A seasonal guide to Moscow festivals reveals the city’s pulse through vibrant traditions and modern spectacles. In 2025, from Maslenitsa’s blini feasts to summer’s open-air stages, events blend heritage with innovation. With over 38 million visitors last year, these gatherings offer immersive culture—perfect for travelers using Moscow CityPass for seamless access. Plan ahead to catch the magic.
Winter Wonders: January to March
Cold snaps yield cozy, luminous festivities.
Russian Winter Festival
From December 2024 into January 2025, Tverskaya Square glows with ice sculptures and folk shows. See tea-themed ice ballets January 2-February 23. Warm up with mulled wine at markets near the Kremlin.
Maslenitsa Celebrations
March 3-9 marks spring’s tease with parades in Kolomenskoye. Burn effigies, feast on blini—over 100 varieties. Puppet shows delight kids; CityPass skips lines.
Spring Awakening: April to May
Blooms and rebirth inspire artistic blooms.
Easter Festival
April 20 centers on Orthodox rites in Zaryadye Park. Bell concerts and kulich tastings at Patriarch’s Ponds. Charity fairs add heart.
Moscow International Film Festival
April 17-24 screens 200+ films from 50 nations. Red-carpet glamour at cinemas; catch premieres with discounted Pass tickets.
Blossom Festival
May in Kolomenskoye showcases apple orchards in full pink glory. Picnics amid petals—romantic and serene.
Summer Spectacles: June to August
Endless light fuels outdoor euphoria.
Summer in Moscow
June 1-August 31 transforms parks into hubs. Estates Festival at 40 manors offers historical reenactments. Theatre Boulevard stages 150+ free performances on Tverskoy.
International Day of Yoga
June 21 in parks like Gorky features sessions and dances. Embassy-led; join for wellness amid greenery.
Garten- und Blumenfestival
July blooms urban spaces with rare flora. Floral art installations—Instagram heaven.
Autumn Harvest: September to November
Crispy air heralds reflective, flavorful events.
Moscow Jam Festival
September celebrates preserves in markets. Taste regional jams; folk music enhances the harvest vibe.
Golden Mask Festival
October honors theater with global acts at Vakhtangov. Ballet, opera—prestigious and diverse.
Year-Round and Holiday Highlights
Evergreen events punctuate seasons.
Moscow Estates Festival
Seasonal throughout, with winter skating in Bauman Garden. Immersive history in 19 parks.
City Day and Russia Day
September 7 fireworks; June 12 parades on Red Square. Patriotic concerts draw crowds.
This seasonal guide to Moscow festivals equips you for 2025’s highlights. With CityPass, navigate effortlessly—embrace the city’s soul.
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