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On November 3–4, Moscow will host the Night of the Arts, an initiative promoting cultural engagement and education with events spanning various locations and art forms. Between concerts and exhibitions, theatre performances and screenings, workshops and lectures, you’re bound to find something that interests you on this very special November night.

Spending a whole day outside Moscow can be both exciting and meaningful—and the Kaluga region offers two truly unique places to explore: an environmental museum and a picturesque private zoo.

While summer is still here—and with an Indian summer just around the corner—now is the perfect time to escape the city and enjoy a day trip to the Moscow region. Explore one of its cultural gems: the New Jerusalem Museum in Istra, located about 60 kilometres from Moscow.

Moscow's museums present endless possibilities for art lovers. Our carefully selected exhibitions reveal the capital's cultural layers—from the spiritual depth of Russian icons to dynamic contemporary works and masterful decorative arts.

International Museum Day has been celebrated worldwide on May 18 since 1977. To mark the occasion, the Museum Night event invites visitors to explore exhibitions late into the night. On May 17, Moscow museums will be open from 6 pm until midnight or even 2 am, with free admission.

Moscow Museum Week is a cultural initiative that allows locals and visitors of the capital—including foreign students—to enjoy free access to various exhibitions in the city’s museums over the course of seven days. It takes place during the third week of each month, and in May the programme runs May 12–18. Entrance is free, but admission tickets must be obtained in advance. The exhibitions cover a wide range of areas including history, science, art, music, literature, and Moscow’s cultural heritage.