Istanbul Events Guide for 2023

90’S Turkish Pop Night January 28 – February 25

As we begin to Istanbul Event guide 2023, we should mention this dance event series. You will dance wildly to 90s Turkish pop music on these evenings where you will be able to watch DJ performances and magnificent dance shows accompanied by percussion.

Istanbul Toy Fair 2023

The Istanbul Toy Fair will be held at the TÜYAP Fair Convention and Congress Center from the 28th of February to the 3rd of March 2023. This event is being planned by TÜYAP Fairs and Fair Services Inc. The event is targeted at toy merchants and wholesalers, and its scope includes not only traditional toys but also electronic toys, model toys, costumes, and other related items.
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Maiden’s Tower will be opened to visitors in March 2023

The Maiden’s Tower, one of Istanbul’s most significant landmarks with a 2,500-year history, will reportedly open by the end of March 2023.

Istanbul Fashion Week 2023

In 2009, the concept of establishing a fashion week in Istanbul was originally conceived, and ever since then, Fashion Week Istanbul has been actively supporting and promoting Turkish fashion and designers on a worldwide scale. And with the sponsors’ and well-known designers’ participation, it is among the important events in Istanbul that take place annually. Even though the dates of Istanbul Fashion Week 2023 are not yet known, the event typically takes place around March.

Petroleum Istanbul 2023

Since 1997, the Petroleum Istanbul Exhibition and the concurrently held Gas & Power Network Exhibition have welcomed more than 40.000 people each time as one of the most industrial Istanbul events 2023. Petroleum Istanbul, one of the largest and most popular trade fairs of the energy sector linking the Middle East, North Africa, Europe, and Asia, introduces new goods, services, innovative technology, new business, and trade models to important participants of the industry.

The 16th edition of Petroleum Istanbul will be held from March 16–18, 2023 at TUYAP Fair and Congress Center and will focus on the retail petroleum industry, equipment, technology, lubricants, auto LPG, LNG, and CNG, electric vehicles, and convenience stores. A major business partnership platform will be created by the exhibition for national, regional, and worldwide energy industries.

16th Istanbul Tulip Festival 2023

The Istanbul Tulip Festival spans the whole city and is organized around a new theme each year. For both local and international visitors, the event, hosted in two major sites, signals the start of spring. Live music, art exhibits, sporting activities, and photography exhibitions give the city a new feel during the festival when tulip seedlings are sold. March 31, 2023, is the anticipated commencement date.

Istanbul Jewelry Show

Istanbul Jewelry Show is the largest exhibition in the region and was first held in 1986. Since its inception, the show has provided industry professionals from all over Europe, the Near East, Russia, North Africa, and CIS Countries with the opportunity to participate in one-of-a-kind business opportunities and knowledge exchanges. The Istanbul Jewelry Show is scheduled to take place at the Istanbul Expo Center from the 16th through the 19th of March 2023.
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Kings & Queens of Opera

On March 25, the Bilkent Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Pavel Baleff will perform at Zorlu PSM Turkcell Stage with Metropolitan Opera singer Diana Damrau and French bass Nicolas Testé as a part of Istanbul events 2023. Don’t miss this valuable show among Istanbul 2023 concerts.

Istanbul Film Festival 2023

The Istanbul Film Festival, which was initially staged as a cinema week in 1982 by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (IKSV), will take place for the 42nd time in 2023. The 42nd Istanbul Film Festival will take place from April 7 to 18 which is one of the annual events in istanbul.

Applications are now open for the Istanbul Film Festival, the beating heart of the Turkish film industry, which features interviews, exclusive screenings, and festival talks. The festival showcases the most talked-about works of international cinema as well as the newest productions from our country’s cinema, as well as award-winning movies that made their world premieres at international film festivals, as well as classics and recent discoveries.

N Kolay Istanbul Half Marathon

One of the quickest marathons in the world is the Istanbul Marathon. Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya established a new women’s half marathon record in 2021 with a time of 1:04:02.

The majority of this race’s route follows the Sea of Marmara shore on Istanbul’s European side. The start and finish lines of the Istanbul Half Marathon are situated on the shore of Golden Horn in Balat. Each year in April, a fast, largely flat IAAF Gold Label race is held. Next year, it is planned to be organized on April 30, 2023.

