Events

Kalmyk holidays and community gatherings. Add your own event, and comment on ones you plan to attend.

Sunday, September 13, 2026

State National Theater of Udmurtia – Bolshie Gastroli Performances

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When: Sunday, September 13, 2026

Where: Basangov Theater, Elista, Republic of Kalmykia

Final day of the three-day Bolshie Gastroli residency by the State National Theater of Udmurtia at the Basangov Theater in Elista (September 11–13, 2026). The program includes the comedy "Devitsy-krasavitsy" on September...

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Posted on September 10, 2026

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

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Elista City Day / Dzhangariada Festival

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When: Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Where: Elista, Kalmykia

Secular celebration of the capital with concerts, epic poetry recitals (from the Dzhangar epic), and international gatherings like "Kalmykia Invites Friends."

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Posted on September 10, 2026

Saturday, September 19, 2026

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Elista City Day and City of Friendship Festival of National Cultures

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When: Saturday, September 19, 2026

Where: Elista, Republic of Kalmykia (main squares and city venues)

Elista City Day is observed on the third Saturday of September. In 2026 this falls on September 19 and is traditionally paired with the City of Friendship festival of national cultures, featuring parades, concerts, fairs...

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Posted on September 10, 2026

Thursday, October 1, 2026

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Anniversary Concert of the Kalmyk State Philharmonic

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When: Thursday, October 1, 2026

Where: Kalmyk State Philharmonic named after A. Mandzhiev, Elista

On Thursday evening, 1 October 2026, the Kalmyk State Philharmonic named after A. Mandzhiev holds its anniversary concert in Elista. Confirm start time and program with the philharmonic box office closer to the date.

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Posted on September 10, 2026

Sunday, November 1, 2026

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Buddha's Descent from Tushita Heaven

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When: Sunday, November 1, 2026

Where: Kalmyk temples

Parallels Lhabab Duchen; focuses on teachings to devas, with temple rituals for guidance and compassion.

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Posted on September 10, 2026

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Lhabab Duchen (Buddha's Descent from Tushita Heaven)

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When: Sunday, November 1, 2026

Where: Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni, Elista

Lhabab Duchen commemorates Shakyamuni Buddha's descent from Tushita Heaven to earth. In Kalmykia this day is observed with temple prayers and offerings. The 2026 date is listed as 1 November on the Kalmyk holiday calenda...

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Posted on September 10, 2026

Tuesday, December 1, 2026

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Gaden Ngamcho / Zul Preparations

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When: Tuesday, December 1, 2026

Where: Kalmyk homes and temples

Prepares for the 2154 Wood Horse Year; butter lamps and reflections on dharma.

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Posted on September 10, 2026

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Life-Extending Rituals before Zul

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When: Tuesday, December 1, 2026

Where: Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni, Elista

Annual life-extending rituals (Nasn utdullhgn) at the Central Khurul in Elista are listed for 1-13 December 2026, ahead of Zul. These pujas are traditionally held before the Kalmyk winter new year. Check khurul.ru or the...

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Posted on September 10, 2026

Thursday, December 3, 2026

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Zul – Kalmyk Festival of a Thousand Butter Lamps (National Holiday)

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When: Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Where: Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni (Central Khurul), Elista, Republic of Kalmykia

Zul, the Kalmyk festival of a thousand butter lamps and traditional new-year / birthday-of-the-people observance, falls on December 3, 2026 according to the lunar calendar used at the Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni. I...

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Posted on September 10, 2026