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Alania Day Festival in Vladikavkaz
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Cultural & TraditionalVladikavkaz
DatesDates TBA · Usually SeptemberCheck locally before booking
DurationAutumnEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLiving tradition, ritual symbolsNorth Ossetia-Alania traces its name to the
Language["ru"]Currency: RUB
CategoryCultural & TraditionalFestival type
What is special
The part that makes it specific.
The place changes
North Ossetia-Alania traces its name to the medieval Alans, and Vladikavkaz, whose name means rule the Caucasus, has served as the region's administrative center since the Russian Imperial era
The mystery stays covered
A day tied to the republic connects Ossetian cultural identity, including its distinct language and Nart sagas oral tradition, to the modern federal republic's civic calendar, giving it both a historical and a political dimension distinct from purely folkloric festivals elsewhere in the Caucasus
Traditions & symbols
The language of the festival.
What moves first
Living ritualOssetian folk dance and music performances
Water and renewal
Living ritualand public commemoration tied to the republic's Alan heritage and modern civic identity
Before you go
Essential information
When to go
Dates TBA · Usually September
Getting around
For Alania Day Festival, plan transport around the exact Vladikavkaz venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
What to wear
Wear comfortable shoes and clothes suitable for standing, walking, weather, and crowded public space.
Safety
Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.
Where to stay
For Alania Day Festival, stay near the part of Vladikavkaz you will actually use, with reliable return transport.
Tickets/cost
Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.
Language/currency
["ru"] · RUB
Family friendly
unknown
Vladikavkaz, North Ossetia-Alania, Russia
Nearest airportGRV — Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny
TransportFor Alania Day Festival, plan transport around the exact Vladikavkaz venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Alania Day Festival, stay near the part of Vladikavkaz you will actually use, with reliable return transport.
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FAQ
Quick answers.
When is Alania Day Festival?
Alania Day Festival is listed for September · Autumn. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.
Where does Alania Day Festival take place?
The festival is listed in Vladikavkaz, Russia. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.
How long should I plan for?
Autumn is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.
Is a source linked?
Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.
Where exactly is it?
Vladikavkaz, North Ossetia-Alania, Russia
Is it family friendly?
unknown
Sources and editorial review
About this guide
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Official URLalaniafilmfestival.ru
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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually September
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