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There are 13 city shelters in the capital, currently housing more than 15,000 dogs and cats. Most of them are mixed-breed, but they deserve no less attention and love than their purebred counterparts. On World Mongrel Day, celebrated on December 2, Moscow's urban infrastructure complex They told us how to help an animal that ended up on the street.

Stray cats and dogs are taken to city shelters after being captured. If a citizen discovers an animal on the street that they believe needs help or poses a danger to others, they should call the city's animal control service. To do this, contact the district council where the cat or dog was found and submit a request for capture, either verbally or in writing.

A specialist will then visit the specified address and humanely transport the animal to one of 13 city shelters. Residents can optionally indicate in the application that they would like to contact the catcher and find out where the cat or dog was taken so they can monitor the animal's fate. Shelter assignments depend on the location of the capture. For example, in the city center, northwest, and Zelenograd, capture is handled by the State Budgetary Institution "Dorinvest," which operates the Zelenograd and Zoorassvet shelters.

Cats and dogs arriving at the city animal shelter without an owner are quarantined. There, they undergo a medical examination, necessary treatment, vaccinations, and sterilization, and are given a microchip and a name. After the quarantine period, which lasts from two weeks to a month, the cats are placed in special houses, and the dogs are placed in kennels. From the moment they arrive at the shelter, the animals are cared for by caregivers and socialization specialists, and after the quarantine period is over, volunteers join in. Once the cat or dog has acclimated and regained their trust in people, they can begin looking for new homes. Animals live at city shelters indefinitely until they find homes.

Participants of the "Kind Christmas Tree for Paws" campaign will give gifts to shelter pets.Stories of Help: Whom Users of the mos.ru Charity Service Support

You can meet animals and choose a four-legged companion at shelters during their opening hours or through a new service Mospitometz on mos.ru. Department of Information Technology of the City of Moscow They noted that the portal offers a catalog of over a thousand dog and cat profiles. All animals are vaccinated, socialized, and ready to be adopted. For convenience, the portal offers a filtered search. Users can specify the animal's age, gender, and size, as well as its color and coat type.

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Starting December 1, visitors to the country's main exhibition can send letters to the winter wizard and receive a reply with their warmest wishes on letterhead from Father Frost's Moscow Estate. Special boxes have been placed at the VDNKh information center in the main entrance arch, the Orion family theme park, the Center for National Equestrian Traditions, and the Moskvarium Center for Oceanography and Marine Biology.

VDNKh is one of more than 100 Moscow locations to feature colorful boxes for holiday messages to Father Frost. In their letters to the main New Year's wizard, children and adults can express their wishes and dreams, write greetings, and ask questions about the winter holiday. To do so, they need to drop a letter in the box and include their return address on the envelope. Letters will be forwarded to Father Frost's residence in Moscow, where they will be carefully sorted. Senders who provide a return address will receive a reply by mail.

The New Year's mail service will operate at VDNKh until January 15, 2026.

Holding events for the whole family at VDNKh is in line with the objectives of the national project "Family"More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found at special page.

Project Winter in Moscow — the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, creating an atmosphere of unity, mutual support, comfort, and a festive spirit. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating conditions for creative development, active recreation, and warm social interaction during the cold season.

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Specialists urban economy complex The installation of lighting installations near the circus building on Vernadsky Avenue has been completed. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Housing, Utilities, and Public Works. Petr Biryukov.

"We continue to decorate the capital for the New Year and Christmas holidays. Throughout the city, we traditionally install illuminated decorative structures that create a special festive atmosphere and provide additional illumination at night. Two installations, already beloved by Muscovites, have appeared near the circus building on Vernadsky Prospekt in the southwest of the capital: a futuristic Christmas tree ball and elegant Peacock arches," said Pyotr Biryukov.

The 17-meter-tall, nine-ton light ball is a complex, prefabricated structure consisting of two hemispheres. Its surface is covered with 18,000 LED modules, creating dynamic patterns and visual effects.

