Tourism Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan

For centuries, Samarkand plov has been cherished for its exquisite flavours and rich traditions.

We’re proud to present Uzbekistan’s first-ever International Samarkand Plov Festival — a grand celebration of our culinary heritage!

Festival highlights:

Day 1 – Sadriddin Ayniy Street

National Plov Cooking Championship – featuring Uzbekistan’s finest chefs

Day 2 – Alisher Navoiy Street - International Plov Festival – with master chefs from around the world

Day 3 – Boqiy Shaxar Complex - The Grand Finale: Witness the live preparation of 7 TONS of traditional plov!

Daily attractions:

Cooking competitions with 200+ master chefs

Showcasing 20+ unique plov varieties

Masterclasses by plov experts

International plov cooking demonstrations

Exhibitions of traditional crafts & Eastern sweets

Cultural performances and live concerts

EXCITING PRIZES for competition winners!

August 1–3, 2025

Samarkand City, Samarkand Region, Uzbekistan

Don’t miss this unforgettable experience to:

• Discover the secrets of authentic plov

• Celebrate living culinary traditions

• Create lifelong memories in historic Samarkand!