1811 in Russia

This article lists notable events that occurred in 1811 of Russia.

Incumbents

Japanese troops capture Vasily Golovnin for violating their policy of isolationism, resulting in the Golovnin Incident.
The Kuban Cossack Choir is founded as the Black Sea Host Singing Chorus.
The Kazan Cathedral finishes construction.
Michael Andreas Barclay de Tolly publishes the "Military Regulations for Infantry Service" regulations, intending to instill more rigor in military training.
Mikhail Kutuzov and his army defeat the Turkish troops of Laz Aziz Ahmed Pasha in the Battle of Rusçuk.
* Mikhail Kutuzov later places troops in an investment around Slobozia, resulting in the forfeit of the Ottoman regiment led by Laz Aziz Ahmed Pasha and victory in the Battle of Slobozia.
Mikhail Speransky implements more reforms in the Russian government.
The Imperial Lyceum is founded by Alexander I.
The Bolshoi Theatre burns down.
The Great Podil fire burns large portions of Kiev, causing more than 2,000 homes to be lost.
Tensions between France and Russia increase, as Napoleon orders the seizing of the Duchy of Oldenburg. This will eventually lead to the Treaty of Paris and the following French invasion of Russia.