All Festivals of Northern Cyprus

In Northern Cyprus, festivals take place throughout the year, but dates often change. Below is a list of the main festivals and links to materials about them, while current dates and event schedules are more conveniently checked in the Events section and on municipality websites.

• Festivals in Northern Cyprus
• Frequently Asked Questions about Holidays
• Event Calendar in Northern Cyprus

Northern Cyprus is a territory where festivals occur quite frequently, especially during the harvest seasons of various crops.

Festivals in Northern Cyprus

Here are the main festivals in Northern Cyprus. They do not always take place on the same dates, so it is best to check municipality websites or look for current announcements in the Events section. It is also worth reading about public holidays in Northern Cyprus.

• Bellapais Music Festival
• Güzelyurt Orange Festival
• Lavender Harvest Festival
• Mehmetçik Grape Festival
• Girne Fest
• Serdarlı Babutsa Culture and Art Festival
• Folk Dance and Peace Festival
• Caretta Caretta Festival
• Alagadi Fest
• Molasses Festival in Ozanköy
• Watermelon Culture and Art Festival
• Olive Festival
• Gönyeli-Alayköy Youth Festival
• "Culture Fusion" Festival
• Wild Orchid Festival
• Nowruz
• Tepebaşı Tulip Festival
• Theater Festival
• Wild Asparagus Festival
• Kite Festival
• Tourism Festival in Kyrenia
• Cyprus Silk Cocoon Festival
• Bafra International Music Festival
• Anchovy (Hamsi) Festival
• Hellim Festival in Geçitkale
• Carob Festival in Tatlısu
• Walnut Festival in Lefke
• Traditional Cuisine Festival in Bafra

Frequently Asked Questions about Holidays

When are the days off in Northern Cyprus?

Residents of Northern Cyprus have holidays for many reasons—from New Year's Day to Eid al-Fitr. The list of official holidays is collected here: public and religious holidays in Northern Cyprus.

Is May 1st celebrated in Northern Cyprus?

Yes, Labor Day is celebrated in Northern Cyprus and is considered an official public holiday. In Turkish, it is called İşçi Bayramı. Read more: Labor Day in Northern Cyprus.

Where can I see the current dates for festivals and events?

Since festival dates can shift, it is most convenient to check for updates in the Event Calendar in Northern Cyprus and on municipality websites.

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