The "BanyaFest" will take place in Suzdal, Vladimir region, from August 23 to 25.
According to the festival's website, the event combines several formats, including an exhibition of bath equipment, a test drive of stoves, chimneys, and baths, master classes on bathing techniques, round table discussions for professionals, direct communication between consumers and manufacturers, a concert program, and outdoor activities for the whole family.
As part of the festival, the finals of the national bathing championship will be held on August 24.
"Throughout the year, preliminary rounds of the All-Russian Championship in Bathing Mastery 'Rus Banya' take place in various regions of Russia. Out of several hundred participants, only eight advance to the final. These finalists will demonstrate their bathing programs at 'BanyaFest,' where the strongest bath master in Russia will be determined," the organizers stated.
They also mentioned that "BanyaFest" has entered the Russian Book of Records and has welcomed tens of thousands of guests to its venue over the past 15 years.
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