Weeda, Olaf Koens, Maurits Chabot, Yanaika Zomer and Vita Kovalenko, and poet Daan Doesborgh, alongside a range of musicians, artists and other creative contributors.
Visitors can also enjoy film screenings and photography exhibitions by Siese Veenstra and Eddy van Wessel. A market and creative activities for children make the festival a welcoming event for all ages.
Proceeds will go to Stichting Protect Ukraine, which provides humanitarian aid and support to the Ukrainian Armed Forces. As well as raising funds, the festival aims to raise awareness and encourage solidarity with Ukraine in the Netherlands.
The Sunflower Festival takes place at the Kunstkerk, Oosterkerkpad 7a, Warffum. Everyone is welcome to support this special initiative and enjoy art and culture with a purpose.
Admission is €10 for adults and €5 for children. Visitors can also purchase additional tickets to help people on lower incomes attend the festival.