In mid-September, the Voznesensky Center in Moscow will continue the festive parade named Kurort, a tradition celebrating culture in Komarovo. The event schedule was shared with socialbites.ca by the center’s press service, outlining a two-day program that blends literature, philosophy, and nature.
The festival opens with a two-day book fair that invites visitors to explore fresh voices and established names alike. The Ball and Cross organization will feature the works of sixteen emerging artists, while a shop from St. Petersburg, dedicated to literary innovation, will operate a separate booth for readers and collectors. On September 9, Valery Anashvili, a philosopher, translator, and publisher, is slated to lead a conference, inviting attendees to engage with contemporary thought and literary theory.
Nature is woven into the festival’s fabric through forest and wildlife walks, offering a chance to appreciate Komarovo’s natural surroundings. Organized excursions will guide participants through lesser-known corners of the region, including a curated visit to the intriguing locales associated with Larisa Skrypnik and the historic districts of Zamoskvorechye in Moscow. In the evening, a series of poetry recitals will showcase the voices of young writers, creating a space for fresh poetic forms and intimate performances. The first day of the event titled Forest. Study will culminate with reflections on the ideas of Ludwig Wittgenstein and their relevance to contemporary scholarship.
Day two, September 10, features two conferences: Oleg Nesterov and Oleg Karavaychuk will discuss The History of Organized Sound, the concept of Flow, and the Tri-Degrees of Freedom in artistic and scientific contexts, followed by Armen Apresyan sharing insights on the disintegration period in Soviet history. The festival will close with a poetic marathon called Bredograd and Tyrmolos, including readings from Vladimir Kovenatsky that celebrate the rhythm and resilience of verse.
Historically, the event has been known for bridging urban culture with the outdoors, inviting attendees to explore both intellectual currents and the region’s natural beauty. The festival’s organizers emphasize accessibility, encouraging visitors to engage with speakers, artists, and fellow festival-goers in a relaxed and collaborative atmosphere.
Over the years, Kurort in Komarovo has become a space where literature, philosophy, and environmental appreciation intersect, drawing a diverse audience from across the country. The current edition continues that tradition, inviting people to experience the synergy between in-depth discussion, live performance, and the quiet allure of the surrounding landscape.