Dates Announced for the 2026 Festival of еру WORLD of Siberia Festival
For the 22nd time, this acclaimed open-air event will transform the historic village of Shushenskoye in the Krasnoyarsk Region into a global village of traditional arts and sounds. In a commitment to broad cultural accessibility, admission to all festival events will be free of charge.
The application period for the Festival's Craft and Ethnic Music Competitions opened on January 15, 2026. Prospective participants are invited to submit their entries starting that date. Furthermore, the same portal will accept applications for non-competitive participation, including offers to conduct masterclasses, deliver lectures, or hold performances.
A separate application window for the Festival's Fair will commence on April 1, 2026.
Established in 2003, the Festival has evolved into a recognized cultural asset of the region, earning a distinguished reputation both domestically and internationally. Its significance has been underscored by the patronage of UNESCO on three separate occasions. The 2025 edition proved its immense popularity, drawing a record audience of over 80,000 visitors to its diverse venues. The Festival is founded and supported by the Ministry of Culture of the Krasnoyarsk Region.