The international festival-competition “Art Panorama Russia-Belarus. Smolensk 2026” kicks off on October 17

As part of the program, there will be a lively creative dialogue. On the first day, the contest performances will take place at the Railway Workers' Palace of Culture. Young and teen artists will present pieces in choreography, singing, and instrumental music. Leading artists from Belarus and Russia will hold masterclasses for the participants. The highlight of the day will be the gala concert “Two Sisters - Belarus and Russia”.

In the evening, at the Smena sports and wellness complex, there will be a screening of the festival clip 'Autumn Rhythms' featuring the contestants, the jury, and the project's chief director. The day will end with a youth disco playing current dance hits.