Press releases

Opening day splendor: Majorettes, concerts, exhibitions and more at Slavianski Bazaar
The highlight of the day will be the unveiling of the star of the recipient of the Belarusian president’s special award Through Art to Peace and Mutual Understanding. The ceremony will take place at 15:00 near the Summer Amphitheater...

Belarusian handball teams return to international competition
The International Handball Federation noted that the full reintegration of Belarusian and Russian teams and officials may require a transitional period...

Falei reaches WTA 125 quarterfinals in Istanbul
In her second-round match on 15 July, Aliona Falei (No. 230) defeated Kristina Penickova (No. 893) of the USA 7-5, 3-6, 6-3...

Belarusian youngster sweeps maximum points at song contest in Vitebsk
On the second contest day, participants from 19 countries performed songs by a Slavic author in one of the Slavic languages, accompanied by the Mikhail Finberg National Academic Concert Orchestra of Belarus...

Slavianski Bazaar flag raised near Summer Amphitheater in Vitebsk
Such a ceremony has already become a tradition. It features artistic companies from the Vitebsk Culture Center that put on a vibrant show with dances, drumming, and fireworks...

Zadvinski Fair in Vitebsk brings together nearly 480 participants
By long-standing tradition, the Zadvinye area hosts the fair during Slavianski Bazaar where craftspeople from Belarus and Russia present all kinds of goods, including handmade items...

Slavianski Bazaar in Vitebsk unveils program of Youth Days
The opening ceremony of the Youth Days will take place on 17 July at the memorial complex dedicated to the liberators of Vitebsk, including Soviet soldiers, partisans and underground fighters...

Dutch organ from 1912 finds new home in Pruzhany
The instrument has a unique history. It was built in 1912 by a Dutch firm for the Reformed church in the town of Schouwerzijl, the Netherlands...

Slavianski Bazaar pre-opening events get underway in Vitebsk
Ahead of the official opening ceremony, a variety of events will take place in Vitebsk, much to the excitement of both attendees and performers at this massive arts festival...

Sasnovich wins opener at WTA 250 tournament in Athens
In the opening round Aliaksandra Sasnovich (No. 143) defeated Russia’s Anna Blinkova (No. 102) in three sets, 3-6, 6-2, 6-2, after two hours of play...

Belarusian players reach WTA-125 Istanbul last 16
In the round of 32, Darya Khamutsianskaya (No.314) needed just over an hour and a half to defeat Indonesia’s Priska Nugroho (No.379) in straight sets, 6-4, 6-1...

16th-century wooden fortification found in Korelichi District
"Previous excavations unearthed the gatehouse and a bridge leading to the castle. This year, for the first time, a fragment of a defensive wooden wall has been revealed, and the traces of burnt logs have been cleared"...

Dream Dance Fest: 17 troupes take the stage at Slavianski Bazaar
Dance troupes from Russia, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan showcased their rich cultural heritage on stage. They captivated the audience with their vibrant costumes, flawless synchronization, and captivating artistry...

War and Peace by Moscow's Modern Theater to open Theatre Encounters program at Slavianski Bazaar
“It's a complex production. 423 costumes. The Sveshnikov State Academic Russian Choir performs live. We don't use sets; we use light painting instead. I’m grateful to the city and the festival for providing the lighting we needed and for renting the sound console,” the director said during a meet-and-greet...

Nikas Safronov exhibition opens in Vitebsk
The first section of the exhibition by the People’s Artist of Russia is dedicated to the Great Patriotic War. His paintings feature famous monuments, memorials, and landmark locations tied to the events of that era. The memory of these events has become woven into the cultural code of several generations...

Sasnovich to start her campaign at Athens Open
In the opening round, the Belarusian world No. 143 will face Russia’s Anna Blinkova (No. 102)...

From rock orchestras to TikTok stars: How Slavianski Bazaar 2025 welcomed guests
In 2025, Slavianski Bazaar in Vitebsk featured over a hundred events and brought together participants from 44 countries...

Young talents from 19 countries to compete at Vitebsk children’s music contest
Young talents from 19 countries will showcase their artistry at the 24th International Children’s Music Contest Vitebsk. They are set to perform songs by Slavic authors alongside soundtracks from popular animated and live-action films, cartoons, and youth musicals...

Belarus’ landmark bison sculpture now roars, breathes steam
"The sound effect works together with the special ‘living breath’ feature: the giant metal bison roars and releases thick clouds of steam from its nostrils. The show starts automatically every hour"...

Belarus’ Khamutsianskaya qualifies for WTA 125 main draw in Istanbul
In the qualifying final, Daria Khamutsianskaya defeated China’s Ying Zhang in three sets, 1-6, 6-4, 7-5...