In May, Arricano shopping malls created for the Day of Kyiv and the 250th anniversary of Kryvyi Rih emotionally filled events for their visitors, which intertwined love for the city, respect for people and the desire to support those who need it.

On May 24, the Sun Gallery shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih became a place for the community to meet and open a special photo exhibition "The Face of the City: the Stories of Real Kryvyi Rih Residents." The author — photographer and volunteer Yuliia Braverman — showed people who hold the home front: doctors, rescuers, military, teachers, volunteers. Portraits with emotional stories reflect the strength and dignity of the locals. The exhibition is held in the Sun Gallery until June 30. You can get acquainted with all the photos of the master by following the link.

"This exhibition could only remain a dream, but thanks to the Sun Gallery shopping mall, it has become a lively, bright, strong event. I thank you for your openness to art, for supporting culture and initiatives that matter for people and the city," - said Yuliia Braverman, photographer, author of the photo exhibition.

Within the framework of the event, a charitable initiative was also held in support of the DOBRO-KR Foundation — in order to raise funds on Starlink for the military. Visitors willingly joined in a good cause, demonstrating the unity and support of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. For its part, the Sun Gallery shopping mall transferred four Starlink satellite communication terminals, namely for the 21st separate Petro Kalnyshevskyi brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine, which performs combat missions in the Donetska and Khersonska regions. 

The musical decoration of the charity event was a concert of the symphony orchestra of the Kryvyi Rih Regional Professional Music College of the Dnipropetrovska Regional Council. Its performance of classical and modern compositions created an unforgettable atmosphere. Guests applauded enthusiastically after each performance, and the end of the concert was accompanied by sincere applause.

"We believe that it is people who create the soul of the city — with their stories, daily work and open hearts. That is why such events are of great importance: they not only entertain, but also unite, inspire, remind of the important. 

For 16 years, the Sun Gallery shopping mall has been uniting Kryvyi Rih residents, expanding the community and creating many good memories. I thank everyone who spent the Day of the city with us, because a large team of the shopping mall every day makes every effort to ensure that rest and shopping always give you only positive emotions," said Maryna Baranova, Director of the Sun Gallery shopping mall.

Animators and the Nocturne Dance Theater worked for children, the kids received sweet gifts, adults — branded shoppers on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the city. The guests were awarded with shopping certificates for a total amount of UAH 20,000 from the Sun Gallery shopping mall, Samsung Experience Store and the Ukrainian brand of women's clothing Wear Me. Additional prizes from PUMA and Yabko were also raffled off, which gave guests even more joy.

On the same day, the FLY KIDS children's entertainment center resumed its work — with trampolines, VR zones, carousels, and mazes for kids.

In Kyiv, Prospekt shopping mall has prepared an exciting interactive quest "Stories of Kyiv" for the Day of the city. Participants could pass it with a moderator or independently, overcoming the route with video tasks from the guide Olena Ivanchenkova. At each point — from the Golden Gate to Andriivskyi Uzviz — the participants answered questions and received branded stickers for the Day of Kyiv. In the end, Prospekt shopping mall chose three winners, who were presented with an individual city tour and T-shirts from the Ukrainian brand Wear Me.

"At Arricano, we always strive to fill shopping malls not only with high-quality, pleasant shopping, but also with a good rest in a cozy, friendly atmosphere. We invest in each of our events the idea: to inspire, unite and support. We are proud that through art, play, charity and communication we help our visitors feel connected to the city, to people, and to each other,” said Inna Morozova, Marketing Director of Arricano.

For the 250th anniversary of Kryvyi Rih and for the Day of Kyiv, three Arricano shopping malls prepared special video greetings, involving the community of shopping malls in their creation. 

Visitors of Prospekt shopping mall shared what they love most about Kyiv, and guests of RayON shopping mall told about their favorite places to relax in the capital. The Sun Gallery shopping mall collected stories from local residents about what they appreciate about Kryvyi Rih and turned them into a touching video greeting, emphasizing that 250 is only the beginning.

General partners: Samsung Experience Store, Wear Me.

Partners: Yabko, Puma, MULTIPLEX, Kryvyi Rih Regional Professional Music College of the Dnipropetrovska Regional Council, DOBRO-KR Charitable Foundation, Nocturne Dance Theater.