Next to the Christmas tree, illuminated "Peacock" arches were placed—a unique portal symbolizing the entrance to the festive space. The four-meter-tall structure consists of 13 arches with a giant peacock figure. Near the circus, a New Year's tree with a tent of golden garlands and illuminated numbers 2026 were installed.

Modern energy-saving LED lighting is used to decorate the city. These lights are energy-efficient, safe, and designed to operate in all weather conditions.

The structures are reused year after year. Their versatility allows them to be modified and adapted for different events.

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On December 6, in the 850th Anniversary of Moscow Park, reenactors will recreate the winter battles of the Great Patriotic War of 1941 as part of the project Winter in MoscowAt the event "Soldiers of Victory: Winter 1941" City residents will see military equipment, weapons, and vehicles from those years, and also learn about soldiers' daily lives. Admission is free.

The arms exhibition will showcase examples of Victory weapons and discuss the tactics of the winter battles of 1941. Among the exhibits are symbols of the Soviet infantry—the Shpagin submachine gun, the Mosin rifle, and the Degtyarev light machine gun.

Interactive exhibits will introduce the key elements of anti-aircraft defense and the work of medics. Visitors will see a Maxim anti-aircraft machine gun crew in a winter position on a special mounting, as well as equipment used to protect soldiers from the air. These include 1940-era steel helmets, camouflage nets, and firefighting equipment for shooting down incendiary bombs.

At the medical post, they will talk about the methods and means used by military medics in harsh climatic conditions and display the equipment and tools that saved soldiers' lives.

Additionally, the master class will introduce the principles of anti-armored combat vehicle weapons. At the firing position of a Degtyarev anti-tank rifle crew, they will learn how to load and aim, fire, and throw grenades.

The event will begin at 4:00 PM in the park near the skating rink opposite 21 Porechnaya Street. It is designed for guests ages seven and up.

Winter in Moscow— the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, creating an atmosphere of unity, mutual support, comfort, and a festive spirit. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating conditions for creative development, active recreation, and warm social interaction during the cold season.

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Moscow is a global leader in the development and use of electric transport. To replace buses with electric ones, the city is upgrading its charging infrastructure and modernizing its operating areas. This helps increase the number of electric bus routes and make passenger travel even more comfortable. Furthermore, innovative electric vehicles contribute to a cleaner environment, which in turn improves the quality of life for Muscovites.

As reported by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry Maxim LiksutovThe Nagornaya Park in the south of the capital now operates exclusively eco-friendly electric vehicles. Over 400 drivers operate 24 electric bus routes there.

"We're upgrading Mosgortrans' existing transit facilities to accommodate electric transport, as instructed by Sergei Sobyanin. The Nagornaya transit facility serves routes in more than 30 districts of the capital. Over 250 Russian-made electric buses operate on these routes," added Maxim Liksutov.

Electric bus depots

Today, electric buses are serviced at 12 Mosgortrans sites. Moscow was the first in the country to begin building modern electric bus depots. In 2022, the first electric bus depot in Russia and the largest in Europe, "Krasnaya Pakhra," opened in the New Moscow.

Eco-friendly buses began operating in the Novomoskovsky and Troitsky administrative districts. A year later, the Mitino bus depot was built in the northwest. With its arrival, electric buses began operating in 20 districts of the capital and two nearby cities in the Moscow region. At the end of 2023, a third innovative electric bus depot, Saltykovka, began operating. It serves routes in the east of the city.

At the site, specialists prepare the vehicles for service: they check the functionality of all electric bus systems, wash the vehicles, and charge the batteries. Manufacturer representatives also conduct scheduled inspections and maintenance on the vehicles here.

Advantages of electric buses

Replacing one bus with an electric bus reduces carbon dioxide emissions by more than 60 tons per year. These innovative vehicles offer a smooth ride, with no noise or vibration. They are equipped with media screens displaying useful information and charging ports for devices. A folding ramp and a driver-call button make electric buses comfortable for people with disabilities. Strollers and bicycles can be stored in the storage area.

