XIII INTERNATIONAL MARMARİS CELEBRATION FESTIVAL 2026

Date:: 22–26 Dec 2026 · 5 days / 4 nights
Location:: Marmaris, Türkiye
Categories:: All Performance
Director:: M.R. & WOFA
Application deadline:: 22 Nov 2026
Status:: Closing in 9 days

Applying is free. No payment is taken when you apply.

About the festival

X International Marmaris Celebration Festival 2026

Marmaris, Türkiye, is one of the country's most famous tourist destinations, located where the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas meet. Its beautiful landscapes, rich history and diverse cultural heritage provide the setting for the festival.

Participants can present their traditions, discover other cultures and celebrate together.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

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.

Performance and stage requirements

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

Accommodation & prices

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Booking and payment terms

Hotel reservations are made after payment of 20% of the total fee.
Other participants, including dancers, tourists and accompanying persons, pay the standard hotel fee.

Festival programme

Day 1
Tuesday 22 December
Arrival day
- 14:00–19:00
  Check-in and settling in
- 19:00
  Performance
Day 2
Wednesday 23 December
Day 2 - Festival day
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  Free time – Opportunity to walk around and explore Marmaris
- —
  Lunch and dinner
- 20:00
  Concert by individual artists and groups – festival opening night
Day 3
Thursday 24 December
- —
  Breakfast
- —
  Free time – Opportunity for a tour of Dalanya Island
- —
  Lunch and dinner
- 20:00
  Concert by individual artists and groups
Day 4
Friday 25 December
Day 4 – Gala Concert
- 07:00–09:00
  Breakfast
- —
  Free time
- —
  Lunch and dinner
- 20:00
  Gala concert, award ceremony, and presentation of all individual artists and groups
Day 5
Saturday 26 December
Day 5 - Departure day
- 07:00–09:00
  Breakfast
- 10:00
  Hotel check-out

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

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.