On July 5, Kazakhstan will celebrate National Dombyra Day. Established in 2018, the holiday honors one of the country’s foremost symbols of national culture and spiritual heritage. It is observed annually on the first Sunday of July. In the lead-up to the celebration, concerts, festive events, and cultural performances are held across the country. The holiday aims to preserve and promote the unique musical heritage of the Great Steppe. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has previously emphasized the significance of National Dombyra Day. Speaking at a joint session of Parliament, he said that the dombyra, as a sacred national treasure, should become a distinctive global brand representing Kazakhstan.
Capital City Day to feature extensive celebration program
On July 6, Kazakhstan will celebrate Capital City Day.
This year marks the 28th anniversary of the country's capital. Astana is set to
offer residents and visitors a unique festive program featuring more than 200
events. Over the course of 10 days, the city will host concerts, festivals,
theatrical performances, sports tournaments, and environmental initiatives. The
celebrations will culminate in large-scale open-air concerts featuring
Kazakhstan's top music stars. In addition to the cultural program, new public
spaces and infrastructure projects will be unveiled in the capital.
Related Articles
