Presented by +1, Long Weekend arrives at KüçükÇiftlik Park from Friday 12 June to Sunday 14 June as a three-day gathering built around music, games, food, sunshine, memories, and community. Spread across an extended weekend program, the festival brings together some of the most distinctive names in contemporary Turkish alternative music alongside emerging artists from across indie, pop, electronic, and genre-blurring spaces.
The lineup features Edis, Nova Norda, Can Molti, Büyük Ev Ablukada, Islandman, Emir Yargın, Selin Çıngır, Gaye Su Akyol, Lin Pesto, Mavi, and Den Ze, reflecting a broad snapshot of a music scene that continues to evolve in unexpected directions. Tickets are available via BuBilet.
Edis (June 12)
Few Turkish pop artists have shaped the past decade as significantly as Edis. Emerging with breakthrough singles such as “Benim Ol” and “Martılar,” he quickly established himself through a combination of contemporary production, strong visual identity, and confident stagecraft. His music draws from international pop trends while maintaining a distinctly local character, helping him become one of the country’s most recognizable mainstream performers.
Nova Norda (June 12)
Nova Norda has carved out a unique space between alternative pop, electronic music, and indie songwriting. Known for her witty lyricism and playful approach to genre, she has built a devoted audience through releases that balance accessibility with experimentation. Her work frequently explores themes of identity, relationships, and everyday life through an unmistakably personal lens.
Can Molti (June 12)
Producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Can Molti has become a respected figure within Turkey’s independent music community through his intimate and genre-fluid compositions. Blending elements of folk, electronic music, and contemporary singer-songwriter traditions, his work favors atmosphere and emotional honesty over conventional pop structures.
Büyük Ev Ablukada (June 13)
One of the defining acts of Turkey’s modern independent music movement, Büyük Ev Ablukada have spent years building a reputation for unconventional songwriting and creative unpredictability. Their music moves freely between indie rock, electronic experimentation, spoken word influences, and alternative pop, resulting in a catalog that resists easy classification. Their live performances remain a major part of their appeal, balancing spontaneity with a strong sense of collective energy.
Islandman (June 13)
Led by producer and musician Tolga Böyük, Islandman combines electronic production with psychedelic textures, live instrumentation, and influences drawn from Anatolia and beyond. Since emerging in the late 2010s, the project has attracted international attention for creating immersive sonic landscapes that sit comfortably between dance music and live performance.
Emir Yargın (June 13)
Emir Yargın represents a younger generation of Turkish artists working at the intersection of indie pop, alternative songwriting, and contemporary production. His music often combines introspective lyrics with melodic arrangements, resulting in songs that feel both personal and accessible. He has steadily expanded his audience through a series of releases that showcase a developing artistic identity.
Selin Çıngır (June 13)
Selin Çıngır has emerged as one of the notable new voices within the alternative pop landscape. Her work blends modern production techniques with expressive vocals and emotionally direct songwriting. As part of a growing wave of independent artists redefining contemporary Turkish pop, she continues to develop a sound that balances intimacy and ambition.
Gaye Su Akyol (June 14)
Gaye Su Akyol has become one of Turkey’s most internationally recognized contemporary musicians through her inventive fusion of Anatolian rock, psychedelia, surf music, and art-pop. Albums such as Hologram İmparatorluğu and İstikrarlı Hayal Hakikattir have earned acclaim for their ability to reinterpret musical traditions through a modern and highly individual perspective. Her performances are equally notable for their visual identity and theatrical presence.
Lin Pesto (June 14)
Lin Pesto have established themselves as one of the more exciting names within the alternative rock scene, combining sharp songwriting with contemporary indie sensibilities. Their music often balances energetic arrangements with reflective lyrical themes, creating a sound that resonates with younger audiences while maintaining broad appeal.
Mavi (June 14)
Mavi is part of a new generation of artists exploring the increasingly blurred boundaries between indie, electronic, and alternative music. With an approach that emphasizes mood and atmosphere, the project reflects the diversity and experimentation that have become defining characteristics of the contemporary independent landscape.
Den Ze (June 14)
Den Ze closes the lineup as another emerging voice contributing to the breadth of today’s alternative music scene. Drawing from a variety of contemporary influences, the project reflects the genre-fluid spirit that runs throughout the festival, offering audiences the opportunity to discover a rising artist alongside more established names.
Across three days, Long Weekend brings together mainstream stars, cult favorites, established innovators, and emerging talent under a program designed to celebrate discovery as much as familiarity. The result is a festival that mirrors the diversity of contemporary music itself, where different sounds, generations, and creative approaches meet over the course of a single extended weekend.
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