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One of the project's main sites has opened on Sparrow Hills. Winter in MoscowA free skating rink, ski slopes, a creative lab, a fair, and the first restaurant of the capital's colleges have opened near the Moscow Palace of Pioneers. Guests will be treated to a daily evening light show. Thanks to modern technology, the façade and the space around the main building will become a multimedia stage, where light, sound, and projections will combine to create festive scenes of winter fairy tales. This was reported by Anastasia Rakova, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Social Development.
"We've strived to create a cozy space for family relaxation here. Here, you can take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, stroll along the alley of lanterns, make a wish, ice-skate, participate in master classes, and dine at our new restaurant. This isn't just any restaurant. It was opened by Moscow colleges. Here, under the guidance of experienced professionals, students will not only help cook but also practice various cooking techniques and create their own signature dishes. This year, we'll feature light installations, shows, 3D mapping, and a ski slope on Vorobyovy Gory. We're opening our venue today and invite everyone," said Anastasia Rakova.
She added that a truly special place will also open there—the first restaurant of any of the capital's colleges. A student team, led by mentors, will oversee the entire operation of the establishment. They will act as baristas, waiters, chefs, and other specialists. The menu, developed by the students themselves, will feature both modern signature dishes and classics. The restaurant will be open daily from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Visitors will be able to see young chefs at work, sample signature seasonal dishes, and participate in a creative culinary lab, which will run throughout the winter. For students, the restaurant will provide serious professional training, and for residents, it will be an opportunity to visit a new venue created by the future stars of the capital's culinary scene.
The free 4,000-square-meter skating rink will be open in all weather conditions throughout the holidays. Visitors will be able to rent skates and special penguin assistants for children. The rental area will also feature a cozy café where guests can warm up, enjoy a hot drink, and take a break between skating sessions. Pre-registration is required to attend. Mosbilet on the mos.ru portal.
The main building's façade will be transformed into a multimedia performance stage—light, sound, and projections will combine to create festive scenes, evoking the feeling of a winter fairytale. The legendary bonfire in the center of the venue will also be re-lit. This artistic installation will now become part of a lighting show, connecting the history of the Moscow Palace of Pioneers with contemporary urban culture. And in the park, guests will be able to see the northern lights and encounter magical animals that seem to emerge from the trees and bushes.
The "Alley of Magic Lanterns" will also create a festive atmosphere—a vibrant space with art objects and festive installations where everyone can make a wish. A Christmas fair will also be open daily, featuring products created by students from Moscow's colleges. Visitors will be able to purchase New Year's mugs, knitted keychains shaped like candies and angels, decorative wooden lamps, and calendars with metaphorical images. Sweet treats, such as Belgian waffles and trdelniks, will also be available.
A creative lab for children and adults will be open at the Moscow Palace of Pioneers, where participants will be invited to create New Year's decorations, clay and porcelain items, florariums, felt toys, and festive napkins decorated with Russian-style sequins. Tickets are available for purchase on the venue's website.mos.ru.
Winter in Moscow— the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, create an atmosphere of unity and mutual support, and assist those currently defending the Motherland. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating an environment for creative development, active recreation, and warm communication. Particular attention is paid to supporting participants and veterans of the special military operation and their families, as well as all those providing assistance to the front.
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