SunSplash Antalya
June
This laid-back, boutique music festival takes place right on the beachfront and features top club DJs from across the world.
International Antalya Sand Sculpture Festival
June-October
The world's biggest sand art event takes place at Antalya's Lara Beach annually. Artists from across the world create mammoth sand sculptures to a specific theme which are then exhibited throughout the summer months. An average 20 million people visit every year.
Antalya Festival
September
Heralding the end of the summer holiday season, this 18-day extravaganza pulls together art workshops, folk music and dancing, a range of music concerts and lots of family-friendly activities in venues across the city. International Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival October One of the most important film festivals in Turkey with the coveted Golden Orange awards for both drama and documentary films. Most screenings and events are held at the Antalya Culture Center while the glitzy closing night award ceremony takes place at the dramatic Roman amphitheatre at the nearby Aspendos ruins. International Antalya Piano Festival November-December This celebration of piano music pulls together a programme of performances from rising stars as well as recognised names, taking place at the Antalya Culture Center.