Nizhny Novgorod masters are invited to the competition "Voice of Traditions"

      On September 13, an interregional festival "Voice of Traditions" will take place in the village of Khirino, Shatkovsky District of Nizhny Novgorod Region, dedicated to the 443rd anniversary of the village. This was reported by the Ministry of Tourism and Crafts of the Nizhny Novgorod Region. As part of the festival, applications are open for a competition among masters of arts and crafts, producers of agricultural products, and performers of folk creativity. The organizers annually award the best participants with monetary grants to develop their business. In 2026, the competition will be held in three categories: "Craftsmen," "Production of Agricultural Products," and "Folk Performers." Applications can be submitted by individual masters, family farms, folklore groups, and solo performers. The application period will last until August 23 inclusive. The full regulations, participation conditions, and application form are posted in the competition rules on the official festival website: https://голос-традиций.рф. As reported by the Ministry of Tourism and Crafts of the region, a large fair will be held in Khirino on the day of the festival. Here, contestants will present their products, and folk performers will perform on stage in front of the festival guests. Participation in the festival is an opportunity to win a grant and a chance to find new buyers, customers, and creative partners. The holding of such events aligns with the objectives of the national project "Tourism and Hospitality." It should be noted that the national project "Tourism and Hospitality," initiated by Russian President Vladimir Putin, aims to develop tourist infrastructure, train personnel, promote travel across the country, and improve service quality. Within its framework, five federal projects are being implemented.