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Tengrinews.kz — Astana is preparing for the mass lighting of New Year’s trees: on December 19 at 6:00 p.m., lights will turn on simultaneously at more than 40 festive sites across all districts of the city.
According to the city akimat, all winter events this year are united under a single concept — Ertegi Fest.
“Residents and guests of Astana will be immersed in a true winter fairy tale with illumination, themed installations, ice activities, and cozy public spaces. Installation works for skating rinks, slides, small architectural forms, photo zones, and other elements began in early December and will be completed in stages by the second half of the month,” the akimat press service said.
The akimat also reported that on December 19 at 6:00 p.m., more than 40 New Year’s trees will be lit simultaneously in six districts of the capital.
“All locations will offer a wide range of entertainment: ice skating rinks, slides, small architectural forms, photo zones, and much more. Concert programs will start at 5:30 p.m. at all major venues,” the statement said.
Nura District
In Nura District, trees will be lit at 11 locations. The main site will be the parking area near Astana Arena Stadium, where a 25-meter tree has been installed. A concert program, children’s interactive activities, an ice rink, and ice slides are planned. A drone show will take place before the tree lighting.
A festive atmosphere will also be created in the Central Park, featuring a 213-meter circular skating rink, ice slides, and photo zones. A 24-meter tree at the main entrance will also be lit on December 19. Light arches, animal figures, and fairy-tale installations have been placed in Park of Lovers (Gashyktar Park) and along Aiteke Bi Street.
Almaty District
In Almaty District, trees will be lit at four locations. A 25-meter tree has been installed on the Akbulak river embankment, decorated with gnomes, rabbits, illuminated trees, and photo frames. A festive fireworks display is planned on the opening day.
Jeruiyq Park features an 80-meter-diameter circular ice rink and an ice slide. At the Coliseum site on Kazhymukan Munaitpasov Street, decorations follow the Frozen theme, including a carriage, a snowman, and an Elsa figure. A festive location will also appear in the Zheleznodorozhny residential area.
Yesil District
The main venue in Yesil District will traditionally be the Expo area, where a 22-meter tree, skating rink, and slide will be installed. New Year’s trees will also be lit in the Botanical Garden, Jetisu Park, along Kazakh Radiosy Street, and in the Bagystan residential complex.
A 25-meter tree has already been installed in the Botanical Garden. Popular city spaces near the Baiterek Monument, on Nur Zhol Boulevard, and in the Linear Park will be decorated with illuminated installations and themed figures.
Saraishyk District
A 25-meter tree will be installed at the Independence Square and Kazak Eli Monument. The area is being transformed into a fairy-tale land with photo zones such as “Santa on a Sleigh,” “Gingerbread House,” and “Santa’s Workshop.” Trees up to 20 meters tall will also appear near Nurly Zhol railway station and at the Alley of Working Professions, where an ice rink will also be set up.
Saryarka District
Six New Year’s trees have been installed in Saryarka. The central venue will be the city square, featuring a live 13-meter tree, a 600-square-meter ice rink, and an ice slide. Concerts, games with Ded Moroz and Snegurochka, ice skating master classes, and Christmas ornament workshops are planned.
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Baikonur District
In Baikonur District, the main events will take place in Ataturk Park, where a 20-meter tree, skating rink, and slide will be installed. Another venue will be near the Zhastar Palace, featuring an 18-meter tree and a family-friendly program. Smaller trees (around 8 meters tall) will also appear in the Ondiris, Kirpichny residential areas and the Koyandy dacha community.
In addition to central locations, festive trees ranging from 7 to 14 meters tall will be lit near major shopping and entertainment centers, including Khan Shatyr, Keruen City, Asia Park, Green Mall, and others.
