# Samsun regional promotion initiatives

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/samsun-regional-promotion-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-10-11T10:53:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The Samsun Civil Society Organizations Confederation (SAMKON) has announced the 12th Traditional Samsun Promotion Days, which are scheduled to take place in Istanbul from November 5 to 8, 2026.

SAMKON President Hasan Kaya Aşcı stated that the event aims to showcase the historical, cultural, and natural beauty of Samsun’s 17 districts, including its local flavors, tourism potential, and economic value. The initiative seeks to strengthen connections between Samsun residents living in Istanbul and their hometown while introducing the city’s values to a wider audience.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: Samsun Promotion Days to be held in Istanbul

SAMKON will host the 12th Traditional Samsun Promotion Days in Istanbul from November 5-8, 2026, to showcase the culture, history, and economic potential of Samsun's 17 districts.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/samsun-promotion-days-to-be-held-in-istanbul

### 2026-10-04: Samsun to host Ottoman Turkish readings of Safahat

Samsun Metropolitan Municipality and İlim Yayma Cemiyeti will host Ottoman Turkish readings of Mehmet Âkif Ersoy’s Safahat, led by Adnan İpekdal, at the historic Sadi Tekkesi starting October 6.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/samsun-to-host-ottoman-turkish-readings-of-safahat

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