On January 7, the traditional folk festival "Kolyady" was held on Freedom Square in Lepel, attended by hundreds of residents and guests of the city.
Kolyady sites of enterprises and institutions were operational: the Electromechanical Plant, the Dairy and Canned Goods Plant, the Bakery, the Repair and Mechanical Plant, ATP No. 14, the Agrarian-Technical College, and others.
A theatrical performance "Kolyady have come – everyone is happy!" was held. The participants of the festival were presented with a concert program by amateur art groups titled "Festive Mood".
The best amateur art groups and Kolyady sites of enterprises and institutions were awarded valuable prizes.