Lenin Street in Omsk's center will transform into a pedestrian zone.

Pedestrian-Only Weekends on Lenin Street:

Weekends, specifically Fridays through Sundays, will prioritize pedestrians over motorists on Lenin Street, starting from May 16, 2025, and ending on August 31, 2025. The closure will affect Lubyansk Prospekt, stretching from the square of Victory to Partizanskaya Street.

Here's what the deputy mayor of Omsk, Inna Yeltskaya, had to say during a press conference:

"We've been carefully considering the duration of the street closure. We understand that not all residents of Omsk are thrilled about these processes. However, Omsk is a city for all its residents. With that in mind, we've decided to close Lenin Street for two days each weekend, from 8 PM Friday to 8 PM Sunday."

Unlike regular street closures for maintenance work, Lubyansk Prospekt will be transformed into a pedestrian zone to host various cultural events as part of Omsk's bid for the Youth Capital title in 2025.

Omsk was officially declared the Youth Capital of Russia for 2025. The contest took place on the "Gosuslugi" portal, and only residents of other regions could cast their votes. The status was awarded to two cities—Omsk and Perm—with a margin of 0.1% between the two.

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Weekend Pedestrian Zones in Omsk:

From May 16, 2025, to August 31, 2025, Lenin Street will prioritize pedestrians over motorists for two days each weekend. The closed section will include Lubyansk Prospekt, extending from the square of Victory to Partizanskaya Street.

During a press conference, the deputy mayor of Omsk, Inna Yeltskaya, announced the schedules and boundaries for the street closure:

"We've given this decision a great deal of thought. We understand that not everyone in Omsk is fond of these processes. Yet, Omsk is a city for all its residents. As a result, we decided to close Lenin Street for two days each weekend."

Unlike traditional road closures for street repairs, Lubyansk Prospekt will be transformed into a pedestrian zone to accommodate various cultural events as part of Omsk's bid for the Youth Capital title in 2025.

Omsk was officially declared the Youth Capital of Russia for 2025. The qualifying contest took place on the "Gosuslugi" portal, allowing only residents from other regions to vote. This status was awarded to two cities—Omsk and Perm—with a mere 0.1% difference in votes.

With the Lenin Street segment closed for two days every weekend starting May 16, 2025, outdoor-living enthusiasts can look forward to engaging in home-and-garden activities along Lubyansk Prospekt, an area transformed into a pedestrian zone for various cultural events as part of Omsk's Youth Capital campaign.
As Omsk transitions into a hub of Youth Capital culture during the weekends, locals and visitors can anticipate a shift in lifestyle, embracing the city's vibrant mix of home, garden, and outdoor living experiences.

Lenin Street in Omsk's center will transform into a pedestrian zone.