14th Istanbul Dance Festival 2026
Schedule
Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 20 May, 2026 at 07:00 am
UTC+03:00Location
The Green Park Hotel Bostanci | Istanbul, IB
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14th Istanbul Dance Festival – Grand Edition 🗓️ 14–20 May 2026
📍 The Green Park Hotel Bostancı – Istanbul, Türkiye
Dance styles; Salsa/Bachata/Kizomba/Zouk/Tango/Swing-Lindy Hop/Afro-Dancehall/Reggaeton/Hip Hop/High Heels/Bellydance, Zumba etc.
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Dance the City. Dance the Sea. Dance the Moment.
Celebrating 14 years of passion, rhythm and global connection,
Istanbul Dance Festival brings thousands of social dancers
from over 100 countries together
for a unique dance holiday experience.
All main events take place at The Green Park Hotel Bostancı
a 5-star venue located on the vibrant Asian side of Istanbul, just 1.6 miles from the chic Bağdat Caddesi (Baghdad Street), famous for unique view of the islands, as well as striking and colorful night life and Bostancı. Designed to combine comfort and functionality, the hotel offers modern guest rooms, spacious ballrooms, professional event infrastructure, and full-service hospitality — creating the perfect environment for six days of workshops, performances, socials, and unforgettable gala nights.
Participants will enjoy:
Accommodation and festival activities under one roof
Large ballroom spaces for daytime workshops and night parties
Restaurant, lounge, spa, Turkish bath, sauna, fitness center & pool
Easy access to transportation and central city locations
Everything you need. One location. 40 minutes from Istanbul Airport, 20 minutes from Sabiha Gökçen Airport
20-25 minutes from Taksim Square and the Old City (Hagia Sophia, Sultanahmet, Grand Bazaar, etc.) Surrounded by major highways and transport routes, making access fast and easy for both local and international visitors.
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✨ What makes it special:
🟢Perfect May Weather
🟢Salsa-Bachata-Kizomba Live Concerts, Shows, Competitions and Day & Night Parties on 5 different Dance Floors (Salsa LA/NY, Salsa Cuban/Reggaeton, Bachata, Kizomba, Zouk, Urban/Afro)
🟢250+ Workshops in multiple dance styles and levels (Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, Tango, Zouk, Afro, Reggaeton, Hip Hop, High Heels, Dancehall, Zumba, Samba, Flamenco, Belly Dance, Bollywood, Syrtaki and many more) taught by 300 international instructors
🟢 Bosphorus Welcome Dance Cruise
🗓️ Thursday, May 14
Dance and sail between Europe and Asia, enjoying sunshine, iconic landmarks, social dancing and international networking
🟢 Half-Day Old City Tour
🗓️ Friday, May 15
Discover Istanbul’s most famous historical sites including Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar
🟢 Island Beach Parties & Workshops on the Princess’ Islands
🗓️ May 18–19 (Monday–Tuesday)
A unique beach dance experience surrounded by nature, sea and island atmosphere
🟢 Open-Air Dance Parties
Social dancing in open-air locations within Istanbul’s historic city atmosphere where dance meets culture, history and the city itself
Optional Experience
🟢 2-Day Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul
An unforgettable journey to fairy chimneys, underground cities and panoramic valleys.
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Where is it happening?
The Green Park Hotel Bostanci, Esarj, Ertaç Sokak 16, 34752, İçerenköy, Ataşehir/İstanbul, Türkiye, Istanbul, TurkeyEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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