Kettik!
This week’s guide
The first ten days of October turned out to be especially rich in cultural events. We have prepared over forty events for you, and to manage to attend them all, you'd clearly need a time-turner like Hermione's. The program includes French cinema, Eastern miniatures, jazz, electronic music, classical performances, and much more.
Music Hall / Jazzirama — Jazz Evening
When: Thu, October 2, 7:30 PM
Where: Cultura Gastrobar
An immersion into the atmosphere of velvety saxophone and live improvisational sound.
Art Evening “The World of Eastern Miniature”
When: Thu, October 2, 7:00 PM
Where: Fabrica Art Space
Price: 250,000 UZS
The refinement, beauty, and symbolism of Eastern miniature art.
Performance “Solo for a Woman with Piano”
When: Thu, October 2, 7:00 PM
Where: Ilkhom Theatre
A powerful drama about a woman’s fate and music.
French Premieres Festival: “François Truffaut: The Screenplay of My Life”
When: Thu, October 2, 7:00 PM
Where: A. Navoi Cinema Palace
Festival opening — a story about a man who changed the course of cinema and influenced world filmmaking.
Social Dance Evening (Kizomba, Bachata, Salsa)
When: Thu, October 2, evening
Where: Nukus 89
Kizomba, bachata, and salsa — dances that won’t let you sit still.
Guest Guest with Doni & Farid
When: Thu, October 2, 7:00 PM
Where: Joydaman
A vibrant DJ set filled with energy and drive.
Multimedia Exhibition “Jadids. Letters to Turkestan”
When: Thu, October 2, 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
Where: Tashkent City Mall
Price: from 40,000 UZS
History comes alive — Jadid letters presented in a multimedia format.
Charity Gala Concert “Season of Love”
When: Thu, October 2, 6:30 PM
Where: A. Navoi State Academic Bolshoi Theatre
Price: from 150,000 UZS
Music, love, a grand stage, and a good cause.
Performance “The Free Auction named after Sergei Parajanov”
When: Fri, October 3, 7:00 PM
Where: Ilkhom Theatre
A (non-)performance inspired by the work of a cinema genius, revealing the tragic chapters of his life.
French Premieres Festival: “The Last Metro”
When: Fri, October 3, 7:00 PM
Where: A. Navoi Cinema Palace
A film by François Truffaut — a symbol of French cinema.
Opening of Muhammad Fazili’s Exhibition “Immersion”
When: Fri, October 3, 10:00 PM
Where: Nukus 89
Contemporary art, depth, and experimentation in an art space.
Exhibition “21 Views of Uzbekistan” (Opening)
When: Fri, October 3, 6:00 PM
Where: Art Station, Samarkand
Uzbekistan, culture, and beauty through the eyes of twenty-one artists.
Concert by the band “Vintage”
When: Fri, October 3, 10:00 PM
Where: Yuzhanin
Price: 800,000 UZS
Hit songs, stage charisma, and high energy.
Performance “The Phantom of the Opera”
When: Fri, October 3, 7:00 PM
Where: Alisher Navoi Cinema Palace
Price: from 350,000 UZS
The timeless story of love and music in a theatrical production.
Concert by Gio Pika and the band “Kaspiyskiy Gruz”
When: Fri, October 3, 7:00 PM
Where: Uzbekistan State Tennis Club
Price: from 200,000 UZS
Hip-hop, deep lyrics, and an intense atmosphere.
Performance “Canary”
When: Fri, October 3, 7:00 PM
Where: A. Navoi State Academic Bolshoi Theatre
Price: from 400,000 UZS
A dramatic production where emotions speak louder than words.
Stand-up “Material Check”
When: Fri, October 3, 8:00 PM
Where: Stand-up Sport Club
Price: from 50,000 UZS
Fresh jokes and new ideas in a live format.
Performance “The Bull and the Birds”
When: Sat, October 4, 7:00 PM
Where: Ilkhom Theatre
An original performance filled with metaphors and drama.
