Day 1
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Day 2
Sunday, August 2, 2026
Latest Programs Joining our Festival
Mr. Hicabi Gulgen
Marbling Artist
Discover marbling art by Mr. Hicabi Gulgen, a Turkish-Islamic art specialist from Bursa Uludağ University. Explore his creative Instagram portfolio today.
Art Demonstration
Veysel Celikdemir
Sand Artist
Discover stunning sand art and creative drawings by Veysel Celikdemir. Watch inspiring videos and explore unique artistry.
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 MOREWhere memories were made - and new ones await
View our past festival highlights.
2025 Festival Highlights
Relive the Magic of the 2nd Annual Turkish Festival. View videos and photos from the event.
View Highlights
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
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
5/25/25
Most comprehensive Turkish festival ever organized
Featured on Instagram
Most comprehensive Turkish festival ever organized in #Chicago being held and participants will have opportunity to discover products reflecting the texture of Turkish culture
Press Clippings
