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XXXV INTERNATIONAL ISTANBUL EURASIA SUMMER CULTURE FESTIVAL – 2ND EDITION FESTIVALS 2027

Destination
Istanbul, Türkiye
Dates
18–22 Jul 2027
Length
5 days · 4 nights
Apply by
15 Apr 2027
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Overview

The festival

The XXXV International Istanbul Eurasia Summer Culture Festival – 2nd Edition takes place in Istanbul, Türkiye, from 18–22 July 2027.

Connecting Europe and Asia, the festival celebrates international friendship and artistic expression in one of the world’s most unique cities. Participants can combine performances with cultural discovery and sightseeing.

Program

Day by day

Sunday 18 July

Arrival in Istanbul

  1. —

    Arrival of participating groups, hotel check-in and accommodation.

  2. —

    Meeting with the festival organizers, introduction to the program and free time.

Stay & prices

Participation & prices

Booking & Payment Terms

Booking & Payment

The WOFA festival page mentions both a 10% guarantee fee and a €600 non-refundable group deposit in the accommodation conditions. Confirm how these two payment rules apply directly with the organizer before final booking.

Transport fees should be paid to the festival committee.

Plan your arrival

Travel & Logistics

Istanbul

Full destination guide

Closest airports

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) — ~40 km to the centre (about 45–60 min)

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Wizz Air, flydubai, Air Arabia

  • Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), Asian side — ~45 km

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Pegasus, AJet, Wizz Air

Train & coach arrival

• Sirkeci, Halkalı and Pendik — rail and high-speed trains to Ankara

Ferry & port connections

• Bosphorus ferries between European and Asian sides

Organised by WOFA

• Airport & port transfers: available on request — share your flight or ferry details and our team will send a quote and coordinate private group transport to your hotel. • Local group coaches: private transport can be booked on request for concerts, performance venues and day trips. • Excursions & guided tours: tailored sightseeing and activities can be arranged for your group with upfront pricing. • All additional services are optional and priced on request, based on your group size and schedule.
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Getting around

Metro, tram, buses, metrobüs, Marmaray and ferries link urban districts.

Practical notes

IST and SAW are on different sides of the city. Allow substantial transfer time and verify airport codes, terminals and interchanges.

Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

Who Can Participate

The festival welcomes children, youth and adults, including theatre troupes and cultural groups. Groups from up to 8 countries can participate.

The festival and competition are open to amateur groups and performers in the following categories:

  • Folk dance: traditional and stylized
  • Modern dance
  • Classical and neo-classical dance
  • Folk music
  • Instrumental music
  • Vocal solo, duet and trio
  • Traditional / authentic folk vocal
  • Choirs: children, female, male and mixed
  • Brass bands
  • Majorettes
  • Solo, duet, trio and group performances
  • Sports groups

Age Categories

  • Children: under 8 years
  • Youth: up to 16 years
  • Adults: from 16 years
  • Veterans: 50+ years

The organizer may allow limited age flexibility within some categories.

Competition Conditions

  • Groups may enter a maximum of 2 competition categories, plus solo or duet.
  • Performances are judged by experienced international jury members.
  • International competition rules apply.

Cultural Exchange

  • Groups should bring their national flag.
  • Cultural exchange gifts are recommended.

Health & Travel Insurance

Medical and travel insurance are the responsibility of participants.

Performance & Stage

  • Performances take place at open-air venues across different Istanbul municipalities.
  • Competition performances for folk dance, music, choir and brass band: approximately 6–8 minutes.
  • General festival performances: approximately 10–12 minutes.
  • Each group may present 1 competition performance and 1 festival performance.
  • Each group may perform on a maximum of 2 evenings.
  • Stage lighting and microphones are provided.

Excursions

Historical Istanbul Tour

The sightseeing tour may include:

  • Sultanahmet
  • Blue Mosque
  • Hagia Sophia
  • Topkapı Palace
  • Grand Bazaar
  • Public bazaars
  • Shopping centres
  • Üsküdar
  • Kadıköy
  • Maltepe

Optional Bosphorus Boat Tour

A cruise between Europe and Asia may be arranged, with music, dance activities or seminar elements depending on the group program.

More dates

Other editions of this festival

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5 days · 4 nights

Application deadline

Not announced

Price on request

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6 days · 5 nights

Application deadline

Not announced

Price on request

Location to be announced

19–23 Nov 2027

5 days · 4 nights

Application deadline

Not announced

Price on request

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