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Father Frost parade in goes on in Moscow

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Father Frost parade in goes on in Moscow


30.12.2019


Popular with kids during New Year celebrations, legendary character in Slavic mythology, Father Frost, accompanied by his granddaughter Snegurochka, brings New Year to children. Just few days before 2020 begins, crowds of people launched a festive march through the central streets of the Russian capital, donning Father Frost costumes. The procession is expected to wrap up with a contest for the most creative costume.

The winners to be awarded with "ushanka" hats, scarves, mittens and other warm wearable presents. The costume parade comes as part of Journey to Christmas festival - a month-long event entertaining Moscow locals and guests with street shows, ice theatres, Christmas cuisine from all over the world and other recreation events. 

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