Turkey hosts series of regional science and technology festivals

Multiple science and technology festivals are being held across various regions in Turkey under the TÜBİTAK 4007 Science Festivals Support Program.

In Trabzon, BilimFest Trabzon is taking place at the Pazarkapı Living Area. Coordinated by the Trabzon Metropolitan Municipality Özdemir Bayraktar Science Center, the event features 102 outdoor workshops, robot shows, and technology exhibitions. Major institutions including TUSAŞ, HAVELSAN, and ROKETSAN are participating, showcasing advanced technologies such as the HÜRJET jet trainer and the BAHA unmanned aerial vehicle.

In Kahramanmaraş, the second Sustainable Science Festival (SÜRBİLFEST) is being organized with the support of the Kahramanmaraş Metropolitan Municipality. Held at the KAFUM Fair Center and Piazza AVM, the festival focuses on sustainability, clean energy, and resource efficiency, aiming to foster scientific awareness in the region following the February 6 earthquakes.

Other regional events include the Kabataş Science Festival in Ordu, featuring 30 workshops focused on robotics and rocket design, and BilimFest in Demirci, Manisa, which offers 26 thematic workshops including space simulations and VR experiences.