Bishkek Summer Culture: Ala-Too Square is kicking off free weekend musical evenings, with Friday (June 26) performances by the “Semetey” song-and-dance ensemble and the “Akak” komuz group, and Saturday (June 27) featuring folklore ensembles “Door” and “Kyrgyz Ruh.” Women in Business: Event producer Darika Ibraimova talks about building a career in Kyrgyzstan’s creative industry, why work should bring joy, and how female entrepreneurship is reshaping the market. Education & Admissions: Kyrgyzstan’s higher-education admission starts July 13 via Abiturient Online, based on Nationwide Testing—with arts, physical education and sports handled as exceptions; colleges after grade 11 will also use Nationwide Testing from 2026. Sports Infrastructure & City Life: “Bishkek Arena” is set to become the country’s biggest stadium, designed with a yurt-like look; meanwhile Muromskaya Street renovations are freeing 4,000+ sq. m of municipal land for VI World Nomad Games prep. Eco-Event for Families: Kyrgyzstan will host Snow Leopard EcoFest Chon-Kemin 2026 on July 11, with eco-education zones, youth contests, archery, kurosh, and snow-leopard themed art. Korean Culture Spotlight: A speaking contest highlights growing Korean cultural influence. Film & Media: The CIS Film Forum Central Asia+ opened in Almaty with screenings and business sessions for regional film industries.