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With the arrival of the first days of winter, the capital's central streets, boulevards, and squares sparkled with garlands. The project's sites were decorated in a special way. Winter in MoscowManezhnaya Square, the passage to Revolution Square, and Novy Arbat have become part of a fairytale route of 14 iconic locations, where at every stop you can immerse yourself in the atmosphere of New Year, fairy tales, and magic. Even the outline of this festive route through the city center is shaped like a heart.
A wondrous city of Christmas tree decorations has sprung up on Manezhnaya Square. The atmosphere of an ancient holiday comes alive: a gallery with shopping pavilions selling souvenirs and gifts is decorated with vintage postcards and glowing clouds, seemingly made of cotton wool. A cozy winter town with a decorated Christmas tree and miniature houses has sprung up in the center of the square. And among the snow-covered decorations, you can see Christmas tree decorations from bygone eras. The stage where concerts and performances will take place resembles an old arched train station. Nearby, a decorated kalachnaya (a bakery) with an authentic Russian stove has opened, where you can warm up with aromatic tea and sample delicious pastries. And for those with a special wish, you can drop it into a magical letterbox, hoping your dream will come true.
Walking from Manezhnaya Square to Revolution Square, you can easily be transported to the atmosphere of a bustling Moscow fair of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The air here is filled with the spicy aromas of sbiten and fresh pine needles. Here you can stop for a festive express train with its driver or take photos in the theatrical photo zone. The square is decorated with antique toys that were used to decorate Christmas trees in the distant past. These were soft figurines of fairy tale characters and animals, stuffed with cotton wool. The shopping chalets and wrought-iron galleries are framed with pine garlands. All around rises a mysterious forest of spruce, fir, cherry laurel, holly, and yew.
This season, the even-numbered side of Novy Arbat has been transformed into a street of gifts, adorned with velvet bows, ribbons, and green and red decor. Here you'll find arrangements of decorated fir trees, pines, hollies, dogwoods, and junipers, illuminated by garlands. Novy Arbat will also surprise you with hovering vintage cars and decorated fir trees piled high with gifts. Fir needles in red Art Nouveau-style planters delight the eye and add a festive touch to the space.
A magical Christmas gallery has appeared on the odd-numbered side of Novy Arbat (buildings 13-15, 19-21). A tunnel of fan-shaped arches glows with a deep red light. It is decorated with twinkling lights, elegant red and gold slats, and exquisite decor of fresh pine needles and Christmas tree baubles. Luxurious Nordmann firs can also be seen here, surrounded by vibrant art objects such as large gift boxes and a confetti popper.
Under the vaulted tunnel that stretches along the entire street, guests are greeted by winter displays of decorated fir trees in stylish red planters. Every decorative element is meticulously crafted, transforming this space into a veritable gallery of winter wonders.
In the heart of the capital, vintage aesthetics harmoniously blend with the latest technological solutions, and natural materials with contemporary artistic techniques. This year, over 90 percent of the decorative structures installed in the city had previously been used in holiday decorations. They have been refined, improved, and once again bring a festive feeling to residents and tourists. Along with traditional Nordmann firs, spruces, and pines, hollies and pyracanthas are featured in the decorations. A total of more than 10 thousand evergreen trees and shrubs.
The mos.ru portal previously presented the program for the "Winter in Moscow" project. It runs from December 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026. This season, over a thousand events will be held at more than 400 venues across various districts. These include tastings of unusual dishes, charity events, theatrical performances, creative workshops, film screenings, tours, and much more. For more information about the program, you can check out the announcements onproject page, which has already become traditional for the capital.
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 provide assistance to 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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