Festival of Russian Culture - 26th February 2012

A wealth of vibrant activities is on offer across Dublin city as part of the third annual Russian Cultural Festival, running from February 20th – 26th.  Traditional music, dance, children’s activities, lively performances, chess challenges, artisan food and cookery, the best in contemporary cinema, informative exhibitions and lectures are just some of the events taking place at numerous locations across the city. The week long festivities will culminate in a family day on Sunday February 26th, traditionally celebrated in Russia as Maslenitsa (“Pancake Day”), where entertainment to appeal to all ages will take place in and around Cow’s Lane and Essex Street, Temple Bar.

The family on Sunday February 26th in Temple Bar will feature a variety of performances and Russian food and souvenir stalls, along with entertainment to keep children enthralled, including Russian storytelling, doll painting, fairytale films and face painting, and plenty other activities to keep adults entertained also!

Check the full listing of events on Dublin City’s Festival of Russian Culture 20th -26th February 2012