Maslenitsa 2021

This year, winter decided to fill in all the gaps of the last year. Biting frosts, heavy snowfalls - soon they will be driven away by the beautiful spring. But you need to meet her accordingly: bright pancakes, fun festivities and a great mood. Let's meet Shrovetide!

When do we celebrate Maslenitsa in 2021?

The date of Maslenitsa celebration depends on the date of Easter celebration and changes every year. In 2021, Maslenitsa will be celebrated on March 14, and Maslenitsa Week will begin on March 8.

What traditions of Maslenitsa do we remember?

Most people associate Maslenitsa with huge stacks of pancakes and burning an effigy. However, in fact, there are much more traditions associated with the celebration of Maslenitsa.

Our ancestors celebrated Maslenitsa brightly and on a grand scale - so that they would be remembered for the whole year.

Basically, the customs of Maslenitsa are associated with the names of Maslenitsa week. Every day was supposed to be spent in a special way.

On Monday, it was customary to gather with relatives to discuss plans and bake the first batch of pancakes. On Tuesday, the brides were held, on Wednesday they traditionally dropped in to visit their mother-in-law for pancakes. Starting Thursday, it was forbidden to work, but fun was encouraged in every possible way: from horseback riding to street fights and noisy revels. On Friday, they held mother-in-law evenings and received guests, and on Saturday they arranged sister-in-law gatherings. On Forgiveness Sunday, the last day of Maslenitsa, it was necessary to ask for forgiveness from loved ones and let go of all the accumulated grievances. On the same day, an effigy of Maslenitsa was burned.

What pancakes to bake for Maslenitsa 2021?

Each housewife has her own recipe for pancakes, and in some families recipes are passed down from generation to generation. In any case, there should be a lot of pancakes, tasty and different. Lush pancakes, thin lace pancakes, yeast and sourdough, with hearty fillings and sweet ones, with sour cream or jam - each option will be desirable. Especially if you cook pancakes with love, treating family and friends.

How to celebrate Maslenitsa in Moscow?

In the capital, Maslenitsa is traditionally celebrated on a grand scale. However, recent world events have made adjustments to all public events. Nevertheless, hot pancakes, bagels and other delicacies will definitely appear on the menu of cafes and food courts. During Shrove Tuesday, it is worth visiting the restaurants of the capital. Chefs will prepare classic pancakes and delight you with unusual pancake experiments. On the last day of the holiday, a solemn burning of the effigy of Maslenitsa will take place at various venues in the city, after which it will be possible to prepare for spring with a clear conscience.



Seeing off the Russian winter has become a good tradition and one of the largest holidays in ETHNOMIR. To enjoy winter fun and participate in traditional games and rituals, come to the ethnopark on March 13 and 14. Guests of the ethnopark will be able to buy souvenirs at the craft fair, see the performance of folklore groups, take part in creative master classes, test their strength and dexterity in traditional contests and competitions, as well as ride a Russian sleigh and a husky team.

You can refresh your strength after an active program with pancakes for every taste. On Saturday and Sunday at 17:00, the culmination of the holiday will take place - the burning of an 11-meter effigy of Maslenitsa. In the evening, guests will gather around the fire to get acquainted with the songs and dances of the peoples of the north, and the holiday will end with a fire show at 22:20.


Source: kudago

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