The city's main cultural centers are the City House of Culture and the City Library.
This year's main events are dedicated to the 180th anniversary of Abai Kunanbayev, the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory, and the 30th anniversary of the Constitution.
KU "Kurchatov City Library, Abai Region"
The city library's total book collection as of November 1, 2025, is 37,866, of which 10,400 are in the state language. As of September 1, 2025, the library had 11,994 visitors and 27,784 book loans. Every year, the library hosts over 97 cultural events for its readers, catering to a wide range of ages.