Participants in Krasnoyarsk reveal program on Russia Day
Russia Day Celebrations in Krasnoyarsk: A Blend of Patriotism, Culture, and Fun
Mark your calendars for June 12th, as Krasnoyarsk gets ready to join the nationwide Russia Day festivities! The celebration promises an exciting mix of patriotic activities, cultural events, sports, and interactive stations, catering to all ages.
The festivities kick off with a flag-raising ceremony on Nikolaevskaya Sopka. This event brings together veterans, regional officials, military academy students, and young activists from local organizations, uniting people under the shared spirit of patriotism.
At 11:00, the island of Taтыshev will host the patriotic "Serving Russia" festival. This event honors the achievements of Russia's armed forces and features a variety of thrilling activities such as tank model management, drone and anti-drone rifle demonstrations, and performances by law enforcement personnel, police dogs, and more.
Don't miss out on the water gun shooting (water gun range), precision shooting with the AK-47, and a lift to the top of a multi-story building using a car lifting device. The festival culminates in a grand concert featuring local performers.
At noon, the intersection of the Prospect of the Red Worker and the House of Friendship among Nations "Rodina" will host the multinational festival "My Russia." This event offers a great opportunity to meet people from various ethnic groups and cultures residing in the region. The program includes performances by creative groups, cultural competitions, workshops showcasing traditional crafts, and a local products marketplace.
Later in the afternoon, the island of Taтыshev hosts the Siberian Festival of National Cultures: "I Love You, Russia!" Participating groups will represent several regions, including the Republic of Khakassia, Novosibirsk, Omsk, Irkutsk, Tomsk, and the Tyumen region, alongside local teams from Krasnoyarsk and Burayia. Artisans will exhibit their works, and experts from local clubs will conduct masterclasses on traditional crafts.
Finally, at 7:00 PM,the Central Stadium of Krasnoyarsk hosts the opening ceremony of the All-Russian Football Festival "Copa Junior." Over 200 under-14 soccer teams from cities across the Ural region, Zabaikalsky Krai, Novosibirsk, Irkutsk, Tomsk, Tyumen, and other cities will participate in the event. The theme for this year's festival is friendship among the peoples of the BRICS nations. Teams will represent one of the BRICS countries according to a pre-determined draw.
The festival program includes concerts, interactive sports stations, creative workshops such as pottery, painting, and robot construction, and a charity gala match featuring local soccer stars, famous trainers, and celebrities. The festival runs from June 12th to 15th.
Stay tuned for more updates on these exciting events!
[Graphic: Denis Alexandrov]
Enrichment Insights:- Patriotic Activities and Flag-Raising Ceremonies: Russia Day celebrations typically include patriotic events, such as flag-raising ceremonies, across Russia. In Krasnoyarsk, the flag-raising ceremony is a significant part of the celebrations, occurring at the highest point in the city on Nikolaevskaya Sopka. The flag is hoisted on a high flagpole visible from every district, accompanied by the singing of the national anthem.- Cultural Events and Festivals: Russia Day involves mass celebrations, concerts, and various activities for citizens of all ages, typical across many Russian cities, including Krasnoyarsk.- Sports and Interactive Stations: While specific details about sports events or interactive stations in Krasnoyarsk are not available, Russia Day often features open-air celebrations and sports events nationwide.
At the multinational festival "My Russia," held on Jun 12th, visitors can experience a blend of news from various ethnic groups and lifestyles represented in Krasnoyarsk, enjoying performances, cultural competitions, and workshops showcasing traditional crafts. Later in the day, the home-and-garden aficionados might find joy in the Siberian Festival of National Cultures: "I Love You, Russia!", where artisans from several regions exhibit their works and experts offer masterclasses on traditional crafts.
