Overview
- RIA Novosti reports that Ded Moroz arrived from Russia to a residence in Rockville, Maryland, where he is receiving children and adults.
- He said he brought samovars, pryaniki, baranki, candy, and a New Year tree from Veliky Ustyug to showcase Russian customs.
- The Rockville venue is described as operating until early January, according to the agency’s interview coverage.
- Ded Moroz reiterated that his customary home is his fairy‑tale estate in Veliky Ustyug, where he said he plans to mark the New Year.
- He said he hopes to meet Santa Claus during the U.S. visit and recounted traveling by reindeer, leaving his sleigh on nearby Deer Street, and passing borders without issues.