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Yoshka Yosh Food Festival 2026
Get ready for the main culinary journey of the summer! The Yoshka Yesh Gastrofestival returns to blow up your taste buds again, immerse you in the culture of gastronomy of the peoples of Russia, and bring together the most delicious, creative, and soulful on one site.
  • Destination
    Yoshkar-Ola
Why is Yoshka Yosh 2026 an event that cannot be missed?

Because it is here that the country's brightest tastes will gather again.

In the frame of the festival:
  • Chefs of the republic and the country will present a special festival menu. We expect new interpretations of the national cuisine of the peoples of Russia in the format of fast street cuisine.
  • The
  • freshest products directly from the producers: Mari cheese, honey, meat delicacies, pastries and much more. Ideal for those who want to bring the taste of the region home.
  • Master classes from chefs. In 2025, guests learned how to make eggplants and cook traditional dishes. In 2026, the program will become even more intense – keep an eye on the announcements!
  • Live music all day long! From folk groups performing Mari melodies to cover bands and modern performers. Dancing and great sound are guaranteed.
  • Workshops on traditional crafts. Immersion in culture through creativity: weaving from bast, creating Mari jewelry, pottery. A great opportunity to create a souvenir with your own hands.
  • A
  • festive atmosphere for the whole family.
  • Extensive children's space. Animators, playgrounds, safe activities and their own workshops for the youngest guests.
  • A
  • sports area for the most active: classes with leading coaches of sports clubs, consultations on training and healthy eating, games.
  • Craft and souvenir stands.
  • A
  • convenient picnic area, photo zones for the best photos on social networks, cleanliness and order on the territory.
The experience of 2025, which speaks for itself:
  • More than 30,000 visitors in two days
  • 25+ restaurateurs from 12 regions of the country from Murmansk to Kamchatka
  • Dozens of rave reviews: "Discovered a new taste!", "Unexpectedly cool and modern festival", "We will definitely come next year!"
"Yoshka Yosh" is not just a meal. This is a point of attraction where traditions come to life, talented people meet and new taste memories are created. It is a celebration of the belly and soul in the very heart of Mari El. The

festival is supported by the national project "Tourism and Hospitality" and the federal project "Gastronomic Map of Russia".

Follow the news! The

official VKontakte pageis where information about partners, the detailed program and special guests will be the first to appear.
The
Yoshka Yosh Food Festival is your ticket to the fascinating world of taste and emotions!
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