From the start the group consisted of the senior and junior ensembles. The senior ensemble was considered the performing group, and attended most of the more prestigious performances. In contrast the junior ensemble was the training group that focused primarily on educating new dancers to the standards and skill level of the senior ensemble. The junior ensemble mostly performed at local and small community performances.

A long-lasting tradition in Calgary, the Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market unites different cultures during the Christmas season in a festive atmosphere of shopping and live entertainment by local artists. Our much-anticipated performances at this market have become a Christmas tradition for Polanie, and we are always sure to get into the holiday spirit at this event.

The championship game of the Canadian Football League (CFL) and one of the biggest annual sporting events in Canada. First awarded in 1909, it crowns the winner of the CFL’s East–West playoff final and has become a national tradition watched by millions across the country. The event is known not only for the game itself but also for its week‑long festival, community celebrations, and its role as a unifying cultural moment in Canadian sports. In 1993, Polanie had the incredible honor to perform at the 1993 Grey Cup in Calgary.

An annual two‑day celebration of Ukrainian culture held at the Acadia Recreation Complex in Calgary. It showcases traditional dance and music, authentic Ukrainian food (including perogies and local favourites), cultural demonstrations, artisan crafts, and family‑friendly activities. All designed to honour the heritage of Ukrainian immigrants who settled in Canada more than 125 years ago. The festival also features the lively evening Zabava, a social event with music and dancing. Polanie has had the honor of being the only non-Ukrainian group to perform at this popular event for the past few years.

In March of 2010, Polanie was honoured to take part in an unforgettable concert fundraising for Doctors Without Borders - Haiti relief and reconstruction, following the country's devastating earthquake. Our performance was among many others in a night filled with vibrant multicultural music and dance at the Jack Singer Concert Hall.