Alanya Tourism Festival – Culture, Music and Encounters
The Alanya Tourism Festival brings together people from all over the world every year at the end of May or the beginning of June. With music, art, dance and culinary highlights, the city celebrates its cultural diversity right on the Mediterranean.
Dates (as of November 2026): The 24th International Culture, Arts and Tourism Festival took place from 22 to 24 May 2026 under the theme "Caravan". We will add the 2027 dates here as soon as the city of Alanya announces them.
Alanya delights visitors with its mild climate, breathtaking natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and cosmopolitan, hospitable atmosphere – not just during festival season. It's no wonder the city is so popular with tourists and international residents. Besides that Alanya offers numerous events throughout the year, through which culture and leisure can be perfectly combined.
Highlights at the Alanya Tourism Festival
The festival is organized by the city administration and offers a diverse program – each year with a new theme. The participation of artists and partner cities from all over the world is particularly noteworthy. For this reason It is considered one of the most popular events on the Turkish Riviera.
What you can expect:
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Live music and dance performances on several stages
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Handicrafts and traditional products
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International delicacies and food stalls
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Children's programs and activities for the whole family
Not only locals, but also tourists participate with enthusiasm, because the festival conveys a real local atmosphere.
Why you should visit Alanya in May
Alanya offers perfect conditions for a cultural holiday with holiday flair:
Fine sandy beaches, green hills, a lively city center, and a climate that reaches bathing temperatures as early as May. The festival gives the city a special energy, that cannot be explained, but can only be experienced.
Although While there are many coastal cities in Turkey, Alanya offers a particularly strong combination of quality of life, accessibility and cultural depth.
More information about the festival program can be found on the official website of the city of Alanya:
👉 www.alanya.bel.tr
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If you are thinking about staying in Alanya or even investing here, the festival offers the perfect opportunity to get to know the city, its people and its atmosphere in person.
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Visit the next Alanya Tourism Festival and experience the Turkish Riviera at its best – open, international and full of joie de vivre.
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General information about the region is also available from Turkish Ministry of Tourism.
