Upcoming Music Events in Istanbul
| Date |
Event |
Venue |
| 20 May 2023 |
IC3PEAK. HORROR SHOW |
Dorock XL Venue, Istanbul |
| 06 Apr 2023 |
HAPPY CONCERT |
Zorlu Center PSM, Istanbul |
| 06 May 2023 |
Jeton presents Klangkuenstler |
Volkswagen Arena, Istanbul |
| 28 Oct 2023 |
EPICA - STANBUL |
KüçükÇiftlik Park, Istanbul |
| 16 Sep 2023 |
Boris Brejcha In Concert 2023 - Istanbul |
KüçükÇiftlik Park, Istanbul |
| 22 Apr 2023 |
Beatgate w Black Coffee Volkan Gndz at Kckiftlik Park |
KüçükÇiftlik Park, Istanbul |
| 20 Apr 2023 |
GAZOSMANPAA INTERNATIONAL 23rd APRIL CHILDRENS DAY FESTIVAL |
GaziosmanpaÅŸa istanbul |
| 18 Oct 2023 |
5th Istanbul Social Dance Marathon "SBK" XXXXL Edition 18-23 October 2023 |
The Green Park Pendik Hotel & Convention Center, Istanbul |
| 01 Apr 2023 |
No Basicology at Suma Han |
Suma Han, Istanbul |
| 01 Apr 2023 |
Turkey Adventure |
Taksim, Istanbul, Turkey |
The scene of music in Istanbul
Istanbul, the multicultural hub along with being the historical and cultural centre of Turkey, has some unique characteristic features that reflect its long history of different phases, the nation's culture and even the political environment of the country. Music in Istanbul has seen an outburst both in quality and quantity. Acts like music concerts, karaoke nights and gigs fill the musical atmosphere of Istanbul. Among them, Istanbul concerts draw a large number of audience and are highly influenced by western music like rock, jazz and pop. To host this, Istanbul has numerous concert halls sprung across the city. One such is the Zorlu Center PSM, a performing arts venue in Besiktas, showcases diverse artistic genres including West End musicals, Broadway, opera, dance, classical, jazz and the best artists. It is also Europe’s largest and the world’s third largest performing arts venue. Another popular concert venue in Istanbul, Salon Iksv located at the entrance and first floor of IKSV's building is specialised in hosting classical, jazz, rock, alternative and world music concerts.
Annual music festivals in Istanbul
The love for music in Istanbul can be proved by the continuous hosting of two of the most prestigious and highly acclaimed music events of the city named the Istanbul Music Festival and the Istanbul International Music Festival apart from popular Istanbul concerts. The Istanbul Music Festival, throughout its history of around 40 years has maintained the image of playing a major role in building up an appreciation for classical music in Istanbul and Turkey and invites critically acclaimed artists from all over the world. On the other hand, the Istanbul International Music Festival that held in every June offers a wide range of European classical music along with ballet, opera and traditional musical flavours and is also known for bridging cultural and religious diversions of the city.
Live music in Istanbul
If you want to hear the real nightingales, you probably shouldn’t miss the live performances of music in Istanbul. It can also be said that the live performances fall under the category of Istanbul concerts as they are organized with a high level of professionalism. You shouldn’t leave the city without watching a live jazz performance. Talking about this, the Nardis Jazz Club, which is located at the Kuledibi Sok is one of the best places to fo live music in Istanbul. The club also features a bar where you can enjoy the warm environment with professional jazz being performed at the stage. Running parallel in quality is another place called the Dorock XL Kadıköy located at Neset Omer Sokak 3C next to Migros Shopping Center, which attracts people who love to see a live band playing in front of them.
Where Can I Listen To Live Music In Istanbul?
From some of the top music venues hosting concerts and music events in Istanbul, we have all that you need.
Enjoy musical nights, karaoke events and concerts at live music venues in Istanbul:
- The Badau Ä°stanbul
- Moda Kayıkhane
- Kalamis Marina
- Bova
- Salon
- minimüzikhol
- Arter
- ÇATI Çağdaş Dans Sanatçıları Derneği
- Müzik Boğazdan Gelir
- Akbank Sanat
- SALT BeyoÄŸlu
- Champs Sports Pub
- Masquerade Club IST.
- Azúcar - Latin Bar & Food
- arkaoda
