Where to go in Shymkent, Aktau, and other cities for Republic Day

Tengrinews.kz - Republic Day in Kazakhstan is a major event that annually attracts numerous guests and residents of the country. This year, a vast array of activities is planned across the country, including concerts, performances, exhibitions, sporting competitions, cultural programs, and social initiatives. Tengrinews.kz highlights interesting events in various cities that Kazakhstanis can attend during the festive weekend.

Aktau

Events in the Mangystau Region began with the International Dance Festival "Bi Kanatynda," which took place on October 19-20. The main celebrations will be held from October 24 to 26:

• October 26, 11:00 AM: The play "Cinderella" at the Mangystau drama theater.
• October 26, 3:00 PM: The play "The camel" at the Mangystau Regional Puppet Theater.
• October 26: A gala concert "Patriot bol" at the "Amphitheater" square.
• October 27, 7:00 PM: The play "Atyn oshsin,...!" at the Zhanturin Mangystau drama theater.

Aktobe

A variety of cultural and entertainment events are expected in Aktobe:

• October 25, 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM: The musical "Blue Tractor" for children at the Drama named after T. Ahtanov.
• October 25-27, 3:00 PM: The circus show "Star cruise" at Shopping mall Dalida Center.
• October 27, 6:00 PM: The play "Transit Passenger" at the Regional Drama Theater.
• October 27, 8:00 PM: Concert by Turar Ydyrys at the Arts Center.

Atyrau

In Atyrau, residents and visitors will have the opportunity to attend concerts and performances during the weekend. For example, on October 26, the children's play "Ur, Toqpaq" will be shown at the Regional Drama Theater. Other events include:

• October 24-25, 7:00 PM: The play "Hansulu" at the Zhastar Theater, based on the novel by Smagul Elubay.
• October 25, 6:30 PM and 9:00 PM: Vivaldi. "The Four Seasons" concert by the Tynda Music group at the Regional Center of Folk Art.
• October 26-27, 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM: Concert program "Soul Therapy" by Bagzhan October at the Makhambet Drama Theater.

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Abai Region

In the Abai Region, a large-scale program is being prepared to celebrate Republic Day, featuring more than 100 events:

• October 24-27: Auto and bicycle rallies in the regional center and district centers to promote patriotism.
• October 25: Opening of a new Sports and Wellness complex in the village of Borodulikha.
• October 25: Opening of a modern sports module in Taskesken, Urdzhar District.
• October 25, 5:00 PM: The drama "Aynalayyn" at the Abay theater in Semey.
• October 26, 7:00 PM: The comedy "Incredible Session" or "Restless Spirit" at the Russian Drama Theater named after Dostoevsky in Semey.
• October 27, 6:00 PM: The comedy "Pygmalion" at the Russian Drama Theater named after Dostoevsky in Semey.

Karaganda

A rich program has been prepared for the residents of Karaganda and guests to celebrate Republic Day:

• October 25, 10:00 AM: Opening of the "Alash" alley and the local history library "Olketanu" on Saryarka Street.
• October 25, 12:00 PM: Three concerts in different city districts dedicated to Republic Day celebrations. Events will take place at the Zheleznodorozhnikov Cultural Center (Sorting), the Dom Kul'tury Hovogo Maykuduka, and the Dom Kultury Molodozhnyy (Prishakhtinsk).
• October 25, 5:00 PM: The play "Scarlet sails" at the KATMK, a two-act musical.
• October 25, 5:00 PM: The play "Do not part with your loved ones" at the Stanislavsky Russian Drama Theater.
• October 25, 7:00 PM: A tribute show to SLAYER at "Svincoviy Dirizabl."
• October 27, 5:00 PM: The play "The eldest son" at the Stanislavsky Russian Drama Theater.
• October 27, 5:00 PM: The play "Aynalayyn" at the Stanislavsky Russian Drama Theater.
• October 27, 8:00 PM: Concert by the rock band Jazi Orchestra at Shalkyma Concert Hall.
• October 27-28, 5:00 PM: The "Saryarka" hockey club will host guests from the southern capital, "Almaty," at the Karaganda Arena Ice Sports Palace.

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Kokshatau

In Kokshatau, residents and visitors can enjoy concerts and theater performances:

• October 26, 11:00 AM: The play "Adventures in Prostokvashino" at the Akmola Regional Russian Drama Theater.
• October 26, 7:00 PM: Retro Show by the Brasswood group at the Kokshetau Palace of Culture.
• October 27, 11:00 AM: Premiere of the play "The Little Witch" at the Akmola Regional Russian Drama Theater.
• October 27, 5:00 PM and October 28, 7:00 PM: The Arlan and Humo hockey clubs will face off at the Burabai Ice Palace.

