04.07.2025 - 06.07.2025 Ancient traditions are coming to life again in a picturesque corner of the capital! The Central Botanical Garden of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus invites everyone who wants to plunge into the atmosphere of the mysterious Ivan Kupala holiday to Kupala Lights. Three magical days – July 4, 5 and 6 – from 10:00 to 23:00 come to celebrate the summer in the company of ancient rituals and modern entertainment. In the very heart of nature, a breathtaking PROGRAM awaits you! The three days of the holiday will fill every moment with a special meaning. You will have an amazing journey into the world of folk traditions, where modernity is intertwined with ancient customs. Jousting tournaments from historical clubs: exciting reconstructions of duels for the hearts of beautiful ladies Master classes on traditional Kupala rituals: from creating Kupala wreaths to immersion in spiritual practices Search for a fern flower among the mysterious plants of the botanical garden Meditation practices in specially equipped areas from experienced yogis A children's playground with exciting games, workshops, animation and fairy tales Gastronomic diversity from more than 10 participants of the food court The highlight of the celebration will be a Musical extravaganza on the main stage! The festive mood will be created by the bands STOKES, KaS, Nagual, as well as the cover band UNIVERSA. Folklore creativity will be presented by the SARMATIAN folk ensemble. The grand end of each evening is a stunning fire show from the KRESIVA Theater and a torchlight procession to the picturesque lake. Here everyone can let go of the past by putting a Kupala wreath on the water and meet the renewed power of nature. Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of this amazing celebration! Come with the whole family, bring friends — together we will create unforgettable memories that will stay with you forever. Detailed program of performances on the main stage of the festival on July 4, 5 and 6: 12:00-12:30 p.m. – Kupala games and rituals 12:30-13:30 – Performance of the vocal project "Sky" 13:30-16:00 – Kupala games and rituals 16:00-17:00 – Jousting tournament 17:00-19:00 – Performance of the cover band "Universal" 19:10-20:00 – Performance of the folk group "Nagual" 20:10-21:10 – Performance of the festival headliners July 4 – The Stokes Group July 5 – "K.A.S" group July 6 – "Sarmatians" group 21:20-21:50 – Fire show "KRASIVA" 22:00-22:30 – Torchlight procession to the reservoir, launching wreaths Follow the details and updates of the program: https://www.instagram.com/kupalskieogni When: July 4,5,6 What time: 10.00-23.00 Where: Central Botanical Garden Tickets are already on sale at BEZKASSIRA.BY Entrance fee: Full ticket: 20 rubles . Discounted ticket (schoolchildren, parents of large families and pensioners, if there is a supporting document): 10 rubles . free: WWII participants, conscripts; children from large families, orphans, children under 7 years old, disabled people of all groups. All children, up to and including 13 years old, enter the garden only accompanied by adults! Information by phone: +375 29 320 17 17 .
