Timofey

1. New Year in Russia

New Year in Russia
A festive tradition

2. When is New Year in Russia?

When is New Year in Russia?
•New Year comes on January 1st.
•People start celebrating on December 31st in the evening.
•There is also “Old New Year” on January 14th (by the old calendar).

3. The New Year Tree

The New Year Tree
•Families put up a fir tree at home.
•They decorate it with balls, lights, tinsel, and
stars.
•Children help to hang the toys.

4. Ded Moroz and Snegurochka

•Ded Moroz (Father Frost)
brings gifts.
•He wears a long blue or
red coat, a fur hat, and
has a big beard.
•His granddaughter
Snegurochka (Snow
Maiden) helps him.
•They travel in a sleigh
pulled by horses.

5. New Year’s Eve dinner What’s on the table?

New Year’s Eve dinner
What’s on the table?
•Olivier salad (potatoes, carrots, peas, pickles).
•Herring under a fur coat (селёдка под шубой).
•Mandarins (a sweet symbol of New Year).
•Champagne and soft drinks.

6. Counting down to midnight, the magic moment

Counting down to midnight,
the magic moment
•At 23:55, people watch the
President’s speech on TV.
•At 00:00, the Kremlin chimes
ring out.
•Everyone says: “Happy
New Year!” and clink glasses.
•Then they go outside to
watch fireworks.

7. Gifts and good wishes

Gifts and good wishes
•Children find presents under the tree on January 1st.
•People send New Year cards and messages.
•A popular wish: “May all your dreams come true in the
New Year!

8. Winter fun outdoors

Winter fun outdoors
After the feast, people go outside:
•Play snowballs.
•Build snowmen.
•Go sledding or ice skating.

9. Why do we love New Year?

•It’s a time for family and friends.
•It’s full of magic, gifts, and joy.
•We say goodbye to the old year and welcome new hopes.
Why do we love New Year?

10. Thank you for listening! Happy New Year!

Thank you for listening!
Happy New Year!