Sónar Istanbul will be at Zorlu PSM

Zorlu PSM is getting ready to welcome fans of electronic music back inside for the seventh iteration of Sónar Istanbul – a much-appreciated music festival among Istanbul events 2023. The highly anticipated Sónar Istanbul festival, which is a significant event in the city’s cultural calendar, will take place at Zorlu PSM on April 28 and 29, 2023. Sónar Istanbul, which is sponsored by 100% Music, will once again unite music fans with a lineup that includes live performances, DJ sets, and visual and audio installations.

Notre Dame de Paris Musical

The musical “Notre Dame De Paris,” which is based on Victor Hugo’s classic love romance The Hunchback of Notre Dame, will be performed in French. And from May 5 to May 21, 2023, there will be 21 performances at the Turkcell Stage at the Zorlu Performing Arts Center.

Heritage Istanbul 2023

Heritage Istanbul is the world’s first conservation, restoration, archaeology, museum, technology fair, and conference while being a one-of-a-kind events in Istanbul. It will be held for the seventh time from May 3rd to May 5th, 2023 at Lütfi Kırdar International Convention and Exhibition Center and its goal is to raise awareness of Turkey’s cultural heritage while also committing to the development of cutting-edge products, services, and technology for its protection.

Heritage Istanbul can achieve its goal of becoming a brand in the industry thanks to the support of some of the most important public offices in Turkey, including the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the General Directorate of Cultural Assets and Museums, the Head Office for Foundations, and the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality. The event achieves this goal by bringing together members of the culture-savvy society with highly regarded heritage specialists and experts at lively events such as conferences, heritage talks, and workshops.

International Energy and Environment Conference and Fair

On May 24-26, 2023, there will be a gathering of those involved in the energy sector for the 27th ICCI International Energy and Environment Fair and Conference, which will be organized with the support of the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources of the Republic of Turkey. Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK) is planning to host the event. Istanbul Expo Center Hall 1 will serve as a gathering place for domestic and international exhibitors during the biggest energy expo to be hosted in Turkey and the surrounding area. Productive business interactions are expected to take place during this Istanbul event.

Chill-Out Festival Istanbul 2023

Chill-Out Festival is getting set to invite all music and entertainment enthusiasts to Kemer Country & Golf Club in May 2023. The festival will begin with the slogan “Paradise on Earth” and will show the growth of electronic music in Turkey during its 17 years of existence.

Events in 2023 summer

Manowar Istanbul Concert in 2023

On June 3, 2023, the heavy metal classic Manowar will return to Küçükiftlik Park.

The renowned band Manowar, who has led heavy metal for more than 40 years, will provide a special metal experience to the tens of thousands of ‘Manowarrior’ who will fill the field.

Hollywood Vampires Joe Perry, Alice Cooper, and Johnny Depp Concert

The perfect crew On Saturday, June 10, 2023, as part of their global tour, HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES—founded by rock music icons ALICE COOPER and JOE PERRY and iconic actor JOHNNY DEPP—will perform at Life Park Istanbul. It will be one of the most memorable events in Istanbul.

Istanbul Music Festival 2023

Every June and July, Istanbul, Turkey hosts the Istanbul International Music Festival, previously known as the Istanbul Festival. It presents a variety of ballet, opera, and traditional music performances as well as performances of European classical music with involvement from well-known performers from throughout the globe.

It is also scheduled to occur for the 51st time between June 5 and June 23, 2023.

2023 UEFA Champions League Final

On June 10, 2023, the Atatürk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul will host the UEFA Champions League final for the 2022–23 season which is the most important day among June 2023 Istanbul events. The 68th season of the most prestigious club competition in Europe will be named the UEFA Champions League starting on June 21, 2022, and ending on June 10, 2023.

The league will have completed its 31st season altogether since changing its name. The facility, which was established to assist Turkey in hosting the Olympic Games in 2008, now, serves as the home for its national team of Turkey. It is situated in the Başakşehir district of the city, and it can accommodate more than 75,000 people inside.

If you are considering visiting Istanbul for the 2023 UEFA Finals, check out our Guide for CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL 2023 in Istanbul post.

16th World Intensive and Critical Care Congress (WICC)

The World Intensive and Critical Care Congresses are back after a four-year absence, and it’s time for intensive care specialists from all around the world to congregate and exchange knowledge and expertise. Hosting the 16th World Intensive and Critical Care Congress in 2023, Istanbul, spanning the continents, will hopefully aid in the objective of closing the gap. It will take place on August 26-30, 2023 at Istanbul Congress Center.