Istanbul International Biennale
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📍 Museum of Modern Art & Galata Mevlevi House
Art exhibition in the Museum of Modern Art and Galata Mevlevi House, featuring Turkish and international artists. Free entry on Sundays.
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Istanbul International Biennale
📅 July 11 2026
📍 Museum of Modern Art & Galata Mevlevi House
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April 2026 🟢 HAPPENING NOW
Spice Bazaar Night Market
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📍 Spice Bazaar
After-hours market in the historic Spice Bazaar offering late-night shopping for saffron, tea, and Turkish delight. Entry starts at €8.
Istanbul Beer Festival
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📍 Beşiktaş Park
Craft beer festival in Beşiktaş Park with 50+ local and international breweries. Tickets are €22 for unlimited tasting.
January 2026
Istanbul International Film Festival
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📍 Hagia Sophia Cultural Center
Screening of European and Turkish films at the Hagia Sophia Cultural Center, featuring Q&A sessions with directors. Tickets start at €12, with free screenings on weekends in public parks.
Istanbul Tulip Festival
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📍 Gülhane Park and Bosphorus Promenades
12 million tulips in bloom across Gülhane Park and along the Bosphorus shoreline. Free entry with free guided tours at 11 AM daily.
Istanbul Antique Bazaar
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📍 Grand Bazaar
Weekly market in the Grand Bazaar selling vintage Turkish ceramics, jewelry, and carpets. Haggling is expected; entry is free.
February 2026
Istanbul Jazz Festival
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📍 Cihangir Cultural Center & Rooftops
Three-week festival at Cihangir Cultural Center and rooftop venues, featuring local and international jazz artists. Tickets start at €18 for daytime sets.
Istanbul International Fair
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📍 Istanbul Fair and Congress Center
One of Turkey’s largest trade fairs in the Istanbul Fair and Congress Center, showcasing technology, fashion, and food. Free to attend, with paid workshops.
Kadiköy Organic Market
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📍 Kadiköy
Farmers’ market in Kadiköy selling organic produce, cheeses, and handmade crafts. Open every Saturday, free entry.
March 2026
Istanbul Pride Parade
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📍 Taksim Square to Istiqlal Street
Annual LGBTQ+ parade starting at Taksim Square and ending at Istiqlal Street. Free to attend, with safety and health services on site.
Istanbul Music Biennale
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📍 Istanbul Modern
Contemporary music festival in the Istanbul Modern museum, featuring electronic, classical, and experimental acts. Tickets start at €15.
Bosphorus Regatta
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📍 Bosphorus Strait
Sailing competition on the Bosphorus Strait with races for yachts and dinghies. Spectators can watch from Galata Bridge or ferry rides for €10.
May 2026
Istanbul Street Food Festival
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📍 Sultanahmet
Street vendors in Sultanahmet serving kebabs, meze, and desserts. Free to visit with food vendors ranging from €3 to €10 per plate.
Istanbul Summer Jazz Nights
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📍 Dolmabahçe Palace Gardens
Outdoor jazz performances at Dolmabahçe Palace gardens, with sunset views over the Bosphorus. Tickets start at €10.
Istanbul Street Art Walk
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📍 Karaköy & Galata
Free guided tour of Karaköy and Galata’s street art with local artists. Tours start at 10 AM and last two hours.
June 2026
Istanbul International Book Fair
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📍 Istanbul Fair and Congress Center
Held at the Istanbul Fair and Congress Center, featuring Turkish and international authors. Free entry with free book readings and signings.
Istanbul International Karate Championship
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📍 Sinan Erdem Dome
Tournament at the Sinan Erdem Dome with competitors from 30+ countries. Tickets start at €12.
Istanbul Street Art Festival
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📍 Karaköy & Galata
Murals and graffiti created in Karaköy and Galata by local and international artists. Free to view, with guided tours at €10.
July 2026
Istanbul International Film Festival (Summer Edition)
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📍 Pera Museum & Cihangir
Summer edition of the film festival at the Pera Museum and Cihangir venues. Tickets start at €10 for open-air screenings.
Istanbul International Art Fair
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📍 Istanbul Modern
Art galleries from across Turkey and Europe showcase contemporary works at the Istanbul Modern. Entry is free.
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