Things to Do in Moscow:
On July 21, the Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts will open a new exhibition dedicated to the 20th century Cuban art of posters. With a collection of over 140 posters, it invites visitors to learn about a distinct period in Cuban history through an artistic lens, presenting vibrant artworks that combine various art styles and techniques.
July 17
The HSE Art and Design School Gallery at the Winzavod Centre for Contemporary Art has opened the exhibition ‘The Art of the Book. From Sign to Media.’ The project invites visitors to see the book not merely as a vehicle for text but as an independent artistic form with its own typography, composition, structure, and materiality. The exhibition runs from July 7 to August 25, 2026.
July 13
On July 11, a large-scale parade of vintage and antique cars will take place on the streets of Moscow. The annual celebration encourages the public to learn about the history of transport through themed exhibitions and activities. This year, the celebration will include a vintage transport parade and an exhibition on Chistoprudny Bulvar.
July 10
Several new museum exhibitions in Moscow cover various aspects of history and art, from specific locations like the Sultanate of Oman and the ancient Bosporan Kingdom to the styles of particular contemporary artists. Read on to learn more about five such exhibitions.
June 30
‘Ages and Epochs,’ an annual festival that takes place in the summer, recreates different historical periods through costumes, dance, musical performances, and dramatic re-enactments of historic scenes and events. This year, it takes place at different locations all over the city on June 10–14 with free entrance.
June 11
Summer in Moscow is traditionally associated with the annual public festivals on the streets of the city. This year, some of them will last until the end of August—including a festival dedicated to theatre, music, and performance arts already underway in various spots around the city.
June 05