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Fishy Fun Day for Cool Families

Omsk, Victory Park
Full Story: 75 photosQuick Impression: 27 photos
The festival’s territory is the beach at the Victory Park
The idea of holding “fish‑themed” family competitions appealed to many
The stage is given over to performers from the city’s cultural institutions
The fish soup cooking competition starts with distributing fish and vegetables
When the competitors have the same ingredients, it’s the family recipes that make the difference!
Participants decide for themselves how to cook: on gas, charcoal, or wood
Tucking hair under a head covering is a hallmark of a responsible cook
The Karakuts and Zhdanov families pay attention to the details, and that’s precisely why…
Well, let’s not get ahead of ourselves — just remember these charming Omsk women!
Work is in full swing all along the shore — literally and figuratively
It looks like the vegetables are ready, and the seasonings have given the right flavor
A quarter of an hour later, the tasting begins
Energetic and perfectly synchronized — that’s exactly what a performance at a city festival should be
The stunning costumes are unique for each number
Of course, in Russia!
At 6 PM the fishing competition starts — spots are assigned by draw
Organizers recommend releasing the caught fish after weighing
But taking a keepsake photo with the trophy is a must
The main suspense of the evening is about to unfold
The first place goes to the now‑familiar Karakuts and Zhdanov families!
Natalya can hardly believe it — she was just enjoying the experience and never dreamed of winning
The winners’ emotions on stage keep running high
Isn’t it time to think about opening their own fish restaurant?
Hot weather, loud music, and a Saturday evening — what more could you need for fun?
As they say, you can never have too much foam
Both kids and adults dive into the fun with equal excitement
When a powerful blast hits, the joy is absolutely unbeatable

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