DİVFest Begins in Istanbul's Beykoz: A Gathering of Nature, Culture, and Music
Organized by the World Scouting Foundation in Beykoz, Istanbul, DİVFest offers participants six different concerts and various workshops over four days.
The 1st Nature, Human, Life Festival (DİVFest), organized by the World Scouting Foundation at the Beykoz Scouting Facility in Istanbul, has begun welcoming visitors with its rich program that brings together nature, culture, and music.
Purpose and Scope of the Festival
Implemented by the World Scouting Foundation, DİVFest offers a special program centered on connecting with nature, learning together, and discovering different cultures.
Held from September 17 to 20, 2026, the event aims to provide participatory experiences.
Six Concerts Over Four Days
Within the scope of the festival's music program, artists and groups from various genres take the stage. A total of six concerts are held throughout the event.
Ekin Uzunlar, Sami Özer, Mazhar Alanson, Anıl Piyancı, Deniz Değirmenci, and Mavi Gri meet music lovers on the festival stage.
Built on Five Core Pillars
The festival is built upon five core pillars: Nature, Human, Culture, Movement, and Future.
Bringing scouting's learn-by-doing approach to a wide audience, this framework includes topics such as outdoor living and environmental awareness.
Activities for Families and Children
The Family and Children's Village planned within the festival features painting, fairy tale, puppet, seed sowing, and sapling planting workshops.
Additionally, science and STEM activities, as well as traditional children's games, are offered to visitors.
Adventure and Movement Areas
The Adventure Village offers climbing walls, rope and obstacle courses, and an archery experience.
This area is designed to bring together movement, exploration, and teamwork through group games.