Uzbek National Holidays

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Guests of Uzbekistan during the holidays can participate in mass festivals of 
cultural events: concerts, theater performances, various exhibitions (art, folk crafts, 
and children’s art). During these events, one can better learn Uzbek folklore and 
folk traditions; see products of folk artists, folk costumes, etc. National holidays of 
the Republic of Uzbekistan are a constant source of benevolence, warmth and 
hospitality. 
In Uzbekistan, centuries of foreign influence prior to independence helped to 
form a unique community of people who are distinguished by their hospitality, 
tolerance, close-knit society and readiness to welcome others into their happiness. 
Holidays in Uzbekistan are fun celebrations that include both secular and 
religious, local and international, ancient and 20th-century observances. With great 
exuberance, the people of Uzbekistan rise to each occasion with gifts, homemade 
treats, dancing and festive gatherings. 
January 1st, New Year 
New Year is one of the most beloved holidays on the Uzbekistan calendar. 
As preparations begin in early December, the weeks leading up to the New Year 
are very celebratory in themselves. City streets, transformed by New Year trees 

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and glittering garlands, are filled with people rushing to buy toys, gifts, savory 
delicacies and enough sweets to last for days. Santa Claus and his granddaughter 
Snow Maiden can be seen at restaurants, shops and plazas throughout the holiday 
season. 
As New Year is a family holiday in Uzbekistan, most people prefer to spend 
New Year's Eve at home with their family and relatives. Yet from mid-December 
until the Old New Year on January 13, celebrations are held with friends, 
colleagues and classmates in gatherings which typically include an entertainment 
program, special menu and various surprises.