Spring 2025 is set to bring forth new trends, delightful weather, and cultural celebrations to Kazakhstan, marking the season of renewal and increased vibrant activities. This season, known for its welcoming of holidays and appreciating nature’s revival, is particularly promising this year as forecasts suggest unusually warm weather paired with diverse culinary and fashion innovations.
According to climate experts, temperatures this spring are expected to exceed average levels by 1-2 degrees Celsius, though fluctuations are anticipated. "Transition periods can be notoriously unstable due to frequent shifts in synoptic processes, which may yield unexpected weather, including snowfalls and potential freezes as cold air flows from the north," explained meteorologists. Conversely, warm air from Central Asia could usher summery conditions, especially by April and May.
The beginning of March will come rich with public holidays, giving many Kazakhstanis leisure time to enjoy the warming climate. The first month of spring will feature International Women’s Day on March 8 and Nowruz celebrations from March 21-23. Thanks to rolling public holidays, the month will provide numerous days off; those working standard five-day weeks will find themselves with fourteen days available to rest.
For International Women’s Day—a Saturday this year—the holiday will move to Monday, March 10, resulting in long weekends, beneficial for those with either five- or six-day work schedules. Nowruz, the main festivity welcoming spring, offers families opportunities for culinary creations like kazy (horse meat sausage) and nauryz kozhe (traditional festive soup), serving as more than just food but bonds of familial connections. “Nowadays, younger generations may view nauryz kozhe as outdated, but this nutritious soup is valued for its health benefits,” noted Astanian resident Bibigul Kutubaeva.
Beyond traditional dishes, there’s increasing popularity for innovative approaches to these festive meals, such as incorporating quinoa or opting for lighter meats like chicken or turkey. Eco-conscious choices are also on the rise. “Eco-Nowruz” is becoming popular, emphasizing sustainable practices like eliminating single-use plastics and preparing vegetarian dishes, alongside community cleaning efforts, aiming to welcome spring with cleaner surroundings.
Prominent plans for spring 2025 also involve crafting the “Alley of Eternal Kazakhstan-Russian Friendship” within Astana, representing strengthened international ties. This initiative, as announced by Kazakhstan's president Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, aims at creating spaces for relaxation for both residents and visitors.
Culinary trends reflect Kazakhstanis’ growing preference for healthier food options. Restaurants are rolling out adjusted versions of national dishes, creating dishes like whole-grain version of beshbarmak (a traditional meat and pasta dish). New items might even include kumys (fermented mare’s milk) puddings and sorbets.
When it concerns spring fashion, the new season showcases blends of ethnic motifs with modern designs. Detailing kazakh ornaments on clothing like jackets and accessories fashioned from natural fibers is becoming trendy. Notably, young women tend to pair these traditional elements with contemporary styles, incorporating sneakers or denim for casual outings.
Transitioning to lighter, airier fabrics like chiffon and lace, the spring fashion predictions invoke softer shades, with natural colors like sky blue, olive, and vibrant oranges taking center stage. The nostalgia of retro styles and renewed attention to the office-wear category presents opportunities for streamlined silhouettes and clean designs effectively paired with floral themes or nautical stripes, creating accessible and stylish outfits.
With the approach of warmer temperatures, discussions on seasonal adventures are bubbling up among Kazakhstanis. Prepared for dacha weekends and mountain hikes, they eagerly discuss the new direct flight routes set to launch, connecting Kazakhstan to Austria two times weekly through SCAT airlines.
All these factors make the spring of 2025 not just another season of change, but also one filled with freshness, adaptability, and opportunities to embrace the modern essence of Kazakh culture. Citizens are ready to meet it with enthusiasm—whether reinventing traditional recipes, adapting their wardrobes, or planning exciting adventures outdoors.