The Russians began emigrating into China in the 18th century, and the last wave of emigrants came after Russia's 1917 revolution. Living along the northern border of China, the majority of Russians in China are a mixed Russian-Chinese race.

Most Russian-Chinese hold the same customs as the Russians still living in Russia. Because Orthodox Christianity is their official religion, Easter and Christmas are their two biggest festivals. As Christmas approaches, the family cleans the house and the wife prepares the food. Christmas eve, many people fast. Then, on Christmas day, a clergyman goes from house to house reading prayers and congratulating the people. They usually all join together to celebrate.

Russian weddings are a unique reflection of culture. The bride dresses in a white gown for the solemn occasion. Riding a horse-drawn carriage, the groom picks up his bride early in the morning. During the ceremony, the two stand before the image of Madonna while the priest asks them questions. They then exchange rings and the priest prays for them and gives them honey to symbolize the sweetness of their marriage. Anniversaries are also sacred, each having a special name.