It is customary to make plans for the winter holidays in advance, just like for the summer holidays. Already, some parents are thinking about where to go with their children at the beginning of 2018 in Moscow. Museums, theaters and centers are preparing exciting events, and many of them have already posted posters.
Considering the abundance of entertainment and cultural institutions in the capital, it will not be difficult to develop a vacation plan for the first days of the new year. Depending on the interests of the children and the financial capabilities of the parents, you will be able to choose a free or paid event. Here is just a small list of places where you can have fun.
Pre-holiday performances in theaters attract many spectators. Each parent will definitely choose a production that his child will like. So, which theater should you go to?
"Hermitage" on Arbat
From December 23, 2017 to January 7, 2018, young spectators and their parents will be able to see the performance “Old Man Hottabych and the New Year’s Miracle” on the theater stage. The fairy tale tells how the famous wizard came to modern times, but did not lose his magical abilities. The performance will be appreciated by both little and older children.
Address: Novy Arbat street, building 11.
New dramatic
The famous fairy tale “Morozko” by Odoevsky will come to life on the stage of the New Drama Theater on December 23, 2017 (to January 8, 2018) in the form of a fascinating musical with beautiful costumes, good acting and, of course, a festive mood. The production will appeal to both kids and adults.
Ticket price: from 400 to 1500 rubles.
Address: Prokhodchikov street, building 2.
Educational theater GITIS
Old fairy tales teach kindness, respect, and develop intelligence. All this was embodied in the show “Vasilisa the Wise,” staged based on our favorite works, on the stage of GITIS from December 16, 2017 to January 6, 2018. Well, at the end everyone will receive a sweet gift.
Ticket price: from 900 to 1500 rubles.
Address: Academician Pilyugin street, building 2.
"AMPHION"
Boys have been partial to cars and adventures since childhood. It was for such viewers that the plot of the musical “New Year's Races 2” was developed. From December 16, 2017 to January 6, 2018, spectators will enjoy colorful scenery, beautiful costumes, fiery music, mesmerizing dance scenes, acrobatic and circus acts, so not only boys, but also girls, as well as their parents, will enjoy the production.
Ticket price: from 510 to 3100 rub.
Address: DK MAI, Dubosekovskaya street, building 4A.
"Grandfather Durov's Corner"
The mentioned theater prepared several performances for young spectators.
On December 8, 2017, the premiere of a colorful show called “How Santa Got Lost” will take place - an entertaining story about how his “colleague” Santa Claus hurries to Russia at the invitation of Father Frost for the New Year. Cats, dogs, goats, rats, sea lions, camels, elephants and even hippopotamuses will help foreign guests find their way to the holiday. The show will be available for viewing until January 28, 2018.
Ticket price: from 1100 to 1800 rubles.
From December 16 to 29, 2017, the play “Santa Claus and the Long Nose” will be performed on stage, the main idea of which is that on New Year’s Eve all innermost wishes come true. Children aged two years and older are invited to the production, but little ones will especially enjoy it. The fact is that in addition to the main character, the boy Egorka, charming animals (fox, goats, raccoons, cats, dogs, porcupines) and exotic birds will appear on the stage.
Ticket price: 1000 rub.
Address: Durova street, building 4.
"Fanny Bell's House"
Not one, but three performances were prepared by the actors of the Little House of Fanny Bell theater.
December 15, 2017 opens the season of festive performances “Little Santa Claus”. The main spectators should be babies aged from one to 4 years, but the director promises that the show of dolls and sounds will not leave anyone indifferent. Everyone will have time to see the spectacle, because it will be on stage until January 6, 2018.
Those who want to go to the play “Eat Time” should take care of purchasing tickets in advance, since it will be staged for only 2 days – January 3 and 5, 2018. A young but extremely talented director was able to “revive” favorite characters from children's books - Winnie the Pooh, Peter Pan, Tinkerbell Fairy and Mary Poppins.
On Christmas Day, the play “Santa Claus and the Lost Sock” is planned on the theater stage. As you can guess from the title, the story tells how the famous resident of Veliky Ustyug lost his magic sock, without which the New Year could be disrupted. A woolen sock named Zebra comes to the aid of Santa Claus and solves the problem. At the end, all viewers will not only receive sweet gifts, but will also be able to create their own sock friend.
The cost of a ticket to any of the listed events is from 1000 to 1500 rubles.
