27th - 31st May 2026
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Near the Kurmanjan Datka monument at the intersection of Chuy Avenue and Erkindik Boulevard
Theme: “World Cultural Heritage: Traditions, Crafts, Continuity.”
Since 2006, the OIMO festival has contributed to the development of cultural tourism and entrepreneurship based on intangible cultural heritage. It is a significant cultural event in the Kyrgyz Republic and is supported by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Its mission is to promote and preserve the traditional culture and crafts of Kyrgyzstan and the world.
Activities at the event include:
Ethnic music concert program at the opening of the XX OIMO International Festival 2026
International craft fair
Daily workshops and master classes
Fashion show of traditional Kyrgyz costumes and designers from Central Asian countries
International conference: “Preservation of traditional culture and development of creative industries based on intangible cultural heritage”
Screenings of documentary films on traditional crafts and creatives
Art and photography exhibitions
National competition among artisans and creators
Public talks with creators
And a special memorial for Dinara Chochunbaeva - Founder of the IF "OIMO" and Honored Worker of Culture and ICH expert
Read the full program in the event booklet.
Applications are open for artists to attend, learn more here.
Contact Altynai at +996700876299 and email oimofestinfo@gmail.com for any additional event information.
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