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Friday:
Saul Williams (+Awesome Tapes from Africa Midnight Session) @ Babylon Bomonti – What is Saul best at? We don’t know, as he’s amazing at everything he works on. Catch him in his more traditional role as a musician, followed by a very unique midnight session.
Jakob Seidensticker @ indigo – Matinee Istanbul brings us Hamburg-based DJ Jakob Seidensticker for a late night session. Evrim de Evrim and The Kazans also perform to provide a bit of local flavor.
Fabio and Grooverider, Dillinja, Total Science, 2shy, Five Alive: 25 Years of Drum and Bass Parties @ Zorlu PSM Studio – Absolute veterans Fabio and Grooverider, alongside some seriously talented guests, take us through 25 years of their legacy.
Ayhan Sicimoğlu & Latin All Stars @ Zorlu PSM Drama Stage – This city can never get enough of Ayhan and his crew as they blend Latin music in all kinds of beautiful ways.
Talk with Katie Nadworny: Film Photography & Forward Motion @ AD.DAR Community Center – We’ve known Katie for quite some time and she’s the real deal when it comes to photography, blogging and inspirational travel. Don’t miss out what’s sure to be a fantastic talk.
An Eveing of Improv: The Clap and Ephemerata at YOTA – We’re lucky to have such dedicated English improv outfits here. If you haven’t checked em out, now is your chance.
Imany @ Volkswagen Arena – If you’re a fan of soul, you’re likely a fan of Imany. What a voice!
Alper Yılmaz Trio @ Akbank Sanat – A trio of some of Turkey’s most prominent jazz musicians performs for Akbank Jazz Festival.
Dance Studio – Project Re-RAu @ Dance Atalier – Akbank Jazz Festival brings another dance themed workshop featuring a collaboration between Korhan Başaran and Kinan Azmeh.
Zeytin @ Böcek Live – Local outfit Zeytin consists of some seriously dedicated musicians. Any reggae fans out there owe it to themselves to venture.
Yoga at Circuit with Blaire Lindsay – Start the weekend off by doing a favor for your body and try out some yoga at the recently reopened venue.
Saturday:
Lena Chamamyan @ Zorlu PSM – Jazz, folk, oriental, fado, soufi, African, and Latin music merge with this monumentally talented Syrian musician.
Burhan Öçal & İstanbul Oriental Ensemble @ Zorlu PSM Drama Stage – A world famous Turkish percussionist shows off his skills alongside a Balkan-Turkish fusion via the ensemble.
Orkesta Mendoza Feat. Salvador Duran (+Jonny Rock DJ Set Midnight Session) @ Babylon Bomonti – Wondering who the king of mambo is? Only one way to find out… DJ Jonny Rock follows up with a lively midnight session to keep you up late.
ANNA RF @ Salon IKSV – World, reggae and electronic come together as these international travelers pay a visit to Istanbul.
Documentary Night @ Circuit – Circuit keeps their documentary series going strong with ‘The Economics of Happiness’ directed by Steven Gorelick, Helena Norberg-Hodge, and John Page.
WHY SO SER!OUS presents DANNIEL SELFMADE for Deniz Türkeri’s Birthday @ GLOW & Moro Nişantaşı – If you don’t know who Deniz is, you won’t forget her after a night featuring 14 hours of non-stop music including an appearance by Danniel Selfmade.
IKSV 3rd Istanbul Design Biennial Opening – IKSV’s Design Biennial has made a massive impact in such a short time. We’re delighted to have it return this year with “ARE WE HUMAN?:The Design of the Species: 2 seconds, 2 days, 2 years, 200 years, 200,000 years”.
Jazz Lovers’ Today, The Future of Jazz Panel @ Akbank Sanat – A free panel as part of Akbank Jazz Festival dives into the future of the genre with Hakan Rauf Tüfekçi and Hakan Atala.
Timuçin Şahin Trio @ Akbank Sanat – Unique guitar stylings await with another impressive contribution to the Akbank Jazz Festival.
Tuluğ Tırpan, Okay Temiz & Juan Garcia Herreros Project @ Caddebostan Cultural Center – Three musicians come together to merge genres and provide a unique performance for Akbank Jazz Festival.
Jazz in Fashion – Akbank brings us a discussion on the various trends that surround the stylish world of jazz.
Lindy Hoppers Swing Jazz Workshop @ Stüdyo Savoy – Miss the last workshops? Don’t make the same mistake twice. Tap jazz is also an option!
Jazz in the Evening @ Akbank Sanat – Sanat Deliorman & Kaan Bıyıkoğlu return for another evening of jazz.
Child Workshops @ Child Atalier – Watercolor, Cute Beetles Orchestera, Toy Sculptures, dance and more are various options for engaging the kids this weekend.
Coco Pet Spa Halloween Party – Cute animals in Halloween costumes? Yes please! If you’ve got dogs, give it a look…
Galatasaray vs Trabzonspor – Week 8 of the Turkish Super League
Saturday Night Get Together & Party (Couchsurfing) – A bunch of random internationals coming together to meet up and have some fun? Sounds relevant to our interests.
Sunday:
Free Latin Dance Workshops by Mundo Latino Dance @ The Marmara Taksim – Practice salsa, bachata and more at these free dance workshops. There’s a little bit of something for all levels!
Pokemon Go Meetup @ Caddebostan – If you’ve opened the app lately and scoped out local gyms, you’ll know that Pokemon Go is still insanely popular here. Head to the lovely Caddebostan and start getting those Magikarp candies!
Bean Beat Bite #46 at Federal Coffee Galata – Another Sunday, another coffee shop, another opportunity to check out a cool new spot.
Önder Focan & Şallıel Bros. “Funkbook” @ Babylon Bomonti – The “Funkbook” project was born right in Istanbul’s backyard at Nardis and sounds like a lovely way to round off the weekend.
Jazzy Brunch @ Club Quartier – A super stylish brunch atmosphere awaits, accompanied by the sounds of the Papyon Trio.
Who’s in Town? Elke Krasny (“Take Back the Event: Curating Workshops, Gatherings and Assemblies”) – A very intriguing workshop coming out of SALT Galata’s series.
Beşiktaş vs Antalyaspor (Football) – Week 8 of the Turkish Super League
Istanbul Book Reading Festival – Head to the park and read all day? Time to finally finish that book you’ve been putting off.
Havasi @ Zorlu PSM – Hungarian pianist and composer Havasi takes the stage…
This Weekend (Friday through Sunday):
Istanbul Design Week – Catch the final days of what is another successful edition of this festival for design enthusiasts.
Ongoing:
“Limited” @ The Photographers’ Gallery – The gallery’s first exhibition on editions.
“One and the Many” @ SALT Galata – This research-based exhibition brings some serious nostalgia.
Staged @ Zorlu PSM – Indulge in highlights from Zorlu’s full 2015 season.
“Blurry but Clear” @ Ariel Sanat – A multi-artist exhibition featuring artists Ahmet Elhan, Ayşe Erkmen and Karin Sander.
“Causa sui” @ PiArtworks Istanbul – Yuşa Yalçıntaş’s solo exhibition
“Fugitive Shadow” @ Elgiz Museum Terrace – Elgiz continues their series of impressive terrace exhibitions.
“Ceratonia” @ Leica Gallery Istanbul – Another new venue in Bomontiada with an impressive photography exhibition kicking things off.
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