Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
July
Many Muscovites retreat to their dachas to escape summer in the city. The
weather is hot and humid. Hotel prices are down in July and August.
Outdoor Concerts
Though many theatres are closed, the concert calendar is packed. Summer is the time for
outdoor music festivals, such as Subbotnik (
www.subbotnikfestival.ru
)
in Gorky Park and
Afisha Picnic (picnic.afisha.ru) at Kolomenskoe. Estates such as Ostankino and Tsaritsyno
host classical concerts on their grounds.
September
Early autumn is a stand-out time to be in the capital. The heat subsides and
the foliage turns the city splendid oranges, reds and yellows.
City Day
Den goroda
(City Day) celebrates Moscow's birthday on the first weekend in September.
The day kicks off with a festive parade, followed by live music on Red Square and plenty of
food, fireworks and fun.
October
The mild weather and colourful foliage continue in October, though this
month usually sees the first snow of the season.
Moscow Biennale of Contemporary Art
This month-long festival (
www.moscowbiennale.ru
), held in odd-numbered years (and
sometimes in different months), aims to establish the capital as an international centre for
contemporary art. Venues across the city exhibit works by artists from around the world.
Kremlin Cup
An international tennis tournament (
www.kremlincup.ru
) is held every October at the
Olympic Stadium. Not surprisingly, Russian players dominate this event.
