23 May
18:00–19:30 
A charity concert at the Fabergé Museum
The eve of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum will be marked by a concert with the participation of world-renowned pianist Mira Yevtich and the Mariinsky Theatre Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Valery Gergiev. The charitable evening has been organized to support the programmes of the Fabergé Museum and the Jewish Museum and Tolerance Centre.
The Fabergé Museum in St. Petersburg is home to the world’s largest collection of pieces by Peter Carl Fabergé, which form the basis of its permanent exhibition. The Jewish Museum and Tolerance Centre is devoted to the history of Russia from the reign of Catherine the Great onward as seen through the experience of the Jewish people.
The Fabergé Museum and the Jewish Museum and Tolerance Centre frequently hold temporary exhibitions which are of the utmost importance to the social and cultural development of the country.
Entry to the event is by invitation from the organizers only.
The Fabergé Museum in St. Petersburg is home to the world’s largest collection of pieces by Peter Carl Fabergé, which form the basis of its permanent exhibition. The Jewish Museum and Tolerance Centre is devoted to the history of Russia from the reign of Catherine the Great onward as seen through the experience of the Jewish people.
The Fabergé Museum and the Jewish Museum and Tolerance Centre frequently hold temporary exhibitions which are of the utmost importance to the social and cultural development of the country.
Entry to the event is by invitation from the organizers only.
23 May
19:30–22:00 
Gala concert at the Mikhailovsky Theatre
This gala concert in aid of the fight against cancers of the female reproductive system is the final stage of an interagency and interregional social awareness project ‘Live Without Fear. Live Through Art,’ which seeks to prevent cancer and promote early screening.
The main goal of the project is to detect cancers of the female reproductive system at an early stage and to attract wide public attention to this problem in a bid to dramatically increase awareness among the population and medical professionals about how the disease can be prevented and treated. In 2018, the project covered 11 regions and reached tens of thousands of women.
The performance will feature ballet stars.
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The main goal of the project is to detect cancers of the female reproductive system at an early stage and to attract wide public attention to this problem in a bid to dramatically increase awareness among the population and medical professionals about how the disease can be prevented and treated. In 2018, the project covered 11 regions and reached tens of thousands of women.
The performance will feature ballet stars.
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24 May
19:00–21:00 
Indian Reception
Guests at the reception will enjoy a taste of Indian culture, art, and cuisine.
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Premium Package participants may attend the event by invitation. Detailed information is available in your personal web office.
24 May
19:00–00:00 
M-1 Challenge International Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Tournament
Challenge 92 spectators will see 12 exciting, iron-willed duels fought in accordance with the MMA rules. The most talented, decorated, and entertaining MMA fighters from around the world will step into the hexagonal ring to take each other on, seeking to claim the title of strongest fighter on the planet. International MMA legend Sergei Kharitonov will enter the ring for the main fight of the evening.
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Premium Package participants may attend the event by invitation. Detailed information is available in your personal web office.
24 May
19:30–23:00 
Maximum Culture international evening of art for young creatives
Roskulttsentr and Future Team, with support from the Federal Agency for Youth Affairs (Rosmolodezh), presents the first Maximum Culture international evening of art. Event participants, among whom will be representatives from art clusters right across Russia, will learn more about the organization’s key projects, including the popular Tavrida National Youth Educational Forum, which brings together thousands of young creatives every year. Participants will also have an opportunity to network in an informal setting and listen to presentations by speakers from the worlds of culture and art.
Premium and Standard Package participants can attend the event by invitation. Detailed information is available in your personal web office.
Premium and Standard Package participants can attend the event by invitation. Detailed information is available in your personal web office.
24 May
20:00–22:30 
What? Where? When?
Alexander Drouz will host the intellectual game show What? Where? When? with guest Nikolai Miklouho-Maclay, a descendant of the famous explorer. They will discuss the topic: Papua New Guinea: Land of the Future. Players and audience members will have the opportunity to broaden their horizons and enjoy puzzling over the questions during the course of this smart game show, and will surely come away with a lot of memories to last a lifetime. It’s cool to be smart!
Premium Package participants may attend the event by invitation and must register in advance. Detailed information is available in your personal web office.
Premium Package participants may attend the event by invitation and must register in advance. Detailed information is available in your personal web office.
24 May
20:00–23:00 
Grand opening of Space. Human Stories
The grand opening of the Space. Human Stories exhibition, which is dedicated to the figures who made an invaluable contribution to Russian space exploration and those who worked ‘behind the scenes’ of the USSR’s march to space. Visitors will learn about several stories from the creators of the Soviet space programme and will be able to view unique documents and artefacts related to the programme. Works by contemporary artists on the theme of space will be presented in a new dedicated space.
