Published on : Tuesday, June 5, 2018
“Over the whole year, residents and guests of Astana enjoy an extensive festive programme of 618 events, including both traditional and new concerts, shows, exhibitions and other cultural events. I am sure they will become highlights of the upcoming celebration. A few days ago, a grand open-air concert with the participation of Kazakh and Russian pop stars took place at the square near Kazakh Eli monument,” Aitekenov said.
He mentioned that the Festival of Contemporary Ethno Music, recognized as the Spirit of Tengri will take place on July 5th and 6th on the square at the Baiterek Monument. The Astana Arqau International Festival of Turkic music is planned for July 4-6 in the amphitheatre on the embankment of the Yessil River. On the square, a gala concert will take place near the Kazakh Eli Monument on July 5 which is supposed to be the key event within the celebration of the 20th anniversary of Astana. Around 61 events in total will take place in the festive period June between 25 to July 6. Detailed information about all festive events is obtainable on the special website www.astanaday.kz, which is regularly updated.
The capital city receives gifts on its birthday by tradition every year. Cities and regions of Kazakhstan build new amenities, develop new parks and recreation areas or erect monuments in the main city of the country.
“Astana is a unique city, which is not just a capital in the traditional sense. Astana is the city that unites the whole country and demonstrates the possibilities of Kazakhstan to the world. The 20th anniversary of Astana is a special holiday for all Kazakhstan citizens,” Aitekenov added.