Address: Staraya Basmannaya street, building 15
"Gzhel"
Young ballet lovers should definitely attend the production of “The Snow Queen” from December 9 to 28, 2017. It is based on the plot of a well-known fairy tale about how the Snow Queen gave young Kai an ice rose and her cold kiss, thereby freezing the boy’s heart, and how Kai’s sister, Gerda, went through dozens of tests to melt this ice.
Ticket price: from 600 to 1200 rubles.
Address: Svoboda street, building 10.
Kuklachev's Cat Theater
In the sports and entertainment complex
Continuing the topic of sporting events, it is necessary to report on several more performances that will take place within the walls of sports complexes.
"Olympic"
Evgeni Plushenko and his star team invite everyone to the Olimpiysky sports complex, where from December 22, 2017 to January 6, 2018, to the Nutcracker 2 ice show. Irina Slutskaya, Elena Jovovich, Emanuel Sandhu, Anastasia Martyushova and other stars will dance on ice to the music of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky performed by a live symphony orchestra. The duration of the event is 1.5 hours.
Cost: from 600 to 4000 rub.
Where is located: Olympic Avenue, building 16.
VTB Ice Palace
Ilya Averbukh does not plan to lag behind his “colleague in the shop”. He is preparing a production of Alice in Wonderland. The plot has not yet been disclosed, but, judging by the title, it is based on the work of Lewis Carroll. The action will take place from December 27, 2017 to January 8, 2018 at the VTB Ice Palace.
Cost: from 1000 to 2500 rubles.
Where is: Avtozavodskaya street, building 23
Luzhniki
The Zapashnys’ performance is radically different from the usual pre-holiday productions. The story is about a girl Angela who cannot hear and cannot speak; she communicates only in sign language. And then she makes a friend, whom only she sees and who explains to her how this world works. Due to her limited speech capabilities, she calls him Y. Hurry up to purchase tickets for one of the sessions from 12/22/2017 to 01/14/2018.
Cost: from 600 to 5000 rub.
Where is it: Luzhniki street, building 24, building 3 (small arena).
"Dynamo"
The famous Olympic champion in synchronized swimming, Maria Kiseleva, also plans to present her show. The aquatic performance is called “Mission Odyssey” and can be seen from December 25, 2017 to January 7, 2018 at the Dynamo stadium. It is based on the myths of Ancient Greece, and the creators promise that every viewer will be able to feel like an ancient hero. The program includes exciting performances from champions in synchronized swimming and diving, as well as masters of aquabike and flyboarding. Stuntmen, acrobats and artists will take part in the action. The picture will be complemented by amazing costumes and amazing music.
Cost: from 600 to 2000 rub.
Where is it: Leningradskoe highway, building 39, building 53.
At the disco
New Year is the best time for fun. And the main components of fun are music and dancing. Disco in Street Style under the motto “No parents!” No toys! is waiting for children and teenagers aged 5 to 15 years from January 3 to 5, 2018. The program includes DJs, MCs, beatboxers, dancers, graffiti, light shows, competitions, prizes, gifts and a lot of other entertainment. Parents can wait for their children in the VIP bar for an additional fee (500 rubles).
Cost: 1200 rub.
Where is it: Gipsy club, Bolotnaya embankment, building 3/4, building 2.
On an excursion
In addition to all the presented activities, during the winter holidays you can go to get acquainted with the nature and wildlife of Moscow and the region. Most of the capital's parks and reserves offer special excursions. For example, in the Bitsevsky forest you can see animals and birds wintering in these parts. The complex in Kuzminki will offer you to make friends with squirrels, pheasants, turkeys, sheep and many other animals living on its territory. And you can learn a lot of interesting things about the life of horses and the peculiarities of their training in the Terletsky Forest Park. In total, more than two dozen such excursions are available in winter.
This is just a short list of places where you can go with your children during the New Year holidays. However, we did not mention that Moscow, on the eve of the magical holiday, is turning into an entertainment center. A beautiful Christmas tree near the Kremlin, dozens of fairs, attractions and skating rinks, shows on the street - it would take a long time to list everything that awaits residents and guests of the capital on the eve of 2018. Thus, even an ordinary walk through its squares, squares, parks and streets will definitely turn into a fascinating activity that will give a lot of positive impressions not only to your child, but also to you, the main thing is that the weather does not let you down.
