Day 1
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Day 2
Sunday, August 2, 2026
Latest Programs Joining our Festival
Sema Group
Sema'zen
During the time of Hz. Mevlânâ, sema was performed with religious and mystical enthusiasm without adhering to specific rules.
Live Performances
Mesut Kurtiş
Singer
Macedonian/Turkish vocal extraordinaire Mesut Kurtis is one of the biggest stars of nasheed and Islamic Music.
Live Performances
Turkish American Arts Society of New York
Karagöz Everywhere
Discover Karagöz Everywhere by TAASNY, bringing traditional Turkish shadow puppet theatre to global audiences. Experience culture, laughter, and unity.
Live Performances
Live Performances
Live Turkish Musical Performance, Traditional Folk Music & Poetry, Comedy Show
LEARN MOREArt Demonstrations
Ceramics, Calligraphy, Kat'i, Illumination, Copper Smithing and much more!
LEARN MOREEducational & Inspiring Panels
Presentations, discussions, and panels with top notch speakers.
LEARN MOREWhere memories were made - and new ones await
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2025 Festival Highlights
Relive the Magic of the 2nd Annual Turkish Festival. View videos and photos from the event.
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2024 Festival Highlights
Relive the Magic of the 1st Annual Turkish Festival. Explore the highlights and relive the moments that made the 2024 festival truly special!
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In the News
Featured
5/26/25
Ertuğrul USA Hosts the 2nd Annual Turkish Festival in Chicago, Illinois
CHICAGO, IL
Ertuğrul USA Hosted the 2nd Annual Turkish Festival in Chicago featuring 200+ artisan booths, live performances, authentic cuisine, and appearances by Turkish dignitaries.
Press Release
6/18/26
Turkish Festival Committee President Halil Demir Visits America’s Largest Doner Factory
Turkish Festival President Halil Demir visits Egea Food, a Miami-based Turkish food company, to honor their role in promoting Turkish cuisine and culture.
Press Clippings
5/26/25
“Turkish Festival” wraps up in Chicago, USA
Featured on iletisim.gov
Organised for the second time at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Chicago, the event was held with Anadolu Agency (AA) serving as its global communication partner.
Press Clippings
