On the Moscow square will set the stage for the Christmas market

GATI issued a new order for the Christmas fair in St. Petersburg. On Moscow Square, space for activities and master classes will be equipped, stage and art objects will be installed. This was reported in the press service of the State administrative and technical inspection.

In the winter of 2025-2026, the main theme of the festive locations were Russian folk tales. This year, the fairs will unfold from December 12 to January 10 at the Palace, Manezh and Moscow squares, as well as on Malaya Sadovaya and Klenova streets.

Last year, almost 1.5 million people visited the Christmas fairs.

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GATI has already issued the first orders for the preparation of other sites. On Maple Street will install a two-storey steam carousel in the style of the 1920s, and the space will be decorated with glowing installations. On the Palace Square will place a large catal slide and shopping houses. Festive locations will be open to St. Petersburgers until January 10, 2027.