Video clip New Year's musical "The Lost World":
New Year's Moscow invites you to plunge headlong into the magical chaos, visit fantastic places, witness grandiose and unforgettable spectacles, and also take part in wonderful adventures. In honor of the New Year, a real holiday is traditionally planned here for residents and guests of the city with children.
Where to go with your child to give an unforgettable experience, where to go ice skating and sledding for free, and what must-sees? These and other questions will be answered by the festive announcement of performances, events and entertainment!
The largest number of holiday entertainment for children is organized in Moscow. The offers just make my eyes wide open. I really want to be able to go everywhere, see everything, and bring joy to myself and my children.
In order to solve the question of where to go with your child in Moscow during the New Year holidays, we offer a selection of the most exciting New Year's entertainment organized in the capital city.
Christmas trees light up
What is New Year without the main attribute of everyone’s favorite holiday - a Christmas tree? Elegant, fragrant and sparkling trees literally fill the parks and streets of the capital. The most majestic and beautiful is invariably located on Red Square, and around it a fun fair is replete with goods, a huge skating rink is spread out and the noise of fun is inviting.
Every year the Kremlin Palace opens its doors to young guests. The most grandiose performance for children is held here. There is no child who would not dream of becoming a participant in this mesmerizing action with majestic scenery, dizzying special effects and exciting adventures.
Those who did not get tickets to the Kremlin Christmas tree should not despair, because an equally enchanting event awaits them at VDNKh. New Year's performances around a huge spruce tree and a giant skating rink are held daily. Guests are lured completely free of charge by:
- productions and concerts;
- quizzes and sweepstakes;
- mass celebrations and an abundance of attractions
The highlight of the holiday holiday will be the show, which is held annually at the Moskvarium. The building is located on the exhibition grounds and includes 80 swimming pools and many aquariums. Getting to know marine life from all over the world promises no less impressions than what is happening in the snow-covered pavilions. The day will fly by unnoticed and will be brightened up with wonderful fireworks.
The Moscow Planetarium promises to cause special delight among children, where they invite you not only to explore the corners of the Universe, but also to take part in mind-blowing experiments and exciting master classes. And the guide on the comic excursions is Santa Claus himself!
Colorful and cheerful performances around the New Year's tree are a mandatory attribute of the entertainment program. What would New Year be without a beautiful fragrant spruce playing with lights?
All over Moscow, in open-air areas and in exhibition and theater halls, lush and beautiful Christmas trees are being installed, around which cheerful children will joyfully spin throughout the New Year holidays.
Of course, the most important Christmas tree in Moscow, which is completely free to visit, will be installed in the very center of the city - on Red Square.
The main square of the country traditionally pleases all Muscovites and guests of the city with other New Year's pleasures. This:
- a huge skating rink with beautiful ice and music;
- a colorful and cheerful Christmas market with an abundance of goods and delicious treats;
- holiday shows;
- and, of course, celebrating the New Year with the Kremlin chimes ringing.
You can go with your whole family to see the New Year tree and fun performances at various theaters and cultural centers.
Winter holidays in the capital
Next on the list are open-air ice exhibits and bustling sleigh rides and ice skating. These pleasures are available free of charge in most capital parks. And, of course, one should not write off the traditional events that are held at Moscow’s landmark venues. The organizers guarantee that with the coming of the New Year there will be even more of them. Traditionally, the top five places to visit with children during the winter holidays include:
- Red Square
- Gorky Park
- Sokolniki
- Poklonnaya Gora
GUM will always delight visitors with its luxurious decoration, high-tech goods and other curiosities, because in winter trade in the local pavilions turns into a real festive event.
Where to go for New Year with children
New Year trees in the Kremlin Palace have long gained well-deserved fame. Similar events will be held in:
- Sports Palace "Luzhniki";
- SC "Olympic";
- USC "Wings of the Soviets";
- VTB "Ice Palace".
Traditionally, during school holidays, parents and their children visit:
- Moscow Dolphinarium;
- Central Puppet Theater named after. S.V. Obraztsova;
- Children's Academic Musical Theater named after. N.I.Sats;
- Zoo;
- Planetarium.
Original performances await children in the capital's circuses:
- On Vernadsky - “The Snow Queen”;
- In Luzhniki (Zapashnye) - “SISTEMA2 Human Factor”;
- “Aquamarine” - “Santa Claus. Start".
