Istanbul Festival features Tiësto and diverse musical lineup

The Istanbul Festival continues its fifth year with a diverse lineup of international and domestic performers. On August 8, Dutch DJ and producer Tiësto performed at Festival Park Yenikapı, featuring hits such as 'The Business' and 'Red Lights' alongside high-energy stage effects and lighting.

Recent performances also included alternative group Dolu Kadehi Ters Tut and the Turkish rock band mor ve ötesi. The festival schedule features upcoming performances by Semicenk, Yıldız Tilbe, Edis, and Gülşen in early August, followed by rock groups Dedublüman and Duman on August 13.

The international segment of the festival highlights K-pop stars including KWON EUNBI, ATEEZ, SUNMI, and MONSTA X between August 14 and 15. The event is scheduled to conclude on August 16 with performances by Hadise and Argy. The festival site includes a large-scale technical stage inspired by Mimar Sinan's architecture and features additional activities such as 3x3 basketball tournaments.