The Uzbekistan Art and Culture Development Foundation invites you to discover world-class performances, exhibitions, and gatherings across Samarkand’s vibrant cultural scene — before, during, and after UNESCO’s General Conference 2025.

Tuesday, Nov 4
13:30 - 15:00 Congress centre, Room IV
Advancing Gender Equality through Multilateral Cooperation

Advancing Gender Equality through Multilateral Cooperation

This session focuses on strengthening international partnerships to promote gender equality. Participants will discuss best practices, challenges, and policies aimed at empowering women and fostering inclusive development across all sectors
Tuesday, Nov 4
13:30 - 15:00 Hilton Samarkand Regency Hotel
Uzbekistan’s Accession Ceremony to the Global Convention on Higher Education Qualifications

Uzbekistan’s Accession Ceremony to the Global Convention on Higher Education Qualifications

This ceremony marks Uzbekistan’s formal accession to the Global Convention on Higher Education Qualifications, reaffirming the country’s commitment to international academic standards and cooperation
Wednesday, Nov 5
13:00 - 15:00 Hilton Samarkand Regency Hotel
Advancing ECCE through Commitment and Regional Leadership

Advancing ECCE through Commitment and Regional Leadership

This side-event highlights regional efforts and partnerships advancing Early Childhood Care and Education, emphasising leadership, policy commitment, and shared progress across nations
Wednesday, Nov 5
16:00 - 17:30 Hilton Samarkand Regency hotel
Samarkand 3000-Year Heritage Conference

Samarkand 3000-Year Heritage Conference

Honouring Samarkand’s 3,000th anniversary, this conference explores the city’s pivotal role as a Silk Road hub and ancient centre of science, culture, and continuous urban development since the 2nd millennium BCE.
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Oct 26-28

14th UNESCO Youth Forum

Youth forum
The 14th UNESCO Youth Forum addresses the urgent need for climate action and its social impacts, with a particular focus on empowering young people to be agents of change. 
Oct 26

Ship of Tolerance

17:00 - 19:00
Concerts
17:00 - 19:00
Dedicated to the "Ship of Tolerance," this concert showcases a unique, large-scale art project arriving in Uzbekistan as its 17th destination, engaging local children and communities in constructing a ship adorned with their visions of peace and cultural harmony. 
Oct 29

The 12th UNESCO Interregional Meeting

09:30 - 19:00
Conferences
09:30 - 19:00
The 12th Interregional Meeting of National Commissions for UNESCO will explore key themes including empowering youth, connecting cultures in the digital age, building strategic partnerships, and sharing best practices for creating inclusive societies.
Oct 29

Concert Programme by Vladimir Spivakov and Jonas Kaufmann

19:00 - 21:00
Concerts
19:00 - 21:00
Enjoy the music of two internationally acclaimed maestros