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X International Festival ATAŞEHİR FEST 2026

Date:
6–10 Dec 2026 · 5 days / 4 nights
Location:
Istanbul, Türkiye
Categories:
All Performance
Director:
M.R. & WOFA
Application deadline:
1 Nov 2026
Status:
Waitlist active
Price:€190

About the festival

The X International Festival ATAŞEHİR FEST 2026 takes place in Istanbul, Türkiye, from 06 to 10 December 2026.

Istanbul connects Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait and is surrounded by the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara. Its rich history, famous landmarks, shopping areas and vibrant atmosphere offer participants a memorable cultural and tourist experience.

The festival is organized by Boğaziçi Folklor Birliği Gençlik & Spor Kulübü – Bosphorus Folklore Union Youth & Sport Club & WOFA (WORLD FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION), with experience organizing festivals for children and young people. Participants are invited to experience the unique atmosphere of Istanbul and the Bosphorus.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

Who Can Participate

Folklore ensembles, singing groups, choirs, majorettes, modern dance groups and other performing groups are welcome. Participants must be 8 years old or older.

Photos of the participating group must be submitted with the application.

Health Insurance

All participating groups must arrange medical insurance before arriving at the festival. The organizing committee is not responsible for medical or hospital expenses incurred during the festival. In emergencies, assistance with ambulance services will be provided.

Performance and stage requirements

  • Groups may present performances of approximately 5, 10 or 15 minutes.
  • Performances may use live or recorded music.

Accommodation & prices

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Booking and payment terms

  • For groups of more than 30 participants, 1 leader or driver is free of charge.
  • For groups of 45 participants or more, 2 leaders or drivers are free of charge.
  • Hotel reservations are confirmed after payment of a 20% group guarantee deposit from the total amount.

Festival programme

  1. Day 1

    Sunday 6 December

    Day 1 — Arrival

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      Arrival in Istanbul in the afternoon. Free time, dinner and meeting with group leaders.

  2. Day 2

    Monday 7 December

    Breakfast. Visit to the historical Byzantine district including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace and Grand Bazaar. Free time, dinner and festival performance at a municipal open-air venue.

  3. Day 3

    Tuesday 8 December

    Breakfast. Shopping centre visit and optional free time by the Marmara Sea. Festival performance at a municipal stage. Cultural exchange activities where groups may present traditional dances from their countries and learn traditional Turkish rhythms and dances.

  4. Day 4

    Wednesday 9 December

    Optional Bosphorus boat tour or shopping. Festival performance at a municipal open-air stage.

  5. Day 5

    Thursday 10 December

    Departure from Istanbul.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

During the festival, groups will have opportunities to discover Istanbul. Planned or optional activities may include:

  • The Byzantine and historical area of Istanbul.
  • Blue Mosque.
  • Hagia Sophia.
  • Topkapı Palace.
  • Grand Bazaar.
  • Shopping centres.
  • Free time by the Marmara Sea.
  • Cultural dance and rhythm workshops.

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Apply for this festival

X International Festival ATAŞEHİR FEST 2026

6–10 Dec 2026 · Istanbul, Türkiye · Apply by 1 Nov 2026

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From €190 / person

6–10 Dec 2026