Students’ Day 2026 in Moscow
Moscow’s celebration of Students’ Day on January 25 will span the whole week and encompass both educational events and lighthearted leisure activities. Students are invited to an entrepreneurship festival, a winter fair, biology exhibitions, and various ice rinks.
Celebrated in Russia on January 25, Students’ Day dates back to the 18th century. Before it had any connection to education, it was religious in origin and commemorated the Christian martyr St Tatiana. In 1755, on the same day, Empress Elizaveta Petrovna signed a decree that established the first university in Russia—now known as Moscow State University. Later, St Tatiana was declared the patron saint of students, and the day came to be associated not only with the first university, but with students in general.
Themed events take place across Russia annually. This year, Moscow will host over a hundred different events for students. Most of them will take place between January 20 and January 25. The events tap into various fields relevant for students: some are educational in nature or intended to help boost one’s career, while others are more entertainment-focused.
Education and Careers
Entrepreneurship Festival
The VI Moscow International Entrepreneurship Festival will feature motivational speeches by and debates between successful entrepreneurs and experts in their field. On the agenda are such topics as the portrait of a modern entrepreneur, AI development, and starting a business in Moscow. The event will close with a concert programme.
When: January 23, starting at 12 pm
Where: 36 Leningradsky Prospekt, VTB Arena
Entry is free, with prior registration available here
Biocluster
The State Biology Museum will give out small souvenirs for every student with an ID card on them who visits the Biocluster, one of its platforms at VDNH. The Biocluster is simultaneously a museum of natural sciences, an exhibition of modern biological achievements, and an assembly of open laboratories. Visitors can choose their own adventure by going through different pavilions. More information can be found on the website (in Russian).
Open: Wed–Sun, from 11 am to 7 pm
Address of VDNH: 119 Prospekt Mira (Pavilions No. 17, 28, 29, 31, 312)
Price: 250 RUB (for each pavilion), tickets are purchased here (website in Russian)
Lecture on Chinese Literature
A free lecture on Chinese classical literature, particularly focusing on Dream of the Red Chamber, a famous 18th century novel, will take place in the park at Khodynskoye Pole. The lecture will include an analysis of the novel with visual slides and a deep dive into four more books that shaped the Chinese literary landscape.
When: January 23, 4 pm
Where: 10 Khodynskoye Pole
Leisure and Entertainment
Weekend for Students
Luzhniki Stadium will host a free winter fair celebrating Students’ Day. Various activities are planned, from athletic competitions to live music performances, and photo booths and decorations will create an ambiance full of fun and youthfulness.
When: January 25, 2:30–5:30 pm
Where: 24 Ulitsa Luzhniki
Ice Rinks and Underground Performances
Different parks across Moscow, including the park at Khodynskoye Pole, the Hermitage Garden, Sokolniki Park, Bauman Garden, Park Kuzminki, and Park Krasnaya Presnya, invite students to skate on their ice rinks for free.
Finally, on January 24, the Kurskaya, Taganskaya, and Michurinsky Prospekt metro stations will host performances by student bands—including both music and dance acts.