Thursday, February 26

Thawing Feelings festival 

Though spring may be around the corner on the calendar, we are still a good month away from the lush greenery of the season. Get your first taste of it at the annual Thawing Feelings festival, a traditional display of lilacs and tulips in bloom at St. Petersburg Botanical Gardens. Get the tickets online in advance to avoid queues. 

Friday, February 27

Lisztomania

Are you ready to experience the music of, perhaps, the world’s first musical superstar? So adored was Franz Liszt by mid-19th-century crowds that this phenomenon gained its own name, Lisztomania. Discover his music for yourself at this concert. 

Saturday, February 28

Market on the Neva

Another market at Sevkabel Port was long overdue! At this one, there’ll be corners by local brands and craftsmen, artsy workshops where you’ll get to create your own painting and more, and, of course, a funky DJ set to make the day sing!

Sunday, March 1

La La Land

Here’s to the fools who dream… Back on the big screen is the romance we were all talking about in 2016: the story of a fledgling actress and a jazz musician. A touching soundtrack, colorblocked costumes, and dreams that come true, but not always how we imagined – that is the magic of La La Land that we get to experience once more this week.

Monday, March 2

Erarta Prize

  • Until June 6, 11 am - 11 pm daily, except Tuesdays
  • Erarta Museum
  • 1,500-2,000 rubles (includes a six-month membership)

Everyone gets to have their say on modern art at the annual Erarta Prize! Visit the exhibition on the museum’s first floor and explore the submitted pieces by contemporary artists, from mosaics to sculptures to a giant furry egg (yes!). Right in the exhibition hall, you can cast your vote on who you think deserves this year’s Erarta Prize. 

Tuesday, March 3

Spring High Above

  • Until March 31, 10 am - 10 pm
  • Duma Tower
  • 300-500 rubles (check the current price list here)

Not only at the Botanical Gardens can you witness the first colors of spring! The Duma Tower is arranging a blooming display at every level leading to its observation deck, with the deck itself promised to house the most exquisite arrangement of all. Come to celebrate spring in an unusual setting, enjoy the downtown from above, and take the most stunning pictures amidst the flowers.

Wednesday, March 4

Silent films with an orchestra

Experience cinema as audiences did a hundred years ago: silent films accompanied by an orchestra. This evening, the films will be Behind the Screen (1916), The Playhouse (1921), and The Cure (1917), and the music will be performed by the Easy Winners jazz ensemble. The screening will be presented by cinema expert Liza Pestova.