If you are planning to spend Christmas or New Year’s in Central Asia, Tashkent offers a unique mix of festive events, cultural experiences, and winter adventures. While the city itself rarely sees snow in December, the nearby mountains provide a perfect winter escape, and Tashkent’s cultural calendar is packed with concerts, exhibitions, and parties for all tastes. Here’s your guide to enjoying the holidays in Uzbekistan’s capital.
Winter Weather in Tashkent: What to Expect
According to Uzbekhydromet, December is expected to be slightly warmer than average, with mean temperatures 1–1.5° above normal. Early in the month, nights will range from 0 to +5° while daytime highs reach +10 to +15°. In the second half of December, temperatures will become more variable, with night-time readings ranging from +2…+7° down to 0…–5° and daytime temperatures from +12…+17° down to +2…+7°. Precipitation is expected to be near or slightly below average, meaning Tashkent may stay mostly dry during the holiday season.
Even if the capital lacks snow, winter activities in the mountains and festive indoor events make up for the milder weather in the city.
Winter Adventures in the Mountains: Skiing and Snowboarding in Amirsoy
For those dreaming of a snowy holiday, renting a house in the mountains is the perfect option. While Tashkent sees little snow, the Chimgan mountains offer winter sports at their best. The most popular destination is Amirsoy Mountain Resort, where visitors can enjoy skiing and snowboarding on slopes of various difficulties. All equipment can be rented on site, and accommodation is available, though prices rise during the holiday season. Beyond skiing, you can also go snowboarding, hiking, or simply relax in the snowy scenery.
Geek Culture and Festive Entertainment in the City
Geek Con Tashkent 2025
Humo Arena will host Uzbekistan’s version of Comic Con. Visitors can enjoy meetings with star guests, cosplay shows and competitions (applications are open until December 10), New Year themed photo zones, and a souvenir fair.
- Date: 20 December 2025
- Tickets: from 100,000 soums
Candle Fire Concert
Bravo Orchestra will perform meditative melodies by Ludovico Einaudi, epic soundtracks by Hans Zimmer, classics by Vivaldi and Pachelbel, magical worlds of Joe Hisaishi, and masterpieces by Mozart.
- Date: 20 December 2025
- Tickets: available at Humo Arena or showgo.uz
Holiday Parties at Restaurant Oko
Restaurant Oko will host multiple holiday parties with different DJ lineups throughout December. Tables must be reserved in advance.
- Dates: 5–30 December 2025
Art and Culture: Exhibitions to Explore
Regeneration Art Gallery – One More Life
An exhibition combining Eastern architectural motifs with themes from world painting, creating a dialogue between East and West.
- Dates: 18 November–28 December 2025
- Tickets: available at gallery
Navruz Park – Suzani: In Dream and Reality
Showcasing the art of three Uzbek artists blending traditional suzane embroidery with modern techniques.
- Tickets: No ticket requirement
- Dates: 25 October–31 December 2025
Special Cinema and Live Shows
Wednesday Cinema Festival
Special cinema event with discounted tickets at multiple cinemas across Uzbekistan. VIP halls excluded. The cinemas that offer special prices are: Next, Parus, Riviera Cinema, Sergeli, Cinemaplex Chigotoy, Compass Cinema
- Tickets: 30,000 soums
- Date: 24 December 2025
Philharmonia Show
Live performance at Humo Arena featuring popular Uzbek stars.
- Date: 25 December 2025
- Tickets: 50,000–300,000 soums on iTicket
Friendship of Nations Palace – Swan Lake
Classical ballet by Tchaikovsky.
- Date: 27 December 2025
- Tickets: 40,000–700,000 soums
Friendship of Nations Palace – The Nutcracker
Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet.
- Date: 28 December 2025
- Tickets: 30,000–400,000 soums
State Academic Theater named after Alisher Navoi – The Nutcracker
Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet.
- Date: 23-31 December 2025
- Tickets: 165,000–440,000 soums on iTicket
Palace of Trade Unions – The Nutcracker: New Adventures
Family-friendly performance of The Nutcracker.
- Tickets: 60,000–80,000 soums on iTicket
- Dates: 28–30 December 2025
There might be events that are not yet announced, so the advice is to keep track of notices on the linked websites and social media pages.
Plan Ahead for an Unforgettable Holiday
Tashkent’s winter season may lack natural snow, but it more than makes up for it with cultural events, festive parties, and easy access to mountain adventures. To get the most out of your trip:
- Book accommodation in the mountains early if you plan to ski or snowboard
- Reserve tables at popular restaurants and clubs for holiday parties
- Check Instagram and official websites for event updates and ticket availability
- Dress warmly, especially for mountain excursions, and plan indoor activities in the city for colder days
Whether you want a snowy retreat in the Chimgan mountains or a festive cultural holiday in Tashkent, Uzbekistan offers an unforgettable winter escape filled with music, art, and celebration.
If you are interested in arts, you might want to check out our guide to Tashkent mosaics.
