# Pavli Panayırı cultural fair in Pehlivanköy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/pavli-panayr-cultural-fair-in-pehlivanky
> Updated: 2026-09-13T16:09:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The 116th Pavli Panayırı, a historic livestock and commodity fair in the Pehlivanköy district of Kırklareli, commenced with an opening ceremony featuring military bands and folk dance groups. The event, which dates back to the Ottoman era, is characterized by the tradition of visitors sleeping in tractor trailers.

By the conclusion of the four-day event, an estimated 400,000 visitors attended, marking an increase in attendance compared to the previous year. The high volume of people caused significant traffic congestion on local roads during the final day.

## Claims

- Pehlivanköy Mayor Gündüz Hoşgör estimated that over 400,000 guests attended the fair this year. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Pavli Fair is in its 116th year of operation. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The fair's origins trace back to a decree by Sultan Abdulhamid II. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The event lasted for four days. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Pehlivanköy has a population of approximately 1,700 people. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-13: Pehlivanköy hosts 400,000 visitors for 116th Pavli Fair

The 116th Pavli Fair in Pehlivanköy, Kırklareli, attracted over 400,000 visitors to the small district during its four-day event.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pehlivanky-hosts-400000-visitors-for-116th-pavli-fair

### 2026-09-10: Pehlivanköy hosts 116th Pavli Panayırı cultural fair

The 116th Pavli Panayırı, a historic fair dating back to 1910, has opened in Pehlivanköy, Kırklareli, featuring traditional festivities and unique overnight stays in tractor trailers.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pehlivanky-hosts-116th-pavli-panayr-cultural-fair

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