ASTANA – Unwind this weekend after a busy workweek by visiting engaging exhibitions and sporting events. The Astana Times editorial team has curated a special list of events perfect for enjoying with friends and family.

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Astana
Kazakhstan Premier League, Sept. 6
Feel the excitement of Kazakhstan Premier League football as FC Astana takes on FC Yelimai in a match full of energy, competition and passionate fan support.

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Venue: Astana Arena; 48 Turan Avenue. Tickets are available here.
Classical music concert, Sept. 5
Enjoy an evening of classical music bringing together Tles Kazhgaliyev’s “The Legend of the Steppe” and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 in a program that connects two musical traditions.

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Venue: Zhastar Palace; 34 Republic Avenue. Tickets are available here.
Shamshi Musical, Sept. 5
Discover the life and music of legendary Kazakh composer Shamshi Kaldayakov through a musical performance exploring his struggles, love and creative journey.

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Venue: Musical Theater of the Young Spectators; 47B Zhakyp Omarov Street. Tickets are available here.
“Creation of Light” exhibition, Sept. 4-Oct. 4
Explore the poetic world of Marc Chagall through his original graphic works, where vivid colours, dreams and symbolic images come together.

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Venue: Kulanshi Art Space Gallery; 22A Amanzholov Street. Tickets are available here.
Almaty
“Sensing The Elements” exhibition, Sept. 5
Explore a contemporary multimedia experience that invites visitors to see, feel and interact with the natural elements through art and technology.

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Venue: Catharsis multimedia art gallery; 122A Abylai Khan Avenue. Tickets are available here.
Animation Festival, Sept. 5
Discover independent animation from different genres and visual styles, with screenings, talks, workshops and meetings with filmmakers.

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Venue: Artishok Theater; 49 Kunanbaev Street. Tickets are available here.
Enrique Iglesias’s concert, Sept. 5
Get ready for a lively evening of global pop hits as Enrique Iglesias takes the stage, promising music, energy and unforgettable moments.

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Venue: Central Stadium; 48 Abai Avenue. Tickets are available here.
“Turandot” performance, Sept. 6
Enter a world of romance, mystery and dramatic twists in this theatrical interpretation of the classic story of a beautiful princess and a determined prince.

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Venue: Zhas Sakhna Theater; 117 Abay Avenue. Tickets are available here.
RISE Gala Concert, Sept. 6
Celebrate 15 years of RISE Dance Theater with a vibrant gala featuring signature productions, premiere numbers, live music and special guests.

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Venue: Almaty Theater; 30 Al-Farabi Avenue. Tickets are available here.