The two-day "Aqtobe Creative Days" fair, organized as part of the national Creative Aimaq project, opened at the capital's Qazaq Creative Hub. More than 100 representatives of the Aktobe region's creative industries presented original projects in 22 areas.
The exhibition was reviewed by the Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Arman Kyrykbayev; Aktobe Region Akim, Askhat Shakharov; Deputy Chairperson of the Kurultai of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Daniya Espayeva; and members of the Kurultai.
The fair features works by decorative and applied arts artisans, collections by regional designers, works by artists, and projects by creative groups.
The "Aqtobe Design" program includes a showcase of collections by seven designers. A separate exhibition is dedicated to the creative path and international achievements of Dimash Kudaibergen. The Book Market showcases works by Aktobe authors. The cultural program includes theatrical performances, an animated film screening, concerts, a recital with composer Serik Zakaria, and master classes on traditional crafts.
The Creative Aimaq project aims to support regional creative industries, promote domestic brands, and develop creative entrepreneurship.