Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
November
Winter is already here in November and you can expect to see the first snow on
the ground, which gives the city a magical look.
Day of Reconciliation & Accord
The former October Revolution day - 7 November - is still an official holiday, al-
though it is hardly acknowledged. It still is, however, a big day for flag-waving and
protesting by old-school Communist Party members, especially in front of Gostiny
December
Christmas isn't such a big deal in Russia (and it's in January anyway), but New
Year's Eve is huge. St Petersburg is freezing, snowy and magical.
Arts Square Winter Festival
Maestro Yury Temirknaov presides over this musical highlight, which takes place
every year at the Shostakovich Philharmonia. For 10 days in late December and early
January, artists stage both classical and contemporary works, including symphonic
music and opera.
New Year
Petersburgers see in the New Year (Novy God) by trading gifts, drinking champagne
and listening to the Kremlin chimes on the radio or TV. A great time to see Russians
at their merry best!
