Maslenitsa is a traditional Slavic festival that marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring. Celebrated for a week, it features various activities such as sledding, bonfires, and folk games. The highlight of the festival is the preparation and enjoyment of blini, thin pancakes that symbolize the sun. Families and friends gather to share meals and celebrate together. During Maslenitsa, people also engage in rituals to bid farewell to winter. The week culminates in a grand celebration on the last day, known as Forgiveness Sunday, where individuals seek forgiveness from one another, fostering a sense of community and renewal.