Kettik!
This week’s guide
Holiday event selection until March 26.
Thursday
EVENT
7. Sumalyak Party
A gathering where guests can participate in making sumalak, socialize, and spend time in a warm company.
Privé7 Tashkent
Free entry
ART
8. Opening of the exhibition "Whistling Khishtaks"
The exhibition dedicated to Navruz brings together the works of Tashkent artist Serafim Dim and artisan Roza Bakhanova. Guests will not only be able to see the exhibition but also purchase a khushtak, thereby supporting the ancient craft.
Gastrobar Cultura
Free entry
Friday
MUSIC
2. Nowruz with Kosa Farm
Guests will be able to participate in preparing sumalak and making wishes, enjoy instrumental music, play national sports games, stroll around the farm territory, and meet the animals. For those interested, masterclasses on fishing are available by prior booking.
Kosa Farm
COMMUNITY
3. Happy Navro’z from Uzumfermer
Guests will enjoy a buffet with national delicacies and unlimited Uzumfermer wine. The program includes live music, Uzbek dances, round dances, contests, masquerade performers (maskharaboz), sumalak preparation, tractor rides, and a fair with unique handicrafts.
Uzumfermer
Adults: 600,000 soumChildren: 300,000 soum
MUSIC
4. Sumalyak party
You will be able to participate in making sumalak, listen to live music, taste treats, and spend time in a warm company. You are invited for tea, sweets, and well-wishes in a festive atmosphere. Admission is free
Human House
ART
5. Nowruz with Meros Gallery
This is a spring celebration in an atmosphere of music and art. Guests can expect a line-up with young artists and stars of the capital's electronic scene, a prize draw, sumalak distribution, signature cocktails, traditional Chinese tea ceremony, and an immersive performance by the Sugar Theater.
Meros Gallery
Free admission
MUSIC
6. Holiday show programs in Tashkent parks
In many parks of the capital, festive events dedicated to Navruz will take place. Guests can look forward to the preparation of sumalak, national dishes and games, animation shows, concert programs, and live music.
Free admission
Saturday
LECTURE
1. Lecture "Zoroastrianism: Philosophy, Origins, Beliefs"
The lecture is dedicated to one of the world's oldest religious and philosophical systems. Participants will learn about Zarathustra and his teachings, examine Zoroastrianism, and its connection to the holiday of Nowruz.
Book Cafe Tashkent
190,000 soums
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