You can navigate the times and prices for the following children's events:
| Name | Coordinates, time, price | Description |
| Swan Lake | VTB Arena – Dynamo Central StadiumFrom December 29 to January 8 1500 – 3000 rub. |
Y. Rudkovskaya, E. Plushenko will present a show on ice. As Y. Rudkovskaya says, this show is a collaboration of two genres of figure skating and ballet on the floor. Multimedia technologies, space transformation, live symphony orchestra... not only children, but also parents will enjoy it. |
| Grandmother's tales – 2 | Theater "Russian Song" From December 22 to January 8 600 – 1800 rub. |
In the New Year's performance, children will see familiar heroes of folk tales. They will experience exciting adventures and prove the well-known truth about the victory of good over evil. Exclusive costumes, successful production decisions and special effects will make your encounter with a fairy tale unforgettable. |
| Exhibition “Why does a child need a bear?” | Tsaritsyno Museum-ReserveFrom March 31 to March 31 100 – 350 rub. |
The exhibition of ceramic toys will feature 110 clay figurines created in the second half of the 19th-20th centuries by Russian, Tajik, Belarusian, Latvian, Dagestan and Uzbek masters. |
| Performance "Tepa visiting a fairy tale" | Theater "Golden Ring" From December 22 to January 7 300 – 1400 rub. |
New Year's musical performance for the little ones. |
| Chinese ballet and acrobatic show "The Nutcracker" | DK "Congress Center" From December 21 to January 6 800-5300 rub. |
The troupe of acrobats from Shanghai have already become famous for their amazing stunts and show performances. The miracles of acrobatics are based on the traditions of ancient Chinese circuses and carry Buddhist philosophy. Together with technical progress, the talented team manages to create performances of incredible beauty and entertainment. |
| Performance "Tale of the North" | Alexander Shiloava GalleryDecember 15 to January 7 2000 – 2300 rub. |
New Year's fairy tale in a stone hall for children from 3 to 10 years old. |
Moscow skating rinks
Among the most popular Moscow skating rinks during the New Year holidays are:
- the already mentioned skating rink on Red Square;
- The skating rink is the largest skating rink in the world. On New Year's holidays, the skating rink hosts competitions, quizzes, and fun performances. In addition to visiting the skating rink, at VDNKh you can relax in a fun and varied way: buy gifts in numerous shops, have a tasty snack in hospitable cafes, visit interesting exhibitions;
- skating rink in Gorky Park with light tunnels and a frozen fountain. The park also hosts all kinds of New Year's performances, the center of which is the ever-beautiful spruce tree.
For the New Year holidays, Moscow dresses up in bright decorations and lights, cheerful music plays, cheerful performances and lavish fairs are held. It is enough to walk along Arbat and other central streets of the capital to “get infected” with the festive mood and feel like you are in a fairy tale.
The traditional ten-day winter holiday is a great opportunity to reward yourself for your hard work with pleasant leisure time. The capital's posters are filled with tempting offers, all that remains is to choose where to go during the New Year holidays 2020 in Moscow and approve a mini-vacation plan at the family council.
Moscow is thoroughly preparing for the celebration. Already at the beginning of December, its streets are transformed, becoming a little fabulous. Fairs are growing in the squares, Christmas trees, snow slides, and sculptures are appearing. Buildings and trees in crowded places are decorated with garlands, and the whole city literally sparkles rainbow-colored in the evening.
On New Year's Eve, you can go to street festivities, which will take place on Red Square, Tverskaya Street, Chistoprudny Boulevard, VDNKh, Poklonnaya Gora, Vorobyovy Gory, etc.
It will be possible not only to ride the skating rink, but also to visit interesting exhibitions and museums for free (museum of fairy tales, museum of cinema) and visit Santa Claus in the Karelia pavilion.
In many city parks (Gorky Park, Fili, Sokolniki, Kolomenskoye, Babushkinsky Garden, Bauman Park, Hermitage Garden and others) decorated Christmas trees will be installed, theatrical performances, concerts, fun games and competitions.
Separate areas will be dedicated to various sports and dance styles. In Sokolniki Park, where the ice sculpture museum operates, an ice festival will be held, where beautiful ice sculptures will be presented.
At the master classes, you will be able to try yourself as a master in painting icicles, making Christmas tree decorations, etc. And at the end of the New Year's evening, colorful fireworks will take place in the parks.
What to visit in Moscow for the New Year holidays in 2020?
