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Pavli Fair

Pavli Fair

Sep 12-13, 2026 Pehlivanköy
Recently ended

The historic Pavli Fair, identified as Türkiye's oldest fair and the only one remaining in the Thrace region, is held in Pehlivanköy, Kırklareli. The event, kicking off on September 12 and concluding...

Fair Historic +7
Anyma concert

Anyma concert

Sep 12, 2026 Istanbul
Recently ended

Anyma's scheduled electronic music performance in Istanbul, part of the 'AEDEN' Global Tour, was a highly anticipated concert that was officially banned by the local governorate. Originally set for September 12, 2026,...

Electronic Music Concert +5
FUAR38 cultural festival

FUAR38 cultural festival

Jul 31 - Sep 6, 2026 Kayseri

FUAR38 is an annual 38-day cultural festival and fair held in Kayseri, Turkey. Organized by the Kocasinan Municipality at Kadir Has Fuar Parkı, the event features a diverse program including live concerts,...

Cultural Festival Fair +5
AKM Open-Air Cinema

AKM Open-Air Cinema

Sep 4-5, 2026 İstanbul

The AKM Open-Air Cinema in İstanbul hosts outdoor film screenings on September 4-5, 2026, featuring a selection of classic and contemporary films at the Atatürk Cultural Center.

Open Air Cinema Film Screenings +3
City Sounds

City Sounds

Sep 4, 2026 İstanbul

City Sounds is a music performance series held in Istanbul, featuring a live show by the Istanbul West Side Collective (IWSC) on September 4, 2026. The event takes place at the Vestel...

Music Jazz +3
Victory Day

Victory Day

Aug 30, 2026 Republic of Türkiye

Victory Day is a national holiday in Türkiye commemorating the 1922 Battle of Dumlupınar victory during the War of Independence. Held annually on August 30, the event features high-level state ceremonies in...

National Holiday Military Parade +4