To see "The Nutcracker" and meet Ded Moroz: a vibrant New Year’s program at the National Centre RUSSIA

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A rich New Year’s program is held for guests of the National Centre RUSSIA during the winter holidays. Children and adults can participate in creative workshops, join the atmospheric tour "Make a Wish," and watch the famous ballet "The Nutcracker." The events of the New Year’s program will run until February 1.

The lighting ceremony of the "New Year Trees of Russia" marked the start of New Year’s activities at the National Centre. Guests can see eight decorated trees — one for each federal district of the country. Each tree features a unique collection of decorations reflecting the cultural, natural, and folk characteristics of each federal district. More about the project "New Year Trees of Russia" can be learned during the "Make a Wish" tour through the outdoor space and expositions at the National Centre RUSSIA.

One of the key events of the New Year holidays will be the premiere of a unique multimedia production of the ballet "The Nutcracker." Static decorations will be replaced with video content displayed on large-format screens. Animated effects will bring the story to life, making the performance even more magical. Audiences will witness how the centuries-old traditions of Russian ballet merge with cutting-edge technology, transforming the classic performance into a dazzling visual adventure. The shows will take place on December 28 and 29, 2024, and January 3 and 4, 2025.

On December 27, the National Centre RUSSIA will host the "Children’s Press Conference of the All-Russian Ded Moroz from Veliky Ustyug in the Vologda region." The participants will be children aspiring to become journalists, including children with various health conditions. All guests will have the opportunity to interact with the main winter wizard — Ded Moroz.

Family New Year’s workshops are also held for visitors of the National Centre RUSSIA. For example, guests can learn how to create New Year tree decorations and beautifully wrap gifts. You can follow the schedule on the website russia.ru.

In addition, visitors have a unique opportunity to send New Year’s postcards to friends and family across the country and even to any part of the world — thanks to the project “New Year Russia. Dreaming Together,” created in collaboration with Russian Post. A special mailbox has been set up on the second floor of the Centre, where bright New Year’s postcards can also be found.

The festive atmosphere of the New Year season is enhanced by a special playlist: familiar holiday melodies are played throughout the National Centre RUSSIA.

The New Year season at the National Centre RUSSIA will conclude on February 1. All New Year activities, like other events at the Centre, are free. However, some events require prior registration. The festive program is available on the website russia.ru.

The National Centre RUSSIA was established by order of the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, to preserve the legacy of the International RUSSIA EXPO and to showcase the achievements of the country and its citizens on a permanent basis. Federal government agencies, state companies, corporations, and regions take part in the Centre’s work.

The National Centre RUSSIA is located at 14 Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment, Moscow. The Centre is open from 10:00 to 20:00 every day except Monday.