# 95th İzmir International Fair and city liberation events > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/95th-izmir-international-fair-preparations > Updated: 2026-09-11T08:30:16.000Z. Sources: 22. Developments: 5. The 95th İzmir International Fair (İEF) continues at Kültürpark, running from September 5 to September 13, 2026. The event aims to reach a milestone of 1 million visitors through a wide array of cultural, artistic, and entertainment activities. In addition to the fair’s programming, the city is preparing to celebrate the 104th anniversary of İzmir’s liberation on September 9. The official anniversary program includes a victory march through Basmane, ceremonies at the Government House, and an aerial demonstration by the Turkish Air Force’s aerobatic team, SOLOTÜRK, at Gündoğdu Square. Fair highlights include the ‘You Are the Conductor’ interactive orchestra experience and major musical performances such as Yıldız Tilbe’s concert. For families, the event has introduced dedicated children's zones featuring virtual reality dinosaur experiences, themed play areas, and various workshops. As the fair progresses, the İzmir Metropolitan Municipality has introduced ‘Belediye Sokağı’ (Municipality Street) to showcase public services. This area features health service stands from Eşrefpaşa Hospital and the Department of Health Affairs, where visitors can receive information and undergo health measurements like blood pressure and weight checks. The Department of Veterinary Services is also providing pet food gifts. The municipality is further highlighting services for women, children, and youth. At an experience area, children are demonstrating robotic coding skills by allowing visitors to play a version of Super Mario they programmed using circuits and conductive plates. Additionally, the Department of Women and Family Services is conducting surveys to assess regional needs. Other ongoing features include the ‘ROMANTİKA / Bir Ömrün Seyrüseferi’ exhibition at the Atlas Pavilion, dedicated to Nazım Hikmet, which is scheduled to run through January 15, 2027. To accommodate visitors, ESHOT has adjusted public transportation, with several bus lines extending service hours past 02:00. ## Claims - İzmir serves as a locomotive for many sectors, including agriculture and industry. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The 95th Izmir International Fair will take place from September 5 to September 13. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The 95th Izmir International Fair is hosted by the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The fair is organized by İZFAŞ. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Folkart is the main sponsor of the event. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The 95th Izmir International Fair takes place from September 5 to September 13. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The 95th Izmir International Fair will be held from September 5-13, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The ROMANTİKA exhibition will run from September 5, 2026, to January 15, 2027. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The exhibition will be located at the Atlas Pavilion. (corroborated by 3 sources) - M. Melih Güneş is the curator of the exhibition. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The exhibition covers approximately 2,125 square meters across 15 halls. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The exhibition includes archives from the Russian State Archive of Literature and Art. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: İzmir International Fair showcases municipal services at Kültürpark The 95th İzmir International Fair features a municipal showcase at Kültürpark, offering health screenings, robotic coding demonstrations, and information on social services for women and children. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/izmir-international-fair-showcases-municipal-services-at-kltrpark ### 2026-09-04: Izmir International Fair opens 95th edition at Kültürpark The 95th Izmir International Fair has opened at Kültürpark, running through September 13, 2026. ESHOT has extended bus service hours to accommodate visitors. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/izmir-international-fair-opens-95th-edition-at-kltrpark ### 2026-08-31: Turkey hosts major cultural festivals in İzmir and Eskişehir Turkey hosts major cultural events in September 2026, including the International Porsuk Festival in Eskişehir and the 95th İzmir International Fair featuring a comprehensive Nazım Hikmet exhibition. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/izmir-international-fair-to-host-nazm-hikmet-exhibition-and-youth-tech-events ### 2026-08-27: İzmir International Fair prepares for 95th annual opening The 95th Izmir International Fair will run from September 5–13, featuring technology zones, interactive shows, and a Nazım Hikmet exhibition at the Atlas Pavilion. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/izmir-international-fair-prepares-for-95th-annual-opening ### 2026-08-16: İzmir prepares Kültürpark for 95th International Fair İzmir Metropolitan Municipality is conducting extensive maintenance and renovations at Kültürpark in preparation for the 95th İzmir International Fair, held September 5-13. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/izmir-prepares-kltrpark-for-95th-international-fair --- Cite as: 95th İzmir International Fair and city liberation events. 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