This category collects articles about regular and one-off public events in Nizhny Novgorod and the region — from city holidays and processions to competitions and flash mobs. Public gatherings occupy a notable place in city life: this is where City Day, the Brides' Parade and Monstration take place, and among competitive formats the The Golden Toad ceremony stands out. Some events trace their roots to the Soviet tradition of mass gatherings, while others emerged as modern urban initiatives.