Snoop Dogg Joins Istanbul Summer Music Lineup
Istanbul's summer music lineup is looking better than ever. After announcements that Iron Maiden, Rihanna, Depeche Mode, Alicia Keys, Joe Satriani, Justin Beeber, and...
Can Istanbul Be Named Europe’s Green Capital in 2017?
Istanbul, Bursa and ten other cities want to be Europe's Green Capital in 2017. Do we stand a chance against the lean, green cities...
(Past Event) Two Feet @ KüçükÇiftlik Park
New-York based singer/songwriter who has taken over TikTok, Two Feet will be performing in Istanbul for the first time! The event at KüçükÇiftlik Park...
(PAST EVENT) HOZHO @ Klein Phönix
Portuguese DJ and producer Hozho with his own musical genre of 'Melodark' is in Istanbul once again! Known for incorporating unique intricate melodies into...
Yabangees Making a Difference: Yesilist Eco-Pioneer Jeremy Pingul
Each month, Yesilist highlights an eco-pioneer who is making way for a greener, healthier, and more environmentally-conscious Turkey. Yesilist sat down with Jeremy Pingul...
Tube & Berger @ Babylon Bomonti
Babylon Bomonti will host the DJ duo, Tube & Berger, on Saturday 23 April. Tickets start at 40.00 TL and are available via Biletix, with doors opening...
10 Best Places for Cruelty-Free Eating in Istanbul
By Refika Kortun
If you are vegan and living in Istanbul, it doesn't take long to realize how difficult it is to dine out and...
Yabangee Weekend Roundup: Friday 24 – Sunday 26 March
We’ve done our best to compile events we’re aware of. If you think we’ve forgotten one or want to see your event featured, please...
Yabangees Making a Difference: Yesilist Eco-Pioneer Ulli Allmendinger
This month, Yesilist connected with Ulli Allmendinger, MSc. Ayurveda, to talk about the lifestyle behind Ayurveda and what she does on a daily basis...
(PAST EVENT) Hiromi: Solo – The World Tour @ Zorlu Performance...
On Wednesday 12 October, Zorlu PSM will host world renowned Japanese jazz pianist Hiromi. Taking place on the main Turkcell Stage, doors are set...
(PAST EVENT) Kings of Convenience @ Zorlu Performance Hall
Celebrating its 10th year anniversary Zorlu PSM will host Norwegian indie folk-pop group Kings of Convenience. Taking place on 30th of September and 1st...
(POSTPONED) 100% Presents: Picnic and Gathering @ Life Park Q Garden
100% Music presents Picnic & Gathering at Life Park Q Garden on Sunday 3 September at 15.00. Join for a fun time filled with...
Introducing: The Yabangee Reader Survey
The last couple of years have been a chaotic, enlightening and delightful mess for those of us at Yabangee. The site has grown from a...
Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall: The 2014 Season’s End
And so continues my quest to cover all the performance halls in Istanbul, in the name of art and music. And the next venue...
Chinese Man Take Istanbul on a Musical Journey
Shaking it up with Harry Belafonte; swinging, rocking, working those sweet calypso rhythms - yet the familiar hip hop beats are calling you to...
Ali Perret’s DU.DU // Mehmet Uluğ Night @ Babylon Bomonti
Babylon Bomonti, as part of the Akbank Jazz Festival, will host Ali Perret’s DU.DU for Mehmet Uluğ Night on Tuesday 18 October. Set to start at...
Palestinian Refugees and the War in Syria @ IFEA
The IFEA is hosting Nell Gabiam from the University of Iowa and Philippe Bourmaud from the IFEA to hold a talk on "Palestian...
Underneath Istanbul
The timeless column feels cold and rough to the touch. I like to visit things that are a lot older than I am. It...
Athena (Acoustic) @ Babylon Bomonti
Babylon Bomonti will host Turkish ska punk band Athena for an acoustic set on Thursday 31 March. Doors open at 20:30, with ticket prices...
On Now: Cappadox 2017 – Ways Out From The World
This year's Cappadox Festival looks to be the best yet, revolving around the theme of "Ways Out From The World", and set in stunning...
Beth Hart @ Zorlu PSM
Zorlu PSM will host the American singer-songwriter Beth Hart as part of the Zorlu PSM Jazz Festival on Wednesday 10 May. Set to start at 20:00, tickets are...
TMUTB Presents English Stand-Up Comedy Nights Starring Aidan Goatley
Take Me Up the Bosphorus: English Stand-Up Comedy Nights in Istanbul (TMUTB) will host back-to-back English stand-up comedy nights featuring British comedian Aidan Goatley on Tuesday...
Books Set in Istanbul
Living in a city of such chaos, wonder and history, it comes as no surprise that novels based in Istanbul capture a bit of...
Cancelled: “Dangerous Games” @ Sahne Pulchérie
Sahne Pulchérie will host a production of Seyyar Sahne's play "Dangerous Games" on Saturday 13 May at 20:30. The performance will be subtitled in...