Events in Saint Petersburg in May 2027
Saint Petersburg event dates for May 2027 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to May.
Saint Petersburg's May 2027 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
Sourced events
Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- May 15 - May 25
International Ballet Competition 2027
A prestigious ballet competition attracting dancers from around the world, held at the Mariinsky Theatre and other venues.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- May 18 - May 20
Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum Cultural Program
Alongside the economic forum, a series of cultural events including concerts, exhibitions, and performances take place around the city.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- May 21 - May 31
White Nights Festival 2027
Annual cultural festival celebrating the phenomenon of the midnight sun with classical ballet, opera, and music performances across Saint Petersburg's historic venues.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Spring and Labour Day · publicMay 1
- Victory Day · publicMay 9
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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