Legendary cosmonauts are expected to attend the opening of the exhibition.
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Legendary cosmonauts are expected to attend the opening of the exhibition.
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24 May
21:00–00:00 
Invitation from Russian Seasons: concert by Boris Berezovsky
The international cultural project Russian Seasons invites guests to an evening reception featuring a performance by the outstanding contemporary pianist Boris Berezovsky.
Boris Berezovsky is an Honoured Artist of Russia and one of the world’s most popular pianists. He holds the highly respectable title of Steinway Artist. As a player, he is noted for his virtuosity, perfect execution, subtle and rich dynamics, and the variety of his repertoire. Boris Berezovsky has participated in the largest international music festivals in Russia, Germany, France, Switzerland, Austria, Slovakia, Japan, and the US. His engagements for the 2018 and 2019 seasons include performances at world-class concert venues, and solo tours in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
The event will be held in the inner courtyard of the Mikhailovsky Theatre.
Premium Package participants may attend the event by invitation.
Detailed information is available in your personal web office.
Boris Berezovsky is an Honoured Artist of Russia and one of the world’s most popular pianists. He holds the highly respectable title of Steinway Artist. As a player, he is noted for his virtuosity, perfect execution, subtle and rich dynamics, and the variety of his repertoire. Boris Berezovsky has participated in the largest international music festivals in Russia, Germany, France, Switzerland, Austria, Slovakia, Japan, and the US. His engagements for the 2018 and 2019 seasons include performances at world-class concert venues, and solo tours in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
The event will be held in the inner courtyard of the Mikhailovsky Theatre.
Premium Package participants may attend the event by invitation.
Detailed information is available in your personal web office.
25 May
19:00–23:00 
Concert by the group Neschastny Sluchai and multimedia light show
The latest technologies will be integrated into the ancient interiors of the cathedral building, which has a 300-year history. During the light show, guests will experience interesting turns of history, intertwining events and epochs, the city’s classical architecture and its modern appearance. St. Anna Lutheran Cathedral is also remembered as a venue for the screening of Soviet-era films and Leningrad rock club concerts. Guests will be reminded that though we are now surrounded by the latest technologies wherever we go, it is also important to preserve and restore our cultural heritage.
To cap off the evening, Neschastny Sluchai’s irreplaceable front man, Alexey Kortnev, will ascend to the stage and perform his favourite songs together with the audience.
Premium and Standard Package participants can attend the event by invitation. Detailed information is available in your personal web office.
To cap off the evening, Neschastny Sluchai’s irreplaceable front man, Alexey Kortnev, will ascend to the stage and perform his favourite songs together with the audience.
Premium and Standard Package participants can attend the event by invitation. Detailed information is available in your personal web office.
26 May
19:00–23:00 
Event hosted by the Governor of St. Petersburg in celebration of the 22nd St. Petersburg International Economic Forum
This event will take place on Palace Square, in the very heart of St. Petersburg. Marquees will be set up outside the Winter Palace, including a luxury buffet area and a space for business meetings.
The Governor of St. Petersburg, Georgy Poltavchenko, will give a welcome address at 20:00.
In this, St. Petersburg’s 315th year, guests will be able to witness the unique musical show Classics at the Palace Square, a major city event. The concert will feature world opera stars, including the spectacular duo Roberto Alagna and Aleksandra Kurzak, the magnificent soprano Valentina Naforniţa, and the crème de la crème of the Russian opera school.
On the eve of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, yet another gift awaits guests: Palace Square will host the start of the Trophy Tour in St. Petersburg.
Please note that due to the live transmission of the gala concert, entry to the parterre will close at 21:00.
Premium and Standard Package participants can attend the event by invitation. Detailed information is available in your personal web office.
The Governor of St. Petersburg, Georgy Poltavchenko, will give a welcome address at 20:00.
In this, St. Petersburg’s 315th year, guests will be able to witness the unique musical show Classics at the Palace Square, a major city event. The concert will feature world opera stars, including the spectacular duo Roberto Alagna and Aleksandra Kurzak, the magnificent soprano Valentina Naforniţa, and the crème de la crème of the Russian opera school.
On the eve of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, yet another gift awaits guests: Palace Square will host the start of the Trophy Tour in St. Petersburg.
Please note that due to the live transmission of the gala concert, entry to the parterre will close at 21:00.
Premium and Standard Package participants can attend the event by invitation. Detailed information is available in your personal web office.