Starting in 2022, the capital will receive upgraded vehicles. These electric buses feature adaptive interior lighting, which switches from cool to warm at 2:00 PM for passenger comfort. The front route sign, enlarged by 18 percent, allows for easy identification from a distance. An electric heater inside the vehicle is environmentally friendly and maintains an optimal temperature. The driving range has increased from 40–50 to 80–90 kilometers. Meanwhile, the vehicle's weight remains unchanged.

In 2025, the new-generation KAMAZ-52222 electric buses entered service. They are even more comfortable thanks to a redesigned cabin layout, a 15 percent larger storage area, additional carry-on luggage space, and a redesigned door. The climate control system has been made more efficient, and the doors now feature light strips indicating door opening and closing. The exterior design of the electric buses is in line with modern trends in global industrial design.

Innovative vehicles are being developed based on operating experience from earlier models and passenger feedback. Moscow's order for new technology supports employment in the regions and stimulates the development of domestic industry.

With new vehicle deliveries and the development of charging infrastructure, even more electric bus routes will appear in the city. This year, Moscow signed contracts with PAO KAMAZ for the supply of 1,100 new-generation electric buses for 2025–2027. All of them meet the most stringent safety and service standards.

In accordance with the objectives of the national project Infrastructure for Life Moscow is placing significant emphasis on modernizing its social and public infrastructure, including increasing the number of convenient public transportation routes and upgrading its rolling stock. Furthermore, as part of the national project, the capital has begun developing the Central Transportation Hub. It will become a unified transportation system with predictable commuter rail service for over 30 million residents in 11 Russian regions.

More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found at special page.

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Since 2011, metro construction has involved tunneling under the Yauza, Moskva River, Setun, Setunka, and Ochakovka rivers. This was reported by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Development Policy and Construction. Vladimir Efimov.

"Since 2011, tunneling under rivers has been carried out during the construction of the Big Circle, Solntsevskaya, and Troitskaya metro lines. The Moscow Metro's connecting tunnels are constructed using tunnel boring machines (TBMs) with diameters of six and 10 meters. The machine creates a circular tunnel, leaving behind a finished outline of prefabricated elements. Sections of the line running under water bodies are constructed with particular care. There are numerous such sections throughout Moscow. Tunneling under a river using a TBM is a complex process that requires careful preparation and the use of specialized technologies to prevent flooding. Key considerations include pressure control in the working chamber using compressors, groundwater drainage, and high-precision navigation," noted Vladimir Efimov.

Under the beds of large bodies of water, there is typically an impermeable clay layer—it's dense and poorly permeable. Tunneling takes place in or beneath this layer. A key feature of tunneling under water bodies is the mandatory shutdown of the TBM 50 meters before the water's edge to inspect the cutting tool for wear. If the equipment breaks down, repairing the damage is much more difficult.

"Work is carried out under high pressure, so strict monitoring of the equipment, its integrity, and the availability of emergency evacuation systems is essential. To protect the tunnel from water, metal-insulated tubes are sometimes used, which are installed as each section is constructed. Precise adherence to the planned route and depth is critical to avoid damaging existing structures and encountering unexpected geological conditions. Various methods can be used to reduce soil permeability, such as the injection of special solutions," added Maxim Gaman, CEO of Mosinzhproekt JSC.

Construction is currently ongoing on the Rublevo-Arkhangelskaya, Biryulevskaya, and the second stage of the Troitskaya metro lines. Excavations are planned under the Moskva River, the Novinki backwater, and the Gorodnya, Sosenka, and Desna rivers. These sections total 3,130 meters.

Earlier, Sergei Sobyanin announced the beginning of tunnel excavation between the stations "Dream Island" and "Klenovy Bulvar".

Mosinzhproekt is the general designer and general contractor for the construction of new Moscow metro lines and stations. Since 2011, the holding company has contributed to the construction and reconstruction of 84 metro stations, over 180 kilometers of lines, the construction of eight new depots and a car repair plant, and the reconstruction of five more depots.

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On December 6th, the "Family Games" project will launch, organized for young Muscovites and their parents. Every weekend, family teams will have the opportunity to participate in sporting events. Admission is free.

