From 4 June to 8 July 2026, the 39th edition combined classical music, jazz, film music and stage work in concert halls and historic sites around Izmir.
The 2026 edition
The festival links the acoustics of the Ahmed Adnan Saygun Arts Center with heritage sites such as the Agora, the Library of Celsus and Çeşme Castle. This movement gives the programme a strong Mediterranean dimension.
Why this festival matters
From 4 June to 8 July 2026, the 39th edition combined classical music, jazz, film music and stage work in concert halls and historic sites around Izmir. The festival links the acoustics of the Ahmed Adnan Saygun Arts Center with heritage sites such as the Agora, the Library of Celsus and Çeşme Castle. This movement gives the programme a strong Mediterranean dimension.
Practical reference
- 4 June–8 July 2026 — 39th edition completed
- Izmir and nearby historic sites, Türkiye
- Music and performing arts