The Republican Book Festival «Kitap Time – 2026» Was Held at the National Library of the Republic of Kazakhstan

On September 11, 2026, the National Library of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted one of the significant events in the country’s spiritual and cultural life – the Republican Book Festival «Kitap Time – 2026».

This year, the «Kitap Time» festival was held for the fifth time. In order to expand the scale of the festival and unite all regions of the country within a single cultural initiative, an initiative was launched to hold the event simultaneously and in a unified format on September 11 in all republican and regional libraries across the country.

The main objectives of the festival are to increase reading activity, stimulate interest in reading, promote reading culture, and strengthen the spiritual and educational role of libraries in society.

As part of the event, the National Library of the Republic of Kazakhstan organized a series of educational and cultural programs for readers and book enthusiasts.

In particular, a book exhibition entitled «Publications Published in 2025–2026 under the State Commission» was presented. In addition, visitors were introduced to the exhibition of miniature and rare books «Алақандай асыл мұра» («Precious Heritage in the Palm of Your Hand»), which highlighted the value and historical significance of the national book heritage.

The festival program also included a professional meeting entitled «Republican and Regional Press: The Current State and Potential of Newspapers», where participants discussed current trends and prospects for the development of the periodical press.

The interactive literary journey «Әдебиетпен әлемді арала» («Travel the World through Literature»), aimed at increasing interest in reading, gave participants an opportunity to explore the world of various literary works.

An «Автордан – оқырманға» («From the Author to the Reader») autograph session and a meeting in the «Book Blogger» format were also held. These events provided an opportunity for meaningful exchange between authors, readers, and bloggers promoting contemporary book culture.

The festival program also featured a screening of the dramatic film «Wonder», based on the novel by R. J. Palacio. The film screening promoted important human values such as kindness, compassion, friendship, and mutual understanding in society.

The «Kitap Time – 2026» festival became an important cultural initiative aimed at enhancing the spiritual and educational significance of books in society, strengthening the connection between readers and books, and fostering a sustainable reading culture among young people.

Deputy Dean for Social and Educational Affairs  Zh.M. Bassygarayev.