Events include open tournaments and workshops in strength sports, tag rugby, broomball, laser tag, mini-orienteering, and snow sumo. There will also be relay races, games of the peoples of the world, and other fun activities, including tug-of-war, pillow fights on a balance beam, and sack jumping. Everyone will be able to find new hobbies and spend the weekend with their loved ones.

Events are organized at 13 city venues:

— at the Avangard stadium (Entuziastov Highway, Building 33) in the Eastern Administrative District;

— in the children's park "Fili" (Bolshaya Filevskaya Street, Building 9) in the North-West Administrative Okrug;

— in the Svyatoslav Fedorov Park (Dmitrovskoe Shosse, Building 80a) and on the site near the Baku Cinema (Usievich Street, Buildings 12–14) in the Northern Administrative Okrug;

— in the Yauza Sports Park (Mira Avenue, buildings 161–163) and in the park area from Musorsky Street to Dezhnev Passage (Yurlovsky Passage, building 8) in the North-Eastern Administrative Okrug;

– at the rotunda on General Karbyshev Boulevard (house 14) in North-Western Administrative District;

— in Linden Park (block 152) and on Tove Jansson Square (block 165) in the Nenets Administrative Okrug;

— next to the Novoslobodsky cultural center (Sushchevsky Val street, building 10a, building 1) and in the Festivalny Park (Sushchevsky Val street, building 56) in the Central Administrative District;

— in the M.P. Sudakov square (Sovkhoznaya street, building 17/49) in the South-Eastern Administrative District;

— in the Nadezhda square (Leninsky Prospekt, buildings 82–86) in the South-Western Administrative Okrug.

Three more sites will join the project later:

— in the park near the Nekrasovka transport hub (Rozhdestvenskaya Street, Building 31) in the South-East Administrative District; — on Nagatinskaya Embankment (Nagatinskaya Embankment, Building 42, Building 3) in the Southern Administrative District; — in Zhuzha Park (Akademika Millionshchikova Street, Building 14, Building 2) in the Southern Administrative District.

"Family Games" was organized by the capital Department of Sports as part of the "Winter in Moscow" project.

Winter in Moscow — the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, foster mutual support, and create an atmosphere of unity, comfort, and festive spirit. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating conditions for creative development, active recreation, and warm social interaction during the cold season.

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From December 20, 2025 to January 4, 2026 on the stage of the Moscow Academic Musical Theatre named after K.S. Stanislavsky and Vl.I. Nemirovich-Danchenko (MAMT) with the support of Department of Culture of the City of Moscow festive screenings will take place ballet "The Nutcracker" Pyotr Tchaikovsky, directed by Yuri Possokhov.

One of the capital's leading musical theaters will present a production that blends theatrical traditions with contemporary theatrical language. Pyotr Tchaikovsky's ballet has long been a symbol of the New Year holiday, and Yuri Possokhov's version returns audiences to its origins—the humanistic fairy tale by Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, whose 250th anniversary will be celebrated on January 24, 2026.

"Yuri Possokhov's 'The Nutcracker' holds a special place in the Stanislavsky and Nemirovich-Danchenko Moscow Academic Musical Theatre's New Year's program—it has long been its flagship, a production that audiences look forward to all year long. A sought-after and beloved production, supported by the Moscow Department of Culture, it rightfully bears the title of the capital's premier 'Nutcracker.' During the holidays, the theatre will open its doors to all generations of Muscovites and visitors alike, offering an atmosphere of unity and the joy of meeting beautiful music and artists," noted Andrei Borisov, General Director of the Stanislavsky and Nemirovich-Danchenko Moscow Academic Musical Theatre.

The story of Marie and the enchanted Prince (The Nutcracker) unfolds as a parable of growing up, first love, courage, and bravery. Yuri Possokhov's choreography combines academic vocabulary with vibrant drama, emphasizing the melody and rhythmic energy of Pyotr Tchaikovsky's score. Polina Bakhtina's set and costume designs establish the visual logic of the production: the vast stage space, designed as a giant book, is symbolic. In the MAMT production of "The Nutcracker," dolls and toys come to life, creating a New Year's miracle.

