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Father Frost × 5: A New Year Extravaganza

Omsk, 30th Komsomol Park
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Outdoor games and fun activities are organized for children
A New Year’s car serves as the transport for Father Frost of the Central District
“I see, I see Father Frost!” — the little ones can’t wait for the celebration to begin
Here he is — Father Frost of the Sovetsky District
The little ones are clearly enjoying it — but what’s coming next?
The arrival of the third Father Frost is announced by his granddaughter, Snow Maiden
Fairy‑tale characters help build the festive New Year mood
In the games with the audience, he jumps higher than his entire entourage!
They get applause from regular Omsk residents and the buffoons alike
Next up, we’ll meet an impressively striking Dragon!
The artists from the Sovetsky District have plenty more surprises in store
They probably do the best job of showcasing festive props in motion
He’s not alone: he’s with a friend and a large dance troupe
At New Year, you can never have too many fairy‑tale characters
And here’s Father Frost himself!
Finally, Father Frost wishes everyone a happy upcoming holiday
The fifth and final competition round has come to an end
Father Frost of the Central District arrives with his granddaughter in the car
Father Frost of the Sovetsky District is named the Best New Year Wizard of Omsk in 2023!
A fireworks display lights up in his honor, followed by the final song, “About a Snowflake”
The winner is given the honor of lighting up the park’s New Year tree

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