Traditions

The celebrations you can join, what they mean and what to expect as a guest.

Kazakh

Қыз ұзату

The bride's family sends their daughter off to her new family with a feast, songs and blessings.

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Үйлену той / Келін түсіру, Беташар

The groom's family welcomes the bride with the Betashar unveiling, followed by a large feast with music and dancing.

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Тұсау кесу

A joyful family celebration of a child's first steps and a wish for a steady path in life.

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Наурыз

Celebrate the spring equinox with a family: cook nauryz kozhe, visit relatives and join public festivities.

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Мүшел той

A large, relaxed family feast honouring someone who has completed a 12-year life cycle, especially the 63rd birthday.

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