XI INTERNATIONAL MARMARİS CELEBRATION FESTIVAL 2026

Who Can Apply

• Participants must be 10 years or older.

• Groups must have at least 15 participants.

• A group photo must be submitted with the application.

Categories

• Folk dance groups

• Modern dance groups

• Classical dance groups

• Country dance groups

• Folk music groups

• Choir groups

• Classical music groups

• Instrumental music groups

• Brass bands

• Country music groups

• Street theater groups

• Rhythm groups

• Mime groups

• Acrobatic groups

• Majorette groups

• Flag groups

• Vocal groups

• Performances may last 10, 15 or 20 minutes.
• Music may be performed live or played using CD/USB.

Excursions & Sightseeing

• Marmaris Sun, Swim & Splash Boat Adventure: All-inclusive boat tour visiting Aquarium Bay, Paradise Island, Phosphorous Cave, Amos Beach, Turunç and Green Bay.
• Full-Day Guided Dalyan Tour: Boat trip departing from İçmeler and Marmaris with highlights of the Dalyan region.
• Atlantis Water Park – Marmaris & İçmeler: Water park with numerous slides, a private beach area and playgrounds.
• Glass-Bottom Semi-Submarine Tour: Underwater sightseeing through glass windows, with four swimming stops.
• Cleopatra Island Boat Tour: Full-day boat trip with swimming breaks, BBQ lunch, drinks and time at Cleopatra Island's white-sand beach and ruins.
• Turkish Bath Experience: Two-hour traditional Turkish bath with full-body scrub and soap massage.
• Marmaris Buggy Safari: Guided buggy adventure across rugged terrain and streams.
• Dalyan River Cruise: Boat tour featuring the rock tombs, mud baths, Iztuzu Beach, lunch and swimming.
• Marmaris Horse Safari: One-hour guided horse safari with professional instructors and safety equipment.
• Marmaris & İçmeler Go-Karting: Family-friendly go-kart racing; no driver's license required.
• Marmaris Turkish Night Show: Evening experience with a Turkish dinner, unlimited drinks, belly dancers and whirling dervishes.
• Marmaris & İçmeler Jeep Safari: Mountain safari with water fights, color and foam party, Turgut Waterfalls and İsa Beach.
• Dalyan Turtle Beach Tour: Guided boat trip along the Dalyan Canal to Delik Island and Iztuzu Beach.
• Pamukkale Day Tour: Full-day excursion to the famous white thermal terraces of Pamukkale.
• Hidden Treasures of the Marmaris Peninsula: Private tour of the villages of the Bozburun Peninsula, including pide tasting and lunch.
• White Water Rafting: Guided rafting experience on the Dalaman River.
• Marmaris Bar Street: Visit popular nightlife venues including Backstreet Marmaris, Greenhouse Dance Club, Babylon Club, Crazy Daisy, Joy Club and Club Arena.

Excursion Arrangements

Groups must have at least 10 participants for excursions. Prices and final arrangements are confirmed 30 days before the festival. Payment is made directly to the tour operator after arrival at the hotel.