Muus Ustar Festival Shifts to Biennial Format, Expands Youth Impact in Russia
The Muus Ustar Youth Festival, held in Yakutia since 2021, has become the republic's largest youth event and a key platform for young talent in Russia. Organisers have now announced a shift to a biennial schedule, with the next festival planned for spring 2027.
The festival is run by the Government of Yakutia, with Elga serving as its general sponsor. Funding comes from extrabudgetary sources, allowing organisers to reallocate freed-up resources this year toward major social projects.
Last year's event attracted over 25,000 participants from across Yakutia. The finale at the Triumph Sports Complex alone drew more than 5,000 spectators. By March 2026, the festival had expanded its reach, welcoming young people from 47 regions and cities across Russia.
Since its launch in 2021, Muus Ustar has grown into one of Russia's leading festivals for youth development. The decision to hold it every two years aims to enhance its quality and impact.
The next Muus Ustar festival will take place in 2027, continuing its role as a major cultural and social event in Yakutia. In the meantime, resources saved from the biennial schedule will support other community initiatives across the republic.
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