In winter, about 1.5 thousand skating rinks with artificial and natural ice will open in Moscow, both paid and free. Among the most popular are the skating rinks in the park named after. Gorky, Kolomenskoye Park, Ostankino, VDNKh and others.
Where else is it worth going in Moscow for New Year 2020? You can reserve tables in cafes and restaurants “Paradise”, “Kamin”, “Ararat”, “Aurora”, “Taj Mahal”, “Carlson”, “Bono”, White Rabbit, “Banquet Hall in Izmailovo”, “ Wheel of Time" and others.
Nightclubs also offer their services for organizing holidays on New Year's Eve. In such establishments as "Propaganda", "Roof of the World", "Garage", "Solyanka", Rolling Stone Bar, Papa's Place, "Microphone", "Baikonur", the Yotaspace concert venue will host bright holiday shows with performances by famous musicians and artists other genres.
To the fair
On New Year's holidays, which are located on all the busy streets of the capital. By the way, this is a great option for where to go with a child in Moscow when staying at home has become boring. But every fair is a great temptation not only for children, but also for adults. Therefore, when planning to visit it, you need to take care of filling your wallet.
It is clear that the family will return home with a bunch of unnecessary things, but the children will only enjoy such an event. What can you buy at the New Year's fair in the capital? Yes, almost everything. In particular:
- Souvenirs.
- Fun handmade crafts.
- Children's accessories with glowing special effects.
- Dessert delicacies and traditional Russian treats.
The main fair of the capital, as usual, will be located on Red Square.
In club-type establishments
When the home feast with karaoke to the repertoire of Leps and Kadysheva on December 31, smoothly turning into January 1, has become boring, it’s time to think about where to go on the first evening of the New Year to continue the celebration. The ideal option for this is a disco club, especially since there are more than enough similar establishments in Moscow. The most popular of them are:
Most of these clubs and karaoke bars are open 24 hours a day. Therefore, you can always choose the optimal time and the most suitable place to relax outside the home.
To the theater or exhibition
The New Year has already arrived. But there are still plenty of weekends and they need to be filled somehow. At the same time, it’s not just about lounging on the sofa watching TV, but having fun and, if possible, culturally relaxing. If the idea of a walk through a snowy park is not the best, then why not go, for example, to the theater or some exhibition? It is clear that on January 1 there can be no talk of any performance, because creative individuals are also people and they also need rest. But starting from January 2, you can learn more about where and what to see from the posters.
It is worth noting that most of the performances in theaters at this time are intended for children's audiences, but adults will find such fairy-tale performances no less interesting and educational. This is such a rare opportunity to remember yourself as a child and feel those unforgettable impressions of a carefree childhood that you once had in life. True, it’s been a long time...
Moscow is the site of the largest New Year's celebrations in the entire country. People come here from all over our large and vast state to celebrate the New Year. And they do the right thing, because only here you can truly feel all the charm of the New Year holidays extravaganza under the cover of a fabulous and snowy winter.
What to visit in winter in Moscow with the whole family?
The Russian capital has never been considered a cheap city. However, during the holidays it is quite possible to find attractive places that are affordable, and even to entertain yourself and your children for free. From accessible and exciting:
- Inspection of the Kremlin, where there are many monuments and temples.
- Museums that temporarily open their doors, providing free entry to everyone.
- Public skating rinks, which are found in almost every district of the city.
For more than 10 years, the Christmas Gift festival has been delighting children and adults with charity events in which Orthodox churches participate. And “Journey to Christmas” invites you to admire sculptures, glowing tunnels, flickering fountains and other art objects. Curling and hockey, ice skating, skiing, and sleigh rides are organized at the Christmas festival grounds. All family members can also go to Crocus City Hall for the show “Three Heroes, Masha and the Bear!”
Cultural entertainment for aesthetes includes visiting:
- The Museum of Christmas Tree Decorations, where excursions are held that introduce visitors to the techniques for making these New Year's accessories in different parts of the world. At master classes you can really try yourself as a creator of such jewelry.
- Museum of History "Lefortovo", which presented an exhibition of postcards in watercolors by the Dergilev artists. Their work introduces Moscow in the 40s and 80s. last century and conveys the atmosphere of the capital of those years.
- Tretyakov Gallery. During the winter holidays, paintings by famous Italian artists brought from the Vatican will be exhibited here: Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, Poussin and others.
- Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve. Here visitors will plunge into the life of the Romanov imperial family. They will see letters, wardrobe items, dishes, furniture and other objects and personal belongings that belonged to the autocrats of the Russian Empire and were used by them on a daily basis.