"'The Nutcracker,' which we present at the Stanislavsky and Nemirovich-Danchenko Musical Theatre, is a production for everyone. It's important to me that it appeals to both children, who are looking forward to a true New Year's fairy tale, and adults, who always hold childhood memories alive. It's well known that Tchaikovsky's ballet was written not based on Hoffmann, but on a simplified retelling by Alexandre Dumas. In our version, we've returned to Hoffmann's tale: Marie's meeting with Drosselmeyer's nephew becomes the starting point for her fantasies and dreams. The history of 'The Nutcracker' productions is vast, but each time the production must be reimagined—every generation should have its own 'Nutcracker,' and for us, this is, above all, an attempt to return to the tradition of narrative ballet and to re-examine Tchaikovsky's great music," said choreographer Yuri Possokhov.

The leading roles will be performed by prima ballerinas, principal dancers, leading soloists, and soloists of the Moscow Academic Youth Theatre: Natalia Somova, Oksana Kardash, Erika Mikirticheva, Anastasia Limenko, Elena Solomyanko, Denis Dmitriev, Ivan Mikhalev, Innokenty Yuldashev, German Borsai, Evgeny Zhukov, Artur Mkrtchyan, and other artists.

The role of Drosselmeyer is given a special place in the performance. On December 21 at 12:00 PM, the ballet company's artistic director, Maxim Sevagin, will perform this role.

The performance features the MAMT orchestra and children's choir. Conducting will be Arif Dadashev, Roman Kaloshin, Fyodor Beznosikov, and music director Ivan Nikiforchin.

The Moscow Academic Youth Theatre has also prepared a festive program for young audiences during the New Year holidays. They will present an absolute family-friendly bestseller—Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's opera "The Tale of Tsar Saltan," based on Alexander Pushkin's famous work—as well as Jacques Offenbach's comic opera "Robinson Crusoe," featuring live parrots. This will become a true tropical island among the "Winter in Moscow" events.

The whole family can also attend "Meet the Orchestra," where audience members will interact with the musicians and learn about the structure of a symphony orchestra, as well as a concert of "Christmas Songs," featuring traditional holiday songs from various nations and cultures performed by the MAMT Children's Choir. These performances will complement the New Year's performances of "The Nutcracker" and create the atmosphere of a major winter theater festival for audiences of all ages at the Stanislavsky and Nemirovich-Danchenko Moscow Academic Musical Theater.

Winter in Moscow — the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, creating an atmosphere of unity, mutual support, comfort, and a festive spirit. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating conditions for creative development, active recreation, and warm social interaction during the cold season.

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This winter, the capital's parks will be open. 28 rinks, subordinate Department of CultureThe first of them, with artificial turf, opened on December 1st. This was reported by Natalia Sergunina, Deputy Mayor of Moscow.

"Residents and tourists are already welcome at 17 venues, including Tagansky Park, the Vorontsovo Estate, Fili Park, and Krasnaya Presnya Park. In addition to skating sessions, visitors will be able to enjoy master classes and ice shows," said Natalya Sergunina.

Another 11 natural ice rinks will open when temperatures drop below freezing.

Three flagship venues, located in the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve, Sokolniki Park, and at the main entrance arch of Gorky Park, have also begun welcoming guests.

The Kolomenskoye Ice Rink along the Moskva River embankment has become one of the largest this season, covering over 13,000 square meters. It can be reached free of charge from the Kolomenskaya metro station on a small New Year's train.

Another skating rink awaits guests near the arch of Gorky Park's main entrance, with a festively decorated fir tree at its center. The nearby MediaRubka studio hosts performances by young artists on weekends.

The "Ice" rink in Sokolniki was renovated as part of a comprehensive improvement program for the park. It covers over five thousand square meters and can accommodate up to 500 people at a time. Sokolniki will also feature four new ice rinks with natural surfaces.

Similar skating rinks will be added to other parks, including Izmailovsky and Vorontsovsky. Schedules and access conditions can be found on the parks' websites and social media pages.

Winter in Moscow— the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, creating an atmosphere of unity, mutual support, comfort, and a festive spirit. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating conditions for creative development, active recreation, and warm social interaction during the cold season.

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