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Vasyuki Fest Festival of Satire and Humor
Kozmodemyansk turns into the very Vasyuki for a few days, a city where Ostap Bender's ideas do not seem so fantastic.
  • Destination
    Kozmodemyansk

Vasyuki Fest: a festival with character


Kozmodemyansk turns into those very Vasyuki for a few days — with humor, music, sports, gastronomy and the atmosphere of a big holiday on the banks of the Volga.

The festival is inspired by the famous Vasyuki from the works of Ilf and Petrov. Here, the city streets become part of a large performance, and the guests become its participants.


What awaits the guests?

  • Theatrical performances and KVN— to immediately tune in to the right wave.
  • Live music and concerts— from bright performances to real rock.
  • The
  • carnival processionis one of the most spectacular events of the festival.
  • Gastrozone— dishes of Russian and national cuisine, regional products, festival menu and culinary workshops.
  • Chess, chess, beach volleyball, and sports activities.
  • Cockroach races, auctions, quizzes and unusual contests.
  • Playground and activities for the whole family.
  • A
  • business programon the development of tourism and event projects.

Vasyuki Fest is also a great opportunity to get to know Kozmodemyansk, stroll through the ancient streets, see the Volga River and feel the atmosphere of one of the most unusual cities in the Republic of Mari El.

They take only one thing very seriously here — so that no one is left without a smile.


See you in 2027!


In 2027, Kozmodemyansk will become Vasyuki again. A new program, new participants, gastronomic discoveries and even more reasons to come to the Volga with the whole family.

Plan your trip in advance — see you at Vasyuki Fest in 2027!

Follow the news and announcements on the festival's website.

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