- Exhibitions of women's clothing dating back to the Art Deco era. It is presented by the Japanese Costume Institute (Kyoto). Unforgettable classics from Poiret, Chanel, Paquin, Lanvin will impress not only fashionistas. There will be chic jewelry, business and cocktail dresses, coats, and long evening dresses.
Where to go for New Year with children
New Year trees in the Kremlin Palace have long gained well-deserved fame. Similar events will be held in:
- Sports Palace "Luzhniki";
- SC "Olympic";
- USC "Wings of the Soviets";
- VTB "Ice Palace".
Traditionally, during school holidays, parents and their children visit:
- Moscow Dolphinarium;
- Central Puppet Theater named after. S.V. Obraztsova;
- Children's Academic Musical Theater named after. N.I.Sats;
- Zoo;
- Planetarium.
Original performances await children in the capital's circuses:
- On Vernadsky - “The Snow Queen”;
- In Luzhniki (Zapashnye) - “SISTEMA2 Human Factor”;
- “Aquamarine” - “Santa Claus. Start".
You can navigate the times and prices for the following children's events:
| Name | Coordinates, time, price | Description |
| Swan Lake | VTB Arena – Dynamo Central StadiumFrom December 29 to January 8, 2020 1500 – 3000 rub. |
Y. Rudkovskaya, E. Plushenko will present a show on ice. As Y. Rudkovskaya says, this show is a collaboration of two genres of figure skating and ballet on the floor. Multimedia technologies, space transformation, live symphony orchestra... not only children, but also parents will enjoy it. |
| Grandmother's tales – 2 | Russian Song Theater From December 22, 2019 to January 8, 2020 600 – 1800 rub. |
In the New Year's performance, children will see familiar heroes of folk tales. They will experience exciting adventures and prove the well-known truth about the victory of good over evil. Exclusive costumes, successful production decisions and special effects will make your encounter with a fairy tale unforgettable. |
| Exhibition “Why does a child need a bear?” | Museum-Reserve "Tsaritsyno"From March 31, 2019 to March 31, 2020 100 – 350 rub. |
The exhibition of ceramic toys will feature 110 clay figurines created in the second half of the 19th-20th centuries by Russian, Tajik, Belarusian, Latvian, Dagestan and Uzbek masters. |
| Performance "Tepa visiting a fairy tale" | Theater "Golden Ring" From December 22 to January 7, 2020 300 – 1400 rub. |
New Year's musical performance for the little ones. |
| Chinese ballet and acrobatic show "The Nutcracker" | DK "Congress Center" From December 21 to January 6, 2020 800-5300 rub. |
The troupe of acrobats from Shanghai have already become famous for their amazing stunts and show performances. The miracles of acrobatics are based on the traditions of ancient Chinese circuses and carry Buddhist philosophy. Together with technical progress, the talented team manages to create performances of incredible beauty and entertainment. |
| Performance "Tale of the North" | Alexander Shiloava GalleryDecember 15 to January 7, 2020 2000 – 2300 rub. |
New Year's fairy tale in a stone hall for children from 3 to 10 years old. |
If for adults the New Year happens only once - December 31 - then children are luckier. Starting from the middle of the last month of the outgoing year until the very end of the holiday weekend, they can attend many New Year's performances, which are simply called Yolka.
You can quickly and easily buy a ticket to the Moscow Christmas tree 2015 on the Internet, but how do you decide where to go and what to spend your money on? Will the child really like this show?
The Christmas tree can be held in the morning, afternoon or evening - as is convenient for you. Usually this is a theatrical performance, before the start of which competitions and entertainment are held, and in the end children are given delicious gifts, for which each parent has previously “donated” money. During the intermission of the performance you can take photos and buy toys and candy.
During the New Year holidays, parents usually have time to take their child to 2-3 different Christmas parties. So where will we go?
Where to go with a baby under 3 years old?
Puppet theater
A chamber hall with 90 seats, very cozy and comfortable, children take part and come out to dance on stage. The performances “Morozko”, “The Tricks of Kholodunya” and “The Journey of the Snowman” are shown with the participation of beautiful puppets. The ticket price for each spectator, regardless of age, is 750 rubles.
