Prominent culture and art events and festivals of September
With cinema festivals, new art exhibitions, and concert programs, the September culture and art calendar offers rich content for cinema and art enthusiasts.
Important events to take place throughout September in the world of culture and art have been announced; film festivals, new exhibitions, and concert programs are preparing to meet art lovers.
Support for Young Filmmakers in Ayvalık
Organized for the fifth time by the Seyir Association in cooperation with the Ayvalık Municipality between September 14-20, the Ayvalık International Film Festival aims to support young filmmakers.
In this context, the selection committee for the "Kahve İçen Yorulmaz" Future Filmmakers Award, worth 200,000 TL and to be presented for the first time this year, includes Alin Taşçıyan, Berkay Ateş, Cem Kaya, Elif Ergezen, and Pelin Esmer.
MUBI Fest Returns to Istanbul
Returning to Istanbul after a two-year hiatus, MUBI FEST will welcome cinema enthusiasts between September 4-6 and offer a rich selection of films.
During the festival, the films Coward, Ata Yurdu, Miyazma Kampı, The Unknown, and Hope will make their Turkey premieres and meet the audience.
Komünite's New Season Events
Operating in Kadıköy, Komünite is preparing to open its doors to art lovers in September and make a fast start to the new season.
The venue's new season program features various striking events such as the MUBI Fest Trivia Night, a Jojo Mayer concert, and ACT Night.
Terakki Foundation Art Gallery Exhibition
Bringing together selected works from the Terakki Foundation Art Collection, the exhibition "Encounters, Dialogues, Divergences After the Master" meets art enthusiasts.
Curated by Itır Demir, the exhibition can be visited at the Terakki Foundation Art Gallery between September 7 and October 24, 2026.