5th Istanbul Festival

Name: 5th Istanbul Festival
Start: 2026-08-02
End: 2026-08-16
Location: İstanbul

The 5th Istanbul Festival is a large-scale, multi-day music and cultural festival held annually in İstanbul, Türkiye. Taking place at Festival Park Yenikapı, it features a diverse program of international and local artists, K-pop performances, DJ sets, sports activities, dance shows, talks, and a wide array of food and entertainment options.

Date: Aug 2-16, 2026
Location: İstanbul

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Event summary

Highlights

Performances by Grammy-winning DJ Tiesto
First-ever K-pop artists including Kwon Eun-bi, ATEEZ, Sunmi, and Monsta X
Features "Korean Days" segment
3x3 basketball tournaments and various sports activities

The 5th Istanbul Festival is a major music and cultural event that transforms Istanbul's Festival Park Yenikapı into a vibrant hub of entertainment. Running from August 1 to August 16, it is recognized as Türkiye's largest music festival, bringing together an extensive lineup of international stars, including Grammy-winning DJ Tiesto, and prominent Turkish musicians.

Historically significant for its inclusion of K-pop, the festival hosted its first-ever K-pop artists, such as Kwon Eun-bi, ATEEZ, Sunmi, and Monsta X, as part of a special "Korean Days" segment. This segment was organized in cooperation with the Korean Cultural Center to commemorate Korea's National Liberation Day. Beyond the main music stages, which feature impressive production with massive LED screens and sound systems, the festival offers diverse activities including 3x3 basketball tournaments, other sports competitions, dance shows, and intellectual talks. It provides a comprehensive experience for all attendees with brand experience areas, dedicated entertainment zones for children, and a wide selection of food and beverage options.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Festival Park Yenikapı; sports.khan.co.kr
Area for browsing nearby events: İstanbul

Before attending

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