Gorkovsky District Turns 100
The last day of summer turned festive for nearly 20,000 residents of eastern Omsk Region as Gorkovsky district celebrated its 100th anniversary in the district center. Visitors enjoyed a vibrant concert program and a large traditional fair featuring representatives from all surrounding rural settlements — a true community celebration honoring the area’s heritage and unity.
Fair and Exhibition
The fair rows stretch along Krasny Put Street
Locals from Alekseevskoe are the first to welcome the guests
At their homestead, they not only treat visitors to tea and baked goods but also sing lingering, traditional songs
A festive atmosphere fills the air everywhere
A dedicated stand highlights the Dravert Shore — a major tourist attraction in the area
It’s so joyful to run into old friends when you come to celebrate the district’s anniversary!
A special exhibition of heavy machinery has been arranged for the kids
Agricultural machines are just as fascinating to the visitors
Sitting in the driver’s seat of this powerful new tractor is something you can only experience on days like this
A puppet theater under the open sky offers a glimpse into the past
Its actors, scriptwriters, directors, and set designers all live in Georgievka
These creative people know how to brighten up any interior and bring joy to a child
The crafts come alive in the hands of the artisans from Krasnaya Polyana
Not many modern homemakers know how to spin and wind yarn these days…
…but for now, young people still have someone to learn from and carry on the traditions
An accordion player from Astyrovka plays well‑known melodies
Nearby, you’ll find the Cossack courtyard
These hereditary Cossacks and Cossack women are a true pride of any Russian region
The youth “Movement of the First” set up a fun and interactive zone
The Year of the Family is celebrated in a dedicated themed photo spot
By 1 PM, everyone is heading to the stadium for the festive concert!
Jubilee Program
The district’s creative groups still have a minute or two to warm up their voices
Valery Konakov from the Regional Center for Folk Art directs this two‑hour program
Every performer, even those in the crowd scenes, needs to look festive and well‑dressed
The prologue opens with a procession of columns and the vocal piece “My Home Is Russia”
Those gathered are welcomed by Mikhail Boltrik, Head of the District, and Alexey Kubits, Minister of Regional Security
The combined choir from Oktyabrskoe and Serebryanoe villages joins in with the congratulations
The dancers of the “Youth” folk ensemble from Kalachinsk are getting ready to take the stage
Their first energetic routine is titled “Geese and Marusya”
Energy, talent, and a bright smile — what else do you need to kick off a jubilee concert?
The dance tells its own story: one little gosling just can’t seem to grow up
But in the end, he becomes the largest in the flock — to the envy of those who once teased him
This choreographic mini‑play concludes on a very uplifting note
The next segment shows the everyday concerns and labors of Gorkovsky’s residents
The district thrives today thanks to people in all kinds of professions
Blacksmiths, grain growers, and bakers appear on stage in stylized costumes, honoring all working people
Honorary residents of the district watch the performance with close attention
Patriotic songs are dedicated to them, and soon the ranks of honorary citizens will grow
Today, this title is awarded to Valentina Gushchanskaya (Krasnopolyansky Kindergarten)
Military Commissar Sergei Troshikhin calls for a minute of silence in memory of the fallen soldiers
The now‑familiar “Youth” ensemble performs a deeply moving dance
This dramatic piece is called “In the Autumn Park”
The performance holds space for both painful sorrow and gentle, bittersweet sadness
The main thing to remember is that goodness and courage always prevail
In the hardest moments, we must not lose hope or give up halfway
The next chapter of the district’s story is all about sports!
ATV riders put on high‑speed demonstration runs
Rain forces the audience to take shelter under the canopies, but the performers stay strong and keep the show going
With every lap, you get a better look at the pilots and their machines
Soaked but happy, the young riders leave the stadium
These highly capable vehicles also mark the end of this program segment
Now on stage: the “Irtysh” dance ensemble from Omsk
“The Great Siberian Dance” showcases the full breadth of folk choreography
This technically demanding routine never fails to earn thunderous applause
Next up, the Kalachinsk “Youth” collective takes the baton with their number “Lilac”
The costumes perfectly match the artistic theme of the piece
The dancers’ flawless coordination is mesmerizing
It’s as if the sun has purposefully peeked out from behind the clouds to make the performance even brighter
For 60 years now, this ensemble has been impressing audiences and competition juries alike
The young women once again prove that Omsk land is rich in talent
A particularly charming part of the program is the procession of first‑graders
Fairy‑tale characters help the children step confidently into their new school year
After the words of encouragement, the kids will receive backpacks fully equipped for school
Grand Finale
The concert finale is designed to be as joyful and spectacular as possible
The “Irtysh” dance ensemble from Omsk perfectly embodies this vision
They perform the vocal‑and‑dance piece “From the Courtyard, From the Little Courtyard”
“From the courtyard, from the little courtyard, from the wide courtyard a clear falcon flew out and rescued the young falcon”
The visiting performers’ appearance will stay in the memories of Gorkovsky residents for a long time
The “Russian Song” folk choir from Serebryanoe village shares this opinion
The Astyrovka choir will bring the packed program to a close
Their number, “Little Fir Trees — Broomsticks,” is playful and full of folk couplets
May all the spectators leave the stadium in the most festive mood possible!
Indeed, Gorkovskoye is a true gem of Siberia
Here, traditions are cherished, culture is supported, and the future is greeted with optimism
The plans for the coming decades are already in place — and they will surely come to life
