On June 28, Saint Petersburg – Russia’s cultural capital – hosted one of the country’s most iconic and symbolic celebrations, Scarlet Sails 2025. This annual event, dedicated entirely to high school graduates, is held on the brightest night of June and gathers thousands of people along the banks of the Neva River.
Scarlet Sails festival is recognized as Russia’s largest fireworks show and one of the most spectacular open-water performances in the world. The highlight of the evening is the arrival of a majestic frigate adorned with scarlet sails – a powerful symbol of hope, aspiration, and the transition into adult life.
Launched in 1968 and inspired by Alexander Grin’s eponymous novel Scarlet Sails, the festival has since become a cherished tradition in Saint Petersburg, known far beyond its borders. This year’s theme, “Together with Russia!”, reflects the idea of the common hopes and aspirations of the younger generation.
This inspirational event reminds us: dreaming means acting — and that pursuing higher education is one of the most reliable paths to reaching one’s goals. Choose a bold future: enroll in one of the Russian state universities of the RACUS Group and start building your professional trajectory today.
