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Dirty Dancing in Concert

Dirty Dancing in Concert

Oct 17, 2026 Istanbul
Upcoming

Dirty Dancing in Concert is a live concert-screening event in Istanbul where a band and vocalists perform the film’s soundtrack in sync with a digitally restored screening of the 1987 film 'Dirty...

Concert Film +5
Akbank Jazz Festival

Akbank Jazz Festival

Sep 26 - Oct 11, 2026 Istanbul
Ongoing

The 36th Akbank Jazz Festival transforms Istanbul into a citywide musical stage from September 26 to October 11, 2026. This edition includes over 30 concerts and cultural gatherings, presenting a blend of...

Music festival Jazz +4
Istanbul Theater Festival

Istanbul Theater Festival

Oct 22 - Dec 3, 2026 Istanbul
Upcoming

The 30th Istanbul Theater Festival brings together 17 diverse productions from Türkiye and around the world, utilizing 13 different venues across the city. The program includes theater, contemporary dance, and performance art,...

Theater Contemporary Dance +5
Luka Sulic "Life Tour"

Luka Sulic "Life Tour"

Nov 26-27, 2026 İstanbul
Upcoming

World-renowned cellist Luka Sulic, known from 2Cellos, will perform two "Life Tour" concerts at Zorlu PSM in Istanbul on November 26 and 27, 2026. An additional performance on November 26 was scheduled...

Classical Music Concert +4
Ragheb Alama Concert in Istanbul

Ragheb Alama Concert in Istanbul

Nov 15, 2026 Istanbul
Upcoming

Lebanese singer and composer Ragheb Alama will make his concert debut in Türkiye with a performance at Istanbul’s Ataturk Cultural Center on November 15, 2026. The event features a selection of Arab...

Concert Arab Pop +4