Must-see entertainment in Almaty

Abay State Opera & Ballet Theatre

Almaty

Almaty’s top cultural venue stages three or four performances a week at 5pm or 6.30pm. Some get sold out a week or more ahead. Popular favourites such as…

Hippodrome

Almaty

Horse races and occasionally kokpar, take place several kilometres north of the centre. Get someone to call ahead and see what’s on.

Palace of the Republic

Almaty

Stages assorted musical events including pop concerts.