The ensemble took part in the festive concert "Be Happy Always!" at the State Kremlin Palace

To share the best practices of family upbringing, to tell inspiring stories of ordinary families — stories about small daily feats and big joint victories, to show that a strong family is the foundation of society and a reliable support in any person’s life — all this constitutes the main goals of the All‑Russian competition “Family of the Year,” which has been held annually (since 2016) in our country. The solemn award ceremony for the competition’s winners took place on October 13, 2026, at the State Kremlin Palace. Based on the results of the federal stage of the competition, 89 families were recognized as winners (in 6 categories) and were solemnly awarded honorary diplomas. Before the awards were presented to the winners in the “Family of a Defender of the Fatherland” category, Anna Tsivilyova, State Secretary — Deputy Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation and Chairman of the “Defenders of the Fatherland” Foundation, addressed the audience. She noted the enduring role of the family in strengthening the moral foundations of society, preserving the traditions of service to the Fatherland, and raising the younger generation, emphasizing that it is within the family that such important qualities as responsibility, loyalty to duty, and love for the Motherland are instilled.

The title of the concert, which took place on October 11, 2026, at the State Kremlin Palace, can be considered the motto of the entire life and work of today’s honoree — the famous Russian theatre and film actor, TV presenter, singer, parodist, theatre teacher, and People’s Artist of the Russian Federation, Alexander Oleshko. Bright, energetic, charismatic, charming, and a recognised master of transformation, Alexander Oleshko knows how to turn any of his performances into a celebration. From the very first moments of his appearance on the theatrical stage or on television, he captivates the audience with his sincerity, artistry, and inimitable charm. Any event featuring him is doomed to success; he generously gives the audience a boost of positivity and warmth, “infecting” everyone with his optimism and inexhaustible energy. At Alexander Oleshko’s anniversary concert, a whole galaxy of stars gathered on the main stage of the country, creating a true celebration of art — the concert programme seamlessly combined pop classics, jazz, folk dance, and children’s creative works.