Konya Culture Days Begin at Kültürpark

The first-ever Konya Culture Days, organized by Konya Metropolitan Municipality, has opened its doors at Kültürpark.

Konya Metropolitan Mayor Uğur İbrahim Altay said preserving and passing on the city’s deep-rooted cultural heritage to future generations is one of the municipality’s priorities, describing Konya Culture Days as one of the most significant initiatives supporting that vision.

Recalling that the event is being held under the slogan “Every Melody Tells a Story,” Altay said, “Our folk songs, minstrel tradition, and folk culture are among the most valuable elements that keep our nation’s collective memory alive. Through this event, we aim to preserve our cultural heritage while bringing our artists and handcrafted products together with the public. Most importantly, Konya Culture Days will introduce the unique cultural heritage of our districts to residents. I believe the three-day program will become a vibrant cultural festival offering something for people of all ages. I invite all our fellow citizens to join us at the events, which will continue until Sunday evening.”

Children and Visitors Enjoy Opening Day

Children attending the opening-day events said they had a great time at the activity areas and exhibition stands set up throughout the venue. Visitors also thanked Mayor Uğur İbrahim Altay and encouraged everyone to take part in Konya Culture Days.

Three Days of Culture and Arts

The opening program at Kültürpark attracted strong public interest with children’s activities, concerts, family workshops, and live music performances.

Visitors will have the opportunity to discover regional products and local flavors from Konya’s 31 districts, explore traditional handicraft stands, and participate in activities showcasing the city’s historical and natural attractions. Enriched with cultural performances, stage shows, and a wide range of activities, Konya Culture Days will offer residents three days filled with culture and the arts.

Full Program of Events

On Friday, July 10, the program featured the Konya in Folk Songs concert by Atilla Özdek, storytelling sessions and family workshops, a musical tribute to Rıza and Mustafa Konyalı, a performance by the Bozkır Spoon Dance Team, and a concert by Melihat Gülses.

On Saturday, July 11, visitors can enjoy the Fasl-ı Muhabbet concert, performances by the Ilgın Municipality Folk Dance Team, storytelling sessions and family workshops, a memorial program and musical tribute to Kör Ahmet, a concert by the Modern Folk Music Ensemble, and a performance by Hasan Genç.

On Sunday, July 12, the program will include performances by the Bozkır Team, the Zafer Secondary School Folk Dance Team, storytelling sessions and family workshops, a memorial program and musical tribute to Mazhar Sakman, a concert by the Modern Folk Music Ensemble, and a performance by Aleyna Çalık.

Throughout the three-day event, visitors can also enjoy children’s activities, exhibitions, and complimentary refreshments.

Konya Culture Days will continue through Sunday and will be open to visitors at Kültürpark daily from 12:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.