Turkey is home to many festivals. The majority of these festivals are held in the spring and summer months, and the majority of them are hosted by big cities and resorts. However, in many other cities, different festivals are organized at various times of the year.
Istanbul Film Festival
The Istanbul Film Festival, organized annually by İKSV (Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts), takes place in various movie theaters in the city. In this festival, which has been in existence since 1982, many films meet the audience. In addition to films, various meetings and exhibitions are also organized.
Istanbul Jazz Festival
Organized since 1994, the Istanbul Jazz Festival takes place in various places of the city. This festival has also been organized by İKSV and has hosted important musicians such as Natalie Cole, Marcus Miller and Tony Bennett. In addition to jazz music, the Istanbul Jazz Festival also hosts a variety of musical genres, including blues, pop and rock.
Istanbul Shopping Fest
Istanbul Shopping Fest is a shopping festival. However, it expects more than the shopping to be attended by Istanbul Shopping Fest. Concerts, events and fashion shows are organized in many shopping centers and in various points of the city; In this way, people can have a pleasant time while shopping. In addition, there are discounts and campaigns in many brands during the festival.
Cappadox Festival
The Cappadox festival, which combines music, contemporary art, gastronomy, outdoor activities and workshops, is held in Cappadocia in June.
The Urgup Vintage Festival
The Urgup Vintage Festival is held every day for three days in the days when the vintage is being made. The festival, where grapes and winemaking are tried to be introduced, consists of many competitions and music shows about this subject.
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