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• Firsts in Russia: Beauty Pageant, Rock Festival, and More

  Up until the late 1980s, Russian culture was largely – though not entirely – cut off from the international scene. With the downfall of the Soviet Union, however, things had changed. That was the era of firsts. From record-breaking rock concerts to fashion shows, here are some of the major events that shaped modern Russian culture.

  15.09.2025

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: April 29 – May 1, 2023

  The upcoming weekend might not be the warmest one, but at least it will be a day longer – all thanks to May 1 being a public holiday. In our usual trusty guide, we invite you to various concerts, a photo exhibition, and a special movie screening. Let’s dive right in!

  26.04.2023

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: March 19-20, 2022

  The artworks by St. Pete’s modern artists, a screening of a cult ‘90s movie set in the city, and orchestral rock by a local band – we invite you to spend this weekend St. Petersburg-style.

  16.03.2022

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: February 19-20, 2022

  Though February may feel sometimes daunting and tedious – or should I say just “meh”? – it won’t stop us from enjoying the long-awaited weekend. Especially when there’s so much on in the city. A vinyl records market, a freshly-opened ABC exhibition, a new classical take on iconic rock songs, and more – let's make this a "yahoo!" weekend.

  16.02.2022

• Cult Rock Locations in St. Petersburg

  In the late 20th century, St. Petersburg was one of the key centers of underground art, including rock music, in Russia. Here’s a list of locations related to this era – some now defunct, and others still welcoming visitors.

  14.01.2022