On February 28, the Makatayev’s soiree was held at the KBTU Scientific Library. Each time the caravan of the year moves forward, it radiates a mysterious light from the depths of the dark night, like a bright star, an indelible legacy left by Mukagali Makatayev. The main goal of the Makatayev’s soiree is to increase students' interest in poetry, to teach them to read and understand the full power of poetry, to form historical knowledge and outlook on life among the younger generation. Participants and listeners listened to the voice of Mukagali, got acquainted with his biography, listened to his songs, answered questions, actively participated. Students who read the poems well were awarded prizes.

Serikpai Batyrlan Zhanbolatovich, a student of the Faculty of Energy and Oil and Gas Industry, took the first place.

The second place was taken by students of the Faculty of Information Technologies Khamit Aigerim Muratovna and Orazumkhamet Aruzhan Ruslanovna.

The third place was taken by students of the Faculty of Information Technologies Aimaganbetov Baurzhan and Shabazova Korkem Maulenovna.

The rest of the participants received prizes.