August 11th Week Events
From concerts to exhibitions, from sports to seminars, here are the events for the week of August 11th.
“If the world were a single country, its capital would be İstanbul,” said Napoleon. Considering its unique geographical location, its history, which perhaps no other city has, and the things that make İstanbul İstanbul, we can think that he was right.
İstanbul Festival
Date: August 1–17, 2025
Location: Festival Park Yenikapı
Description: Concerts by beloved artists, breathtaking stage shows, exciting esports and 3x3 basketball tournaments, and children's entertainment areas will take place over 17 days, starting at 4:00 PM, in the heart of İstanbul at the İstanbul Festival!
Sami Yusuf – “Ecstasy: Between Two Seas” Concert
Date: August 23, 2025 (weekend)
Location: Yenikapı Event Area, İstanbul
Description: Blending traditional music with modern rhythms, Sami Yusuf will perform his new album “Ecstasy” for the first time in İstanbul during this special performance. An impressive concert that combines cultural depth with music.
Turkish Tea Brewing Art Workshop
Date: August 12, 2025
Description: A delightful event where you can experience traditional Turkish tea brewing techniques, as well as learn about the history of tea and the art of its presentation.