Every New Year Veliky Novgorod welcomes gladly visitors to experience the atmosphere of the magic Russian winter. Most of the festives take place on a New Year's Night from December, 31 to January, 1. The fireworks light the sky above the Sophia Square in the center of Veliky Novgorod near the Kremlin. 

Fairy-Tale New Year - On the 1st - 3rd of January the festive holiday will be held in the Novgorod Kremlin.

Christmas Holidays in Vitoslavlitsy - On the 8th of January Vitoslavlitsy is also ready to meet their guests at a holiday which is dedicated to the birth of Christ. According to the orthodox tradition Christmas is celebrated on the 7th of January every year.

How to get to Veliky Novgorod? - There are several ways of how to get to our city: by bus or by train. What would be more comfortable for you?

Hotels - Hotels in our city are waiting for their guests. Please be sure you book your room in advance, because the winter holidays is a high season for tourists.

Rollercoasters in The City Park - They are open all year round! There are two parks in our city - one is situated near the Kremlin and another one is situated on the Trade side of the city.

Cafes, restaurants - All the restaurants have special menus for the festive time of the year! Weather can be cold, so enjoy a glass of hot mulled wine or a bowl of steaming traditional Russian soup!

Ice Rinks in Veliky Novgorod

Sightseeing - Most sightseeing objects are open for visit even during this cold season. Find out more about the Kremlin and St. Sophia Cathedral!