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Russian Events
Russia is a country
with a strong cultural and traditional ambiance. Throughout the
year a number of events and festivals take place in Russia. Why
not plan your visit to Russia during one of these events.
Christmas or
Yule-tide is celebrated during January in Russia as the former
Soviet Union had banned the holiday. Santa Claus was also made
illegal and thus ?Grandfather Frost? with his blue suit was
invented to replace him. New Year is celebrated twice by most
Russians. This is on 1 January and 14 January. New Year's Eve
tend to be a family affair with the launch of fireworks and a
grand feast. The Russian Winter Festival is held annually from
25 December to 5 January. Celebrations include music, folk
shows, dancing and sleigh rides plus much more.
In February you can
join in the celebrations of the Maslyantisa Festival. This
Russian event is held to celebrate the end of winter. Large
festivals are held in most towns and cities and people can enjoy
music, dancing, bright costumes and delicious taste bud
delights. Men's Day or Soldier Day takes place on 23 February.
Women's Day is on 8
March. Gifts are presented to women and they are given the day
off from work. Easter Sunday is also held in March. Priests and
parishioners carry lit candles through the town.
April and May are the
months of the Moscow Music Spring Festival. During this time
music concerts are performed at several venues.
May Day also known as
International Workers Day is on the 1st of May and involves
parades in Moscow's Red Square. On 9 May the Victory Day Parade
takes place with parades, gift giving and feasts in honor of war
veterans.
From 21 June to 11
July Russians flock to the White Nights Arts Festival in St.
Petersburg, Moscow and the Golden Ring. At this festival
visitors can enjoy theatrical performances, music concerts and
other fun-filled events. Independence Day on 12 June is an
official holiday. Revolution Day on 7 November commemorates the
revolution which took place in 1917 against the rule of the
czars.
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