Moscow Events Calendar 2019
Here is our Moscow Events Calendar with the main food and cultural events, shows for kids, free days and street and film festivals! We keep on updating the calendar!
Sports
Bike Parade May 26
Around 30,000 participants are expected for this year’s ride on May 29. It will be held from 11 am until 4 pm. Participation is free. We will publish the details shortly.
Moscow’s Museum Night May 18
Every year during Moscow’s Museum Night more than 300 of Moscow’s museums and art centres are open until the early hours of the morning, welcoming visitors with no admission charge.
Shows
The “Nutcracker” Kremlin Ballet May 19
Seeing a ballet in the heart of Moscow must be every traveller’s dream. Having celebrated its anniversary, «The Kremlin Ballet» became one of the world leading troupe on the international scene performing at one of the world’s best ballet venues.BOOK TICKETS HERE
The Jackson&Houston Show May 30
Only on May 30, in the State Kremlin Palace a grandiose show will take place – legendary hits of Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston. BOOK TICKETS HERE
Bon Jovi May 31
LEGENDARY American rocker Jon Bon Jovi is set to play at Luzhniki next – spring!BOOK TICKETS HERE
June
Food
Moscow Food Truck Festival June 14 – June 16
The annual “Moscow Food Truck Festival” will be held in the middle of June in Sokolniki Park. The event will provide the public with a massive array of creative street snacks to sample. All guests will be entertained throughout the day by live music performances. Entrance is free!
Shows
Historic concert of Anna Netrebko/Andrea Bocelli June 4
For the first time in history! The grand gala concert of the biggest world stars on the classical music scene- Anna Netrebko, Andrea Bocelli, Yusif Eyvazov and Olga Peretyatko in the State Kremlin Palace.The audience will be impressed by the incredible stage decorations and a grandiose musical show.BOOK TICKETS HERE
The International Knight Festival June 12- June 16
St. George Tournament is not just a competition, but a colorful show as well. Visitors of the festival will see its opening ceremony and awarding ceremony upon completion of the day of fighting with knights, performances of a historical theater, magic hunting and much more.
Kiss June 13
The legendary American hard rock band KISS will perform in Moscow as part of their End Of The Road world farewell tour in 2019.The musicians will roll out their renowned show to the stage of the VTB Arena stadium.BOOK TICKETS HERE
“Usadba Jazz” Festival June 22 – June 23
Usadba Jazz is the most anticipated event of the year, the largest Russian open-air presenting jazz and funk, world music and soul, indie and electronics. Usadba Jazz is a festival for the whole family. The youngest ones can enjoy a beautiful music programme specially created for them at Usadba Jazz Kids stage.BOOK TICKETS HERE
July
Festivals
LivePark July 12 – July 14
Park Live is an annual international festival in Moscow that usually attracts around 25 to thirty thousand visitors. This year it will be headlined by the Prodigy, 30 Seconds to Mars and more! BOOK TICKETS HERE
Geek Picnic Festival July 13 – July 14
the largest European open air festival dedicated to popular science, modern technology, science and art will be held on the territory of the Kolomenskoye Museum. Entrance ticket prices start at 750 roubles. For more information, please, click here.
Food
Barbeque Festival July 26 – July 28
The Barbecue festival is scheduled for July in Sokolniki Park with 150 participants for the best city restaurants. More than 30 meat-focused restaurants, chefs and grill experts will prepare delights to satisfy every guest. Entrance is free!
Shows
Chemical Brothers July 7
The Chemical Brothers are bringing their audiovisual show to Moscow! The news coincides with the announcement that their brand new album No Geography is set to be released in spring 2019.BOOK TICKETS HERE
Afisha Picnic Festival August 3
Every summer the Afisha Festival brings great music and fun to Kolomenskoe park in Moscow for a day. In 2019 the line up will feature the Cure along with a selection of international and local music stars. Come early to browse the market and try out the entertainment, which always includes dance stages and virtual attractions.BOOK TICKETS HERE
Jennifer Lopez August 4
Jennifer Lopez is hitting the road this summer. The North American It’s My Party Tour, Lopez’s first outing in more than six years, will kick off on June 7. On August 4 she will perform in Moscow! BOOK TICKETS HERE!
International Fireworks Festival August 18 – August 19
The International Fireworks Festival will be held in Brateevo Park! The leading pyroteams from all over the world will come together to take part in unforgettable show and to compete for the main prize.To purchase the ticket,please,click here.
September
September
Shows
The “Spasskaya Tower” Festival August 23 – September 1
The International Military Music Festival – ‘Spasskaya Tower’ opens by the end of August on Red Square.The best of Russian and foreign military bands and folk groups, as well as honorary guard units of the heads of states, will take part in the event. To book the tickets, please, click here.
Food
“WorldFood Moscow” Exhibition September 24 – September 27
The event is the main platform in Russia where food trade professionals, international associations, government ministers can assess the market; network with existing and new clients, as well as conduct and conclude deals for the future.WorldFood Moscow annually gathers international food and drink companies from over 62 countries.
October
Food
Moscow Gastronomic Festival October 1 – October 30
The Moscow Gastronomic Festival has opened this month, with 75 restaurants welcoming clients to special contestant set-menus from their master chefs.One of the best attractions of the menus are the prices: the price limit means that customers can taste the main dishes of Moscow’s fanciest restaurants at significantly discounted prices! The restaurants are listed here: http://www.gastronomic.ru
Shows
Satori Show by Sergei Polunin October 13
International ballet superstar Sergei Polunin will perform his show Satori for the first time in Moscow. He was the youngest first dancer of the Royal Ballet in London. Today he performs in Hollywood movies as well as in commercials for some of the most fashionable brands and many of his ballet performances are sold out within minutes! BOOK TICKETS HERE
November
Free Events
The Night of the Arts November 3
The annual Night of the Arts will be held on November 3.With dozens of venues on the list, the festival brings together those who love contemporary and classic art, performances and concerts by live bands. Entrance to all events is free. Operating hour 18.00 – 2.00.
Shows
Lord of the Dance Nov 25 – Nov 26
Lord of the Dance is a mesmerizing blend of traditional and modern Celtic music and dance. The story is based upon mythical Irish folklore as Don Dorcha, Lord of Darkness, challenges the ethereal lord of light, the Lord of the Dance. Battle lines are drawn, passions ignite and a love story fueled by the dramatic leaps and turns of dancers’ bodies begins to build against a backdrop of Celtic rhythm. The action is played out over 21 scenes on a grand scale of precision dancing, dramatic music, colorful costumes and stage-of-the-art staging and lightingBOOK TICKETS HERE
