Pack your appetite and your sense of adventure! The award-winning Turkish Festival returns to the heart of DC on October 18, 2026! Enjoy a day of food, music, and culture for the whole family!

Hosted on Pennsylvania Avenue NW, between 3rd Street and 6th Street, this premier cultural celebration draws tens of thousands of visitors to explore much-loved aspects of Turkey (the birthplace of Santa Claus!), from delicious cuisine and traditional Turkish coffee to fortune-telling, folk dance performances, and live music on the festival stage.

• Kids Tent
  Little ones will love mosaic making, coloring, crafts, music & dance, and face painting!
• Turkish Coffee & Tea Tents
  Sip Turkish coffee in a variety of flavors and have your fortune read from the grounds, or enjoy traditional cay served in tulip-shaped glasses while artists demonstrate ebru, the ancient art of Turkish paper marbling.
• The Grand Bazaar
  Browse more than 40 arts and crafts vendors showcasing jewelry, hand-woven textiles, and fashion finds.
• Cultural Exhibitions
  Explore Art of Copper: 10-Thousand Years in Anatolia, ebru works by DC-based artist Sabiha Ozgur, and a Turkish carpet exhibit featuring handwoven pieces selected by expert Haldun Tarhan.

Admission is free — bring the whole crew and come hungry!