French Premieres Festival: “Maya, Give Me a Title”
When: Sat, October 4, 4:00 PM
Where: A. Navoi Cinema Palace
A touching French premiere about self-discovery.
French Premieres Festival: “Jane Austen Ruined My Life”
When: Sat, October 4, 7:00 PM
Where: A. Navoi Cinema Palace
French cinema with irony and romance.
Music Camp “We Forgot the Rhyme”
When: Sat, October 4, 1:00 PM
Where: Happy Glamp
Price: from 130,000 UZS (transfer not included)
A camp filled with music, communication, and a sense of freedom.
Lecture-Tour of the Ural Taksinbaev Exhibition
When: Sat, October 4, 2:00 PM
Where: Kandinsky Art Club
Price: 150,000 UZS
A deep dive into painting and an author’s perspective on the artist’s work.
Elena Vaenga Concert
When: Sat, October 4, 7:00 PM
Where: Palace of Friendship of Peoples
Price: from 300,000 UZS
Live performance of songs loved by millions.
Bespoke Education Educational Fair
When: Sat, October 4, 12:00 PM
Where: Hyatt Regency Tashkent
Registration required. Relevant for those planning to study abroad.
Moscow Circus Mosice
When: Sat, October 4, 4:00 PM
Where: Tashkent Circus
Price: from 50,000 UZS
Bright acrobatic acts and fun for the evening guaranteed.
Chuseok 2025 Festival
When: Sat, October 4, 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
Where: Korean Palace of Culture and Arts
Admission: Free
Dance, national cuisine, and Korean cultural traditions in Tashkent.
Maker Faire Tashkent 2025
When: Sat, October 4, all day
Where: AUT
Admission: Free
A festival of technology, ideas, and creative projects.
BLACKPINK Concert
When: Sat, October 4, 10:00 PM
Where: Nukus 89
An evening of pop energy and global hits.
Movie Brunch “Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea”
When: Sun, October 5, 2:00 PM
Where: Cultura Gastrobar
Price: 200,000 UZS
A cozy anime by Hayao Miyazaki with great food and a warm atmosphere.
Art Brunch “How to Look at Masterpieces of Painting. Romanticism”
When: Sun, October 5, 3:00 PM
Where: Just Wine Bar
Price: 250,000 UZS
A lecture-brunch on Romanticism — easygoing and with a glass of wine.
Performance “Playing Strindberg”
When: Sun, October 5, 7:00 PM
Where: Ilkhom Theatre
A sharp drama in the tradition of philosophical theatre.
French Premieres Festival. Closing: “Jim’s Story”
When: Sun, October 5, 7:00 PM
Where: Kinoxona
The festival finale — a profound story about friendship and choice.
Moscow Circus Mosice
When: Sun, October 5, 4:00 PM
Where: Tashkent Circus
Price: from 50,000 UZS
A celebration of circus art for the whole family.
Concert of the Department of Folk Instrument Performance
When: Mon, October 6, 6:00 PM
Where: State Conservatory of Uzbekistan
Admission: Free
National instruments and student energy on stage.
Performance “Tortilla Flat Quarter”
When: Tue, October 7, 7:00 PM
Where: Ilkhom Theatre
A legendary story about friendship, freedom, and living life “your own way.”
Performance “Ka mate. Ka ora”
When: Wed, October 8, 7:00 PM
Where: Ilkhom Theatre
A vibrant production inspired by Maori rituals and motifs.
Art Evening “How the Art Market Works”
When: Thu, October 9, 7:00 PM
Where: Location to be announced
Price: 250,000 UZS
An honest conversation about how the art world functions.
Performance “The Son”
When: Thu, October 9, 7:00 PM
Where: Ilkhom Theatre
A powerful contemporary drama about family and choice.
Black Coffee Concert
When: Thu, October 9, 7:00 P
Where: Arda Khiva Complex
Price: from 1,500,000 UZS
A global electronic music star — live in Tashkent.
Sympho Rock Concert Show
When: Thu, October 9, 7:00 PM
Where: Palace of Friendship of Peoples
Price: from 80,000 UZS
Symphony and rock united in one powerful show.
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