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North Cyprus festivals, 2026–2027: confirmed 2026 editions, usual months and what is still unannounced
Officially announced 2027 dates were not found as of 4 November 2026. The 2026 editions that were confirmed: Famagusta Culture and Arts Festival 23 June to 16 July, Güzelyurt Orange Festival to 21 June, Bellapais Music Festival events on 30 April and 2 May, and Silk Cocoon Festival 8–10 May. Last year's dates are not carried forward.
As of 4 November 2026 · Published by the Northea desk · Legal review: checked by a lawyer registered with the KKTC Bar
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The full answer
As of 4 November 2026, no 2027 festival dates were found. The confirmed 2026 editions were the Famagusta Culture and Arts Festival (23 June to 16 July), the Güzelyurt Orange Festival (ending 21 June), Bellapais Music Festival events on 30 April and 2 May, and the Silk Cocoon Festival (8–10 May). The official TRNC list gives usual months only.
Confirmed 2026 editions and latest known editions
The table gives the latest edition found in each source. 'Next edition' stays unannounced until a municipality or organiser publishes it.
| Festival | Latest edition found | Next edition |
|---|---|---|
| International Famagusta Culture and Arts Festival (26th) | 23 June to 16 July 2026 | Not announced |
| Güzelyurt Orange Festival (48th) | About 15 to 21 June 2026 | Not announced |
| Bellapais Music Festival (21st) | Events on 30 April and 2 May 2026; full run not stated | Not announced |
| Silk Cocoon Festival (21st) | 8–10 May 2026 | Not announced |
| Girne Olive Festival (24th) | Ended 5 October 2025 | Not announced |
| Lapta Tourism Festival (13th) | 20–22 June 2025 | Not announced |
Usual months from the official list
The TRNC Public Information Office lists recurring festivals with their usual months only: Girne Olive in October, Güzelyurt Orange in June to July, Büyükkonuk Eco Days in May and October, Bellapais Music in May to June, Famagusta Culture and Arts in June to July, and the Cyprus Theatre Festival in September. The page shows no year and some months differ slightly from 2026 (Bellapais ran from April), so use it as a pattern, not a schedule.
Festivals can double as craft and product markets; see our gifts guide. Plan around public holidays: the Sacrifice Festival is 16–19 May 2027 according to the Diyanet calendar.
How to plan
Check the organiser's own page a few weeks before travelling, since dates and ticket arrangements are published late. We do not mark up a 2027 event until an official date and venue exist.
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Exceptions and limits. A past edition is not a schedule. Municipalities and organisers announce dates late, and programmes change. The official TRNC list gives only usual months. Confirm every date, ticket and venue with the organiser before you travel; this page lists no 2027 date until one is announced.
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Questions buyers ask
When was the Famagusta festival in 2026?
The 26th International Famagusta Culture and Arts Festival ran 23 June to 16 July 2026 at Othello Castle and the Salamis ancient theatre (Euronews Türkçe, 15 June 2026).
When is the Güzelyurt Orange Festival held?
The 48th edition ran to 21 June 2026. The official list gives June to July as the usual period; the 2027 date is not announced.
When is the Girne Olive Festival?
The 24th edition ended on 5 October 2025 in Zeytinlik village. October is the usual month; no 2026 or 2027 date was found.
Is there an official 2027 festival calendar?
None was found on 4 November 2026. Check the Ministry of Tourism and the municipalities of Girne, Gazimağusa, Güzelyurt and Lefke closer to the date.
What is the Silk Cocoon Festival?
A Girne Municipality festival at Bellapais that promotes silk-cocoon craft and silkworm raising, with workshops and concerts. The 21st edition ran 8–10 May 2026 (BRT).
Sources
- TRNC Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Public Information Office — festivals (undated; checked 4 November 2026)
- Euronews Türkçe — Famagusta Culture and Arts Festival (15 June 2026)
- BRT — 48th Güzelyurt Orange Festival (16 June 2026)
- BRT — Bellapais Music Festival (29 April 2026)
- BRT — Silk Cocoon Festival (29 April 2026)
- BRT — Girne Olive Festival (2 October 2025)
- BRT — Lapta Tourism Festival (17 June 2025)
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