# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Istanbul Open 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am
- **Event Description**: ✨ We are excited to welcome you to Istanbul Open 2026! Spend an unforgettable weekend debating in a city where continents meet, history lives, and nights never end. Be prepared for competitive rounds, inspiring exchanges, and socials you will talk about long after the tournament is over.

Key Information

? Venue: Kadir Has University
?‍⚖️ CA Team: Lucy Murphy, Petar Znidar, Velina Andonova
? TAB: Adnan Cem Kıral
⚖️ Equity: Martha Johanne Schou
? Convenors: Ahmet Nadir Akgül, Ege Sunay Songur

? Rounds: 5 rounds, break to open semifinals and novice finals 
? Team Cap: 72 teams

Registration

Team Registration: https://forms.gle/ewDg5BXyRRMPu25Y9
Institutional Adjudicator Registration: https://forms.gle/9cJRR6MggWYC8C1c8
Independent Adjudicator Application: https://forms.gle/cJAHrquuHX8AKncj7

Registration Deadline: 

Registration Fee: 50 euros per speaker, 35 euros per judge 
Judge Rule: N-1

Tournament Schedule

Saturday

09.00-09.30 Breakfast & Registration

09.30-10.00 Announcements & Briefings

10.00-12.00 Round 1

12.00-12.15 Break

12.15-14.15 Round 2

14.15-15.00 Lunch

15.00-17.00 Round 3

17.00-17.15 Break 

17.15-19.00 Round 4 (closed)

Socials

Sunday

09.00-09.30 Check-ins

09.30-10.00 Announcements

10.00-12.00 Round 5 (closed)

12.00-12.15 Break

12.15-12.30 Break Announcements

12.30-14.30 Semi and Novice Finals

14.30-15.30 Lunch

15.30-15.45 Result Announcements

15.45-17.45 Grand Finals

17.45 Closing Ceremony

Socials
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/istanbul/istanbul-open-2026/200029364475120
- **Event Categories**: parties, sports, entertainment, tournaments
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 145

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Istanbul
- **state**: IB
- **country**: Turkey
- **location**: Türkiye, Istanbul, Turkey
- **lat**: 41.00947
- **long**: 28.97753
- **full address**: Türkiye, Istanbul, Turkey

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Istanbul Open 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Istanbul Open 2026 takes place on Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am at Türkiye, Istanbul, Turkey.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Istanbul Open 2026?
  - **A:** Istanbul Open 2026 is organized by Istanbul Open Debate.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Istanbul Open 2026 is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Istanbul, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 140+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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