ASTANA – From gallery openings and live music to high-octane drift shows, Astana and Almaty are heading into the weekend with a packed cultural and entertainment calendar. The Astana Times has rounded up some of the most interesting events worth stepping out for, whether you are looking for art, music, adrenaline or simply something different to do.
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Astana
Leonardo da Vinci’s work exhibition, Aug. 21- Sept. 30
An exhibition dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci invites visitors to discover the artistic and scientific legacy of one of history’s most influential minds. Through reproductions, multimedia elements and interactive displays, the exhibition explores the inventor’s creative vision, engineering ideas and masterpieces, offering a closer look at the Renaissance era.
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Venue: Palace of Peace and Reconciliation; 57 Tauelsizdik Avenue. Tickets are available here.
Arctic Monkey, Maneskin Tribute concert, Aug. 23
Enjoy an evening of alternative rock favourites and sing along to some of Arctic Monkeys’ most recognisable hits in a lively tribute concert.
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Venue: Harat’s Irish Pub; 2T Zheltoksan Street. Tickets are available here.
“From Athens to Astana” exhibition, Aug. 21-Sept. 30
Explore the history of the Olympic Games through Olympic Relics from Vladimir Potanin’s collection, featuring rare artifacts, memorabilia and stories that celebrate the legacy and spirit of international sport.
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Venue: National Museum of Kazakhstan; 54 Tauelsizdik Avenue. Tickets are available here.
“Living Paintings” exhibition, Aug. 21-31
Discover the famous seascapes of Ivan Aivazovsky through a multimedia exhibition that combines classic art with immersive visual technology.
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Venue: Lumiere-Hall Multimedia Museum; 8 Abay Avenue. Tickets are available here.
Almaty
Act Festival, Aug. 22
Experience a vibrant festival filled with live music, creative energy and performances bringing together artists and audiences for an unforgettable weekend.
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Venue: Park Koktobe; 35 A Omarova Street. Tickets are available here.
Erzhan Tajimbetov’s live concert, Aug. 23
Spend an evening with soulful live music and expressive performances as talented artists come together for a memorable concert.
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Venue: Muzcafe; 117 Abai Avenue. Tickets are available here.
Red Bull Car Park Drift, Aug. 21-22
Feel the adrenaline as professional drivers take on a high-speed drift competition, showcasing precision, control and spectacular car performances.
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Venue: ASP Arena; Tickets are available here.