Crocus City
Crocus hosts performances based on the two most popular cartoons for children - “The Fixies” and “Masha and the Bears”. Sometimes animals participate in the performances. But for some reason, not everyone likes Crocus. There are a lot of people. Ticket from 400 to 4000 rubles. Children 4-5 years old enjoy going to this Christmas tree.
New Year's Ball Tepa at the Golden Ring Theater
Quite a popular production, runs from December 20 to January 11. It's nice that children under 5 years old go for free. The most important thing is that there is an interactive part - during the performance the actors begin to interact with the guests and play.
The plot of the play tells about the brownie Tepu and his friends; every year a new story with the same characters is played out. Life-size puppets and actors in colorful costumes take part, high-quality lighting and pyrotechnics are used. Although the hall is quite cozy, some people don’t like the narrow distance between the rows - it’s not always possible to sit a child on your lap.
The most popular Christmas trees
They are also the most popular and the most expensive. The big disadvantage of such events is the very large number of people; tickets are usually sold without seat numbers, but by zone. But, of course, the performances are simply luxurious - you definitely need to go to such a Christmas tree once. The entire performance is prepared by honored artists of the country, choreographers, and screenwriters. What can we say about props, costumes, lighting, special effects, video projections, etc. These Christmas trees are recommended for school-age children.
This show is for those who love good Christmas stories. During this pompous show, the feeling of a fairy tale does not leave you. Before attending the event, prepare your child by telling him about the traditions of celebrating Christmas in Russia.
The plot of the story is based on Orthodox traditions, it is very kind and instructive. A truly impressive sight.
Kremlin Christmas tree
The most important Christmas tree in Moscow attracts up to 5,000 spectators per session. This is a theatrical musical performance in which the most talented actors, musicians and directors participate. The theme of the play is traditionally kept secret. Before purchasing a ticket, check which sessions can only be attended by a child without parents, and which sessions must be attended with adults.
Before the start of the Christmas tree itself, entertainment events for children are held in the Armorial Hall, and round dances are held. And in the Parquet Hall of the Kremlin you can take part in competitions and visit many attractions.
Circus of Dancing Fountains
Artists perform on ice on skates. And all this against the backdrop of bright dancing fountains shimmering with light. Performances run throughout December and throughout January.
Before the start of the play “Snow Dragon”, a New Year’s carnival is held in the circus lobby, which includes not only competitions, but also other entertainment - pony riding, face painting. You can take pictures with the animals.
The most budget Christmas trees
In development centers in your area and small concert halls, and maybe even in sports clubs where children go to dance or wrestle, a ticket will cost inexpensively, from 500 rubles.
Christmas trees are also held in city squares. Recently they opened a free skating rink with skate rentals on Pushkinskaya Square, richly decorated for the holiday with multi-colored lights and ice figures. In addition, every day at 17.00 and 19.00 the Nutcracker on Ice performance is held here.choreographed by a famous figure skater. The performance lasts 50 minutes.
Have you decided on a place? Now all that's left is the little things - buy a ticket and tune in to an amazing and very interesting New Year's show.
- There is no specific dress code for Christmas trees. You can either dress up or come in whatever is comfortable. But it’s better, of course, to prepare well, because where the Christmas tree will be held, there will definitely be many wonderful backgrounds for good photographs as a keepsake. You can take a change of beautiful shoes and, just in case, a warm jacket - it can be cool in the hall. A bottle of water and a light snack wouldn't hurt either.
- Usually, along with the ticket, they offer to buy ready-made sweet gifts. If you refuse to purchase, nothing bad will happen. The child will not feel deprived. It’s better to use this money to buy a toy or sweets that will be sold in the lobby.
- Pay attention to the number of seats in the hall.
- If a round dance and performance are announced, then you need to arrive in advance - 40-60 minutes before the announced start of the performance
- Even if there are not many people, put a note with your phone number in your child’s pocket.
When to buy a ticket for the Christmas tree?
It’s difficult to plan anything with children, so you can buy a ticket a couple of days in advance. But for large Christmas trees, tickets have been sold since the summer; you can buy them in advance and a little cheaper.
If the baby is still very small, give preference to cozy chamber halls and interactive performances in which the child can also take part. At 4-5 years old, you can already decide on the preferences of your son or daughter and buy a ticket to the Christmas tree with a themed performance - Little Red Riding Hood, modern cartoons, a show with animals in the Circus or a unique Robot Christmas tree. And, of course, at 6-8 years old it would be nice to visit some particularly popular mass Christmas tree, as is held every year in the Kremlin.
