Unmissable Events & Experiences in Antalya This Weekend

An atmospheric evening concert by the Candles and Echoes Ensemble at the seaside Alanya Open-Air Theatre, combining contemporary arrangements with orchestral textures. A good option for travellers wanting a refined music night in a dramatic coastal setting.

The 20th Alanya Jazz Festival brings Turkish and international jazz artists to open-air stages along the Mediterranean, with concerts, jam sessions, and side events. Ideal for music‑loving visitors who want to combine beach time with culture.

Continuing through the weekend, the Alanya Jazz Festival’s final day usually features sunset performances and closing sets by headline acts. A relaxed, family‑friendly way to end a beach weekend with live music.

This long‑running opera and ballet festival uses the spectacular 2,000‑year‑old Aspendos Roman theatre as its stage, with productions by the Turkish State Opera and Ballet. Weekend visitors can experience world‑class classical performances under the stars.

A specialised trade exhibition focusing on fresh fruits, vegetables, food technologies, packaging, agricultural tech, storage, and logistics, drawing regional producers and buyers. Travellers interested in gastronomy or agribusiness can browse stands and tastings in a resort setting.

Final day of the Interfresh Eurasia / Interfood Eurasia fair, with exhibitors showcasing produce, food products, packaging and technology. A good daytime outing if you are staying in Belek and want a mix of business, innovation and tasting opportunities.

A relaxed evening visit to Antalya’s famous Sand Sculpture Museum, with monumental illuminated sand artworks along Lara Beach. Families and couples can stroll the open‑air exhibition, take photos, and enjoy the sea breeze.

Many visitors end their day in Antalya’s atmospheric Old Town, with rooftop bars, live music venues and taverns overlooking the marina. Expect DJ sets, acoustic bands and Turkish meze in a compact, walkable area.

A gentle Sunday walking tour through the cobbled streets of Kaleiçi, visiting Hadrian’s Gate, historic mosques and restored Ottoman houses. Perfect for families and first‑time visitors wanting culture, views and cafés without leaving the city.

A scenic half‑day outing to the Düden Waterfalls, combining riverside walking paths, viewpoints and picnic spots with photo opportunities at the cliffside lower falls. Ideal for couples and families looking for an easy nature escape close to town.