Costumed swim on giant pumpkins held at VDNH
A costume swim on giant pumpkins took place at the VDNH's 'City Farm' in Moscow on September 26, as part of the 'Battle of Giants' autumn harvest festival. Participants transformed 400–500 kg pumpkins into floating vessels and paraded them on the Third Kamensky Pond.
Consensus
- The event took place on September 26 at VDNH's 'City Farm'.
- The event was part of the 'Battle of Giants' harvest festival.
- Participants used giant pumpkins weighing between 400 and 500 kilograms as floating vessels.
- Participants wore themed costumes during the parade.
- The parade occurred on the Third Kamensky Pond.
- The pumpkins were prepared by removing their inner flesh and seeds and flattening their bases.
- The event ran from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
- More than 200 unique record-breaking vegetables were displayed at the exhibition.
Points of divergence
- The event was described as unique for Russia. — vm
- The largest vegetables did not participate because they were too heavy for the swim. — ntv
- Participants had training sessions the day before the event. — ntv
- Organizers did not impose restrictions on costume design, only requiring a more impressive appearance. — ntv
- The 'City Farm' Telegram channel reported that the festival included pumpkin carving masterclasses and a weighing ceremony for champion vegetables. — vm
- The 'Mosbiliet' service offers various leisure options, including a route at the former 'Krasny Oktyabr' confectionery factory. — vm
Coverage (2 sources)
- Costumed swim on giant pumpkins held for the first time at VDNKh — Вечерняя Москва
- Costume swim on giant pumpkins will take place at VDNKh — НТВ Москва