Moscow is set to celebrate Mother’s Day with a district-wide festival running from November 20 to 26, as announced by the city administration. The celebration highlights the central role of mothers in families and communities, emphasizing the value of self-care and appreciation from loved ones. Source: mos.ru.
In remarks shared by the deputy mayor for social development, the city outlined a vibrant program designed to lift the spirits of Moscow mothers and remind families to express gratitude through actions and words alike. Source: mos.ru.
Key events will unfold under the banner of the Lessons of Moscow Mothers program. On Sunday, November 26, four popular venues across the capital will host 12 free open lectures covering health, personal style, beauty, personal space, career, and the joys and challenges of motherhood and child-rearing. The aim is to provide practical insights and support for mothers and their families. Source: mos.ru.
Leading up to the holiday, from November 20 to 23, free sessions on the topic Five Taboos in Communicating with a Teen will be offered in Moscow schools and colleges. Attendees will have access to one-on-one consultations with school psychologists and staff from the city’s psychological-pedagogical center, helping mothers navigate teen relationships and maintain trust. Source: mos.ru.
From November 20 to 26, the Mother’s Week program will light up family centers across the city. The schedule includes thematic days, flash mobs, concerts, trainings, and master classes designed for women and their children. Source: mos.ru.
A photo exhibition will open on Mother’s Day at VDNKh, showcasing evocative portraits of Moscow mothers from 20th-century archives held by the Moscow Main Archive. Source: mos.ru.
Within city schools and colleges, volunteers from the All-Russian public-state children’s and youth movement Movement of Firsts will hand out one million mamentinki to celebrate mothers. At the My Documents offices from November 24 to 26, visitors can sign a specially designed postcard to send to their mother. Source: mos.ru.
As a reminder, Mother’s Day in Russia is observed on the last Sunday of November. In 2025, the holiday falls on November 30, continuing a tradition of honoring mothers across the nation. Source: mos.ru. “