A wealth of vibrant activities are on offer across Dublin city as part of the third annual Russian Cultural Festival, running from February 20th - 26th. Traditional music, dance, children's activities, lively performances, chess challenges, artisan food and cookery, the best in contemporary cinema, informative exhibitions and lectures are just some of the events taking place at numerous locations across the city. The week long festivities will culminate in a family day on Sunday February 26th, traditionally celebrated in Russia as Maslenitsa ("Pancake Day"), where entertainment to appeal to all ages will take place in and around Cow's Lane and Essex Street, Temple Bar. Many activities are free.