Kostanay

In Kostanay, guests and residents can attend various concerts and performances over the weekend:

• October 25, 5:00 PM: The drama "Ahmet of Alash" at the Drama Theater named after I.Omarova in Kostanay.
• October 25, 5:00 PM: The comedy "Free pair" at the Russian Drama Theater.
• October 26, 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM: The fairy tale "Eat right — recharge your health!" at the Russian Drama Theater.
• October 26 and 27, 12:00 PM: Premiere of the play "D.O.D." at the Kostanay Regional Puppet Theater.
• October 26 and 27, 5:00 PM: The play "Puppy" at the Russian Drama Theater.
• October 26, 8:00 PM: MTV Greatest Hits concert by ÖzgeMusic in the Zhastar Sarayy Concert Hall.
• October 27, 5:00 PM: The play "Temir Qatyn" at the Drama Theater named after I.Omarova in Kostanay.

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Kyzylorda

Kyzylorda region will also offer cultural and social events for residents and guests:

• Starting from October 18, anniversaries and exhibitions dedicated to historical figures who contributed to the region's development have already begun.
• October 25: The national flag will be ceremonially raised at the Alley of State Symbols and in all districts of the region.
• October 26, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 4:00 PM: The circus World Roblox at the Zhastar Theater.

Pavlodar

In Pavlodar, a variety of cultural and entertainment events are expected:

• October 25, 26, and 27, 7:00 PM: The comedy "The Auditor" at the Drama Theater named after A. P. Chekhov.
• October 25, 7:00 PM: The concert-play "Shamshi" at the Aimautov Theater.
• October 26, 5:00 PM and October 27, 12:00 PM: The "Hologram" show at the Pavlodar Regional Philharmonic named after Isa Baizakov.
• October 26, 7:00 PM: A concert by the "Quattro" group at the Estay Culture Palace.
• October 27, 7:00 PM: The ballet "Sleeping Beauty" at the Estay Culture Palace.

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Petropavlovsk

In Petropavlovsk, guests and residents can enjoy hockey matches and theater performances over the weekend:

• October 26 and 27, 5:00 PM: The "Qulager" hockey club will host "Aktobe" at the Alexander Vinokurov Sports Palace.
• October 26, 12:00 PM: The play "Sing, my dombra" at the Puppet Theater.
• October 27, 12:00 PM: The play "Raccoon-Anti-Soviet" at the Puppet Theater.
• October 27, 7:00 PM: The MTV Greatest Hits concert by ÖzgeMusic at the Regional Philharmonic Hall.

Taraz

In Taraz, residents and guests can have an enjoyable time:

• October 26, 11:00 AM: The play "The Legend of akyrtas" at the Zhambyl regional Kazakh drama theater named after Askar Tokpanov.
• October 26 and 27, 4:00 PM: Premiere of the romantic drama "Bela. The hero of our time" at the Zhambyl Regional Russian Drama Theatre.

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Turkestan

In Turkestan Region, a total of 121 events will be held in celebration of Republic Day:

• October 22-25: Festive events will take place in the central squares of district towns dedicated to Republic Day.
• October 23-25: Educational and festive evenings, along with drawing competitions, will be held in regional museums.
• October 24: A rural club with a capacity of 75 will be opened in the village of Zhideli, Keles District.
• October 27, 7:00 PM: The psychological drama "Makhabbat Munarasy" at the Turkestan Music and Drama Theater.

Uralsk

In Uralsk, residents and guests can enjoy concerts and theater performances:

• October 26, 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM: Musical performance "Blue Tractor" for children at the Amanat Concert Hall.
• October 26, 8:00 PM: Concert by Turar Ydyrys at the Atameken Palace of Culture.
• October 27, 8:00 PM: The play "Karaly Sulu" at the Ostrovsky Drama Theater.

Ust-Kamenogorsk

In Ust-Kamenogorsk, Republic Day will be celebrated with a series of festive events:

• October 21-27: A week of Kazakh film screenings will be held at the Oralhan Bokey library.
• October 25-26: An exhibition of local producers' products, "Made in Oskemen 2024," will take place at the Gostiny Dvor shopping complex.
• October 25, 11:00 AM: A mass run up Mount Kazakhstan as part of the Oskemen Run campaign.
• October 26, 3:00 PM: A concert by the "Otyrar Sazy" orchestra in the East Kazakhstan Regional Philharmonic Hall.

Shymkent

Residents of Shymkent can enjoy a variety of events to suit all tastes:

• October 25 and 26, 7:00 PM: The play "Zhogalgan Zhurnak" at the Shanyrak Kazakh Drama Theater.
• October 25, 7:00 PM: The comedy "The house where everything is upside down" at the Russian Drama Theater.
• October 25, 8:00 PM: A stand-up concert featuring comedians Ruslan Tai and Birzhan Kabylbaev at the Stella Restobar.
• October 26, 6:00 PM: A match between the football clubs "Ordabasy" and "Zhenis" at the Kazymukan Central Stadium.
• October 26, 6:00 PM: The concert "Love is... Legendary soundtracks of love" by the Tynda Music ensemble at the Turkestan Concert Hall.
• October 26, 7:00 PM: The post-apocalyptic fairy tale "Princess Turandot" at the Russian Drama Theater.
• October 27, 11:00 AM: The play "Carlson, who lives on the roof" at the Russian Drama Theater.
• October 27, 7:00 PM: The play "Khanuma" at the Russian Drama Theater.

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By the way, the events that will be held in Astana and Almaty in honor of the holiday can be found here.