The most beautiful valenki will be chosen at the Valenki-Zavalinki festival, which will be held in Yukhnov, Kaluga region, on December 16. The holiday is held within the framework of the Kaluga Winter regional event project. This was reported by the tourist portal of the region.
"Valenki are not only practical winter shoes, but also one of the symbols of the Russian winter! At the festival, a competition will be held for the most creative design of felt boots and a fashion show "Painted felt boots" will be shown," the message says.
All participants of the competition and guests who came to the holiday in felt boots will be rewarded with memorable gifts and souvenirs, and the author will receive a super prize for the most original felt boots.
The organizers of the festival are preparing a game program "Valenki show" - relay races, contests, games. An exhibition and fair of folk crafts, food courts and a New Year's photo zone will be open for guests.
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