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

Destination: Istanbul, Türkiye
Dates: 26–31 Oct 2027
Length: 6 days · 5 nights
Apply by: 26 Jul 2027

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Overview

The festival

XXXVI International Istanbul Eurasia Summer Culture Festival – 2nd Edition Festivals 2027

Held in Istanbul, Türkiye, the festival welcomes cultural performers from different countries for a celebration of tradition and friendship. Stage performances and sightseeing offer participants opportunities to discover both the European and Asian sides of the city.

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Participation & prices

Booking & Payment Terms

Local Transportation Rates

For groups of 14–20 participants, confirm the rate directly with the organizer.

Confirm Before Booking

The source gives dates of 26–31 October, which normally represent 5 nights, but the accommodation offer covers only the stay listed under price inclusions. Confirm the exact stay length and whether an additional-night charge applies before final booking.

Plan your arrival

Travel & Logistics

Istanbul

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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

Folk dance groups
Modern dance groups
Ballet and classical dance groups
Folk music ensembles
Instrumental music groups
Traditional music groups
Choirs
Vocal groups
Majorettes
Brass bands
Solo, duet and trio performers

Performance & Stage

Performances last approximately 10–12 minutes.
Final performance times and locations are arranged by the organizer.
Groups should prepare suitable performance music and material.

Excursions

Possible visits and activities around Istanbul include:

Sultanahmet
Hagia Sophia
Topkapi Palace area
Grand Bazaar
Public bazaars
Shopping centres
Üsküdar
Kadıköy
Maltepe

An optional Bosphorus Boat Tour offers the chance to experience Istanbul from the water between Europe and Asia.

Transportation

Groups arriving by plane can request local transportation from the organizer for airport transfers, excursions and festival transfers. Groups arriving with their own bus use their own vehicle during the program.

More dates

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