Culture and arts guides, event recommendations and stories from the city.
The Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open-Air Theatre season is coming to a close with concerts in November, and young people aged 18-24 can attend these concerts for free thanks to the "Koltuk Senin" program.
Curated by Marcus Graf, the exhibition features 38 works by 24 contemporary artists, exploring the concepts of happiness and utopia. It can be viewed at Taksim Art until January 10, 2027.
The "Sounds from the Depths" series continues at the Şerefiye Cistern with three Baroque music concerts from November 6th to 8th; violin and cello recitals will resonate within the cistern's unique acoustics, offering a captivating experience for the audience.
What's happening in the world of culture and art this week?
The Şerefiye Cistern, operated by Kültür A.Ş., welcomes Turkish citizens with valid Turkish national ID cards from September 17, 2026, with an entrance fee of 1 TL, between the hours of 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Türk Dünyası Cultural Neighborhood is open for visits every day except Mondays, from 08:30 to 16:30.
The Kadıköy branch of İstanbul Kitapçısı is hosting an open-air cinema program on its terrace, bringing together the enjoyment of cinema with the evenings of August.
The Kadıköy branch of İstanbul Bookshop continues to welcome music lovers with its diverse interpretations of jazz in August. The "Jazz on the Terrace" concerts, held with views of the Bosphorus, offer a pleasant meeting place for those who want to enjoy music on summer evenings.
Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality's Culture Inc. opened the third edition of its "Young Encounters" exhibition, which brings together the works of young artists with art enthusiasts, at its public exhibition space, Taksim Art, on July 8th.
Ara Güler's "Little Hungary" exhibition is being held at the Hungarian Cultural Center.
BIFO is starting its new season.
A walking route with stops along the way and photo notes for two historic neighborhoods along the Golden Horn.
Beirut is coming to Turkey for a mini tour consisting of three concerts.
CRR, AKM, and Süreyya Opera: Winter season venue guide and insider tips for first-time visitors.
"Happiness Guaranteed!" Exhibition at Taksim Art.
WICKED, the show that captivates the world, will be performing this season in Istanbul and Ankara.
Independent theaters in Kadıköy and Yeldeğirmeni, a program guide, and recommendations for a night at the theater.
"A Note Beyond Time: The Cemal Reşit Rey Exhibition" at CRR.
A one-day itinerary through the Grand Bazaar, tracing its history from the bedesten to the labyrinth, including the streets named after the guilds, the caravanserai district, and the Egyptian Bazaar.
A 100-Year Journey of Industry at the Rahmi M. Koç Museum.
Sinem Demirci's "Inside Your Head" Exhibition at Pg Art Gallery.
"Dog Circus," Premiering for the First Time in Turkey.
