Events

By Akylai Ozbekova

April 7, 2026

Nauryz Cultural Festival 2026 Marks a Turning Point for Houston’s Kazakh Community

By Alva Robinson

March 15, 2026

Nowruz America 2026: Your Guide to Spring Celebrations Across the US

By Alva Robinson

February 16, 2026

Texas Kyrgyz Foundation Tests Broader Kyrgyzstan Identity Through Sports

Kyrgyz Community in Texas Gathers for Annual Fall Picnic

Kyrgyz community in Texas celebrates culture and unity at annual fall picnic.

By Arslan Atakhanov

November 4, 2025

In Houston, US Kazakh Communities Find Their Footing Through Sport

What began as a friendly volleyball game turns into a moment of cultural awakening for Kazakhs across the United States.

By Alva Robinson

October 19, 2025

Uzbek American Association of Chicago to Showcase at Skokie Festival of Cultures

Experience Uzbek culture at Skokie’s multicultural festival May 17–18 at Oakton Park.

By Alva Robinson

May 14, 2025

Houston's Bright Choice Foundation Draws 1,000+ for Third Annual Mini Olympics

Third annual Mini Olympics brings international community together for sports, art and shared traditions.

By Nurzhamal Arzibekova

April 30, 2025

Washington State’s Kazakh and Uzbek Communities to Celebrate Nawruz

Washington Kazakh and Uzbek communities honor Nawruz with April family festivities.

By Akylai Ozbekova

March 29, 2025

Volleyball Tournament Hosted by Texas Nonprofit Inspires Sense of Brotherhood

A newly formed Texas nonprofit serving the state’s Kazakh community proves volleyball is more than just about winning or losing.

By Alva Robinson

October 30, 2024

Kazakh High School Students Take Stage With IFLC Performance of Unity

Four high school students join 70 students from around the world for sold-out show in Stafford, TX, celebrating unity among diversity.

By Alva Robinson

October 22, 2024

Picnic Organized by Houston Kyrgyzstan Koomu Brings Growing Community Together

Local Houston-based Kyrgyz community gather for a day full of events and fellowship.

By Alva Robinson

October 14, 2024

Houston Kyrgyz Community Enjoy Evening of Poetry Recitation and a Feature Film Viewing

A performance by Kyrgyz poet and songwriter Akbar Kubanychbekov and a film Viewing of one of the most-anticipated movies of the year make for a special evening for this local Houston community.

By Alva Robinson

June 2, 2024