Published on: 2026-07-17
Source: People’s Republic of China — Translation
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Vitebsk /Belarus/, July 17 /Xinhua/ — The 35th Anniversary International Arts Festival “Slavyansky Bazaar in Vitebsk” was solemnly opened in Belarus on Thursday. The brightest cultural event in Belarus includes participants from more than 50 countries.
The opening of the festival traditionally took place at the Vitebsk Summer Amphitheater. The President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, took part in the ceremonial inauguration. He noted that the “Slavianski Bazaar” has always been more than a cultural event. “It is like a mirror of our history. The history not only of sovereign Belarus, but the history of the entire world. And not only the cultural world,” he emphasized.
The Belarusian leader noted that representatives from 85 countries participated in the festival during its run, and over 18 thousand artists have performed on the amphitheater stage throughout its history. The festival’s history was never interrupted by crises or the pandemic. “Vitebsk spoke and showed that true art has never had and will never have barriers,” A. Lukashenko said.
“I know that today, just like many years ago, the hall includes Belarusians, Poles, Russians, Ukrainians, and representatives of dozens of other countries who came to us visa-free. Your presence here is that unbreakable element our world needs—so fragile, unstable, and utterly unpredictable in its development. We have done much and will continue to do so to ensure that the “Slavianski Bazaar” remains the foundation of sincere and strong friendship among countries and peoples,” stated the president of Belarus.
The 35th International Festival of Arts “Slavianski Bazaar in Vitebsk” is held from July 14 to 20. During the festival program, there will be concerts, theatrical performances, dance projects, exhibitions, film festivals, etc. –0–
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