Events in Bodrum during 2012

While traveling in Bodrum, visitors have the opportunity to accumulate knowledge on the city of Bodrum and immerse themselves in the most popular events in Bodrum.

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February

Kurban Bayrami - Eid al-Adha or "Festival of Sacrifice" – A religious four day festival in Bodrum celebrated by Muslims.

August

Aegean Festival (mid August) – This annual show takes place at the Yalikavak Marina for this annual event in Bodrum, which consists of fun activities, folklore music and dancing accompanied by food.
Bodrum International Ballet Festival (mid to late August) - The Castle of Saint Peter showcases this unique annual ballet festival in Turkey. (www.bodrumballetfestival.gov.tr)
Republic Day (29th August) - An important annual event in Turkey ses partying and celebrations unfold.

April

Traditional Mesir Festival – Manisa stages this annual festival in Bodrum, which is called 'Power Gum' and presents spices and herbs that can heal all ailments.

September

International Folk Dance Festival (mid September) - Various locations become the settings for this annual festival in Bodrum. Folk dancers, groups, soloists and others participate in this three day event.

May

Bodrum Bicycle Festival – This energetic event in Bodrum commences on Neyzen Tevfik Street and finishes at the Quay Centre. Throughout the day are fun activities and dance shows accompanied by music.
Diving Festival (mid May) – Bodrum Underwater Society organises this annual festival in Bodrum which showcases different presentations and exhibitions of historic diving equipment.

October

Bodrum Cup Wooden Yacht Regatta (every third week in October) – The annual yacht regatta festival in Bodrum unfolds as traditional wooden boats arrive from all over the world. (www.bodrumcup.com)
Seker Bayram – This annual event in Bodrum is also called the ‘Candy Festival’ as there is a lot of feasting and eating candy due to the end of Ramadan.

June

International Bodrum Film Festival (early June) - This annual film festival in Bodrum is presented at Bodrum Castle and features film screenings and concerts.

December

Bodrum Jazz Days (early to late December) - Enthusiastic young acts together with acclaimed jazz artists display their talents at this annual event in Bodrum staged at the Hadigai Nightclub.

July

Gumusluk International Classical Music Festival (July - September) – The village of Eklisia in Gümüslük plays host to this annual music festival in Bodrum. Accompanying concerts also take place at the Bodrum Amphitheatre. (www.gumuslukfestival.org)