Sochi is a famous beautiful Russian resort, the pearl of the Krasnodar Territory, the longest settlement in Russia and the first city in the country, which, after Moscow, hosted the Olympic Games. However, people come here not only to bask under the gentle southern sun, splash around in the Black Sea and get acquainted with a galaxy of amazing local attractions. Sochi is the center of the most interesting, educational, incendiary and vibrant festivals.
Music festivals in Sochi
Heat, sea, eternal summer and live music - the perfect combination, agree. In Sochi, you can enjoy musical compositions for every taste and color.
"New Wave". For political reasons, the famous festival of young performers found a second home - Sochi (instead of the Latvian Jurmala). The New Wave Hall stage was built especially for him.
Sochi Jazz Festival. International annual jazz music festival, held since 2010. Within its framework, it is possiblenot only enjoy the work of world-class jazz performers, but also attend seminars, master classes, jam sessions.
Sochi Music Weekend. Great electronic music festival in mid-August.
Cultural festivals
Festivals in Sochi will allow you to touch the beauty under the southern sun.
"Vivat, Russia!". International festival of sports dance, which began its history in 2007. Competitions are conducted according to two programs - European and Latin American. Spectators are given an amazing opportunity to admire tango, cha-cha-cha, Viennese w altz, foxtrot, samba, latin, rumba and jive.
"Kinotavr". The famous Russian film festival has been held in Sochi since 1991. Kinotavr is the brainchild of Oleg Yankovsky and Mark Rudinshtein. Films in Russian or made by Russian directors, incl. in tandem with foreign In addition to the main prize, there are special awards for short films, best male and female roles, directorial work, music, the most talented debutants, etc.
"Kinotavrik". This is the name of the children's festival in Sochi, dedicated to art and sports. It has been held in October-November since 2001. Within its framework, there is a competition for the best children's and youth film (including one created by young creators), vocal, choreographic, fashion and theater competitions.
"Ad Eaters Night". A festival that originated in distant France, in2017 is held in Sochi for the seventh time. This is that rare chance to enjoy ads that are more interesting than movies.
"Ethno-Sochi". A festival promoting friendship between peoples and interethnic tolerance.
Entertainment festivals
Festivals in Sochi are a great occasion to rest your soul and body.
"Velvet seasons". International fashion festival, which has been held annually in October since 1997. There is always something to admire and be surprised here, because its organizers are Vyacheslav Zaitsev and Lyudmila Ivanova.
"Capital Battle". The largest open-air hip-hop festival. In addition to Sochi, it is traditionally accepted by Perm (where it originated in 2010) and Moscow. Its participants compete in three directions: graffiti, breakdance, scratch and freestyle. Alas, the last time it was held in 2013, and the issue of its revival is rather problematic.
"Ignition". A motorsport festival where you can enjoy the views of retro rallies, ride a taxi along the Formula 1 track, see figure driving, autodeo, drift masters and racing KAMAZ trucks with your own eyes.
"Humorina". The festival of humor and satire takes place in the city in early September.
"Beauty and Grace". During the festival, you can get to know the beauty industry face to face. A rare chance to see how hairdressing masterpieces, amazing makeup, nail design creations are created before your eyes.
KVN. Every year, the "Club of the Cheerful and Resourceful" holds team meetings in Sochi.
"Sea of beer". A big festival where you can learn absolutely everything about brewing.
Night League Festival in Sochi
First, let's define what it is - "Night League". This is the name of the Russian amateur hockey organization, which has no analogues in the world, founded back in 2011 on the initiative of V. V. Putin. Since 2013, the final of this amateur championship has become traditionally held in the city of Sochi. It consists of three divisions:
- "Dream League 18+";
- "Hope League 18+";
- "Amateur 40+".
The last to date, the IV festival "Night Hockey League", was held in Sochi from May 3 to May 17, 2017. More than 3,000 players from 155 teams from 73 regions of the country participated in it! In the ice battle this time the winners were:
- "Stalker" from Moscow in the "oldies" division;
- "Forge" from Novokuznetsk in the "Dream League";
- Chelyabinsk "Strike" in the "League of Hope".
The Night Hockey League Festival in Sochi in 2017 showed great public interest in the event. The organizers are sure that in 2018 it will be even more interesting and spectacular.
Sochi in addition to everything else - the recognized capital of festivals for a wide variety of spectators and participants. These events are held throughout the yearit rarely gets boring here.
