Upcoming Events

Bu Festival Bizim, organised by Kreşendo, returns for its fifth edition on 13-14 November at Paribu Art, bringing Istanbul together for two days of music. Day one, 13 November, features Lady Shaka (DJ set), Melody's Echo Chamber, Dilan Balkay and OD BAND. Lady Shaka, known for her Boiler Room performances, brings a set rooted in club culture, Melody's Echo Chamber builds a dreamy, fairytale-like soundworld, and Dilan Balkay stands out with hypnotic, story-driven music. This year's idea is to really listen to music in a fast-consuming age and to share a common mood. Alongside the stage programme, the grounds offer all-day workshops, a market area and surprise pop-up events. This page covers day one of the festival; day two has its own event page. Entry and ticket details are on the ticketing page.

Sattas, the pioneer of reggae music in Turkey, takes the stage in an unplugged format at JJ Pub Kanyon on November 13 (doors 20:00, event 22:00). Instead of the band's familiar drums-bass-guitar-keys-horns lineup, this show pairs cajon, guitar and keys with Orçun Sünear's distinctive voice for a more intimate set.

On Friday evening, November 13, the Sanat Performance stage hosts the 90s Dance Night. A DJ and live performance bring back Turkish and international pop hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s, along with childhood cassettes and first-love memories, and the floor sings along from start to finish. The night runs every Friday and Saturday from 21:00 to 04:00; this date is listed in the calendar at 20:30, so check the ticket page for the latest door and start times. A great pick for a nostalgic night out with friends.

Friday acoustic nights at Sanat Performance continue with Okan Reis, a composer and performer who reworks his own songs alongside Turkish pop and alternative rock material. The draw is variation: arrangements shift week to week, so the same piece can arrive in a new tempo or with a different opening. Start time 20:30. A balanced option for anyone who wants live music without a loud club night.

A Fideles night at Klein Phönix on Friday, 13 November, starting at 9 PM. Check the ticket page for the lineup and programme updates.

The next week of Milena Pub & Bistro's Turkish rap Open Mic contest, on Friday, 13 November at 21:00. Contestants take the stage with their own styles and the winner gets a music video and recording prize. Spots are limited; tickets are on Passo.

Organised in collaboration with Ghost Music Academy, the Ghost in Town Showcase takes place at 360 Istanbul on the night of Friday, 13 November. Expect a tech house and house-led flow built on relentless rhythm and heavy bass. The line-up features KELT, TITO (IST), Soner Ertumen, Hastii, Eda x Badurfly and Sevde x Ceren. Doors open at 21:00 and the night runs until 03:00. The event is 18+ and tickets start at TRY 700. 360 Istanbul is at İstiklal Cad. Mısır Apt. No:163/8, Beyoğlu. Outside food and drink are not allowed, flammable or explosive items and laser pointers are prohibited, and the organiser reserves the right to refuse entry with a ticket refund.

Beatgate hands Kastel's booth to a duo on Friday, 13 November: Baron and Dorian Craft. Friends for years, the pair bring that shared history to the decks, folding Afro house and organic melodies into a single four-hands B2B set. Two separate journeys — from the south of France to Ibiza, from Tulum to dancefloors around the world — converge in Beyoğlu this time. Backed by names such as Bedouin, Black Coffee and WhoMadeWho, Baron and Dorian Craft are known for releases on respected labels including MoBlack, Monaberry and Bedouin's Human By Default. Expect melodic layers, deep grooves and hypnotic rhythms throughout the night, with a set that arcs from organic textures to African-inflected percussion. Kastel's intimate room feels like the right home for a back-to-back performance of this kind. Friday night, 13 November 2026, at Kastel / Beyoğlu, Istanbul. Doors open at 22:00; use the ticket link on the event page for details. The night runs until 05:00.

Jozi Levi Brazil Project feat. Raika Mizanoğlu performs on the Pera 77 stage on 2026-11-13 at 9:00 PM, with tickets sold through Passo. The line-up features keys, percussion, vocals, saxophone, guitar, bass and drums. Pera 77 is the restaurant of The Marmara Pera hotel, a good choice for an evening of live jazz with food and drinks. We recommend contacting the venue for reservations and table arrangements.

Frankhan Selectist hosts 'Alan Power: A Night in Tennessee' on Friday, 13 November at 9:00 PM. As the title suggests, expect a Tennessee-flavored night; check the Resident Advisor page for programme details.

The Bulent Ortacgil and Birsen Tezer duo meets at the Hayal Kahvesi Kocaeli stage on the evening of November 13. The repertoire of this pairing from two different generations places familiar songs side by side in two separate interpretations, letting listeners rediscover tracks they know well. Hayal Kahvesi Kocaelis close-to-stage, table layout turns the evening into a gathering where conversation and music move together. Since seating is by table, booking a reservation in advance is an advantage. November 13 for those looking for a calm but full concert evening in Kocaeli this November.

Altin Gun plays its first Istanbul concert for the sixth studio album Garip at Volkswagen Arena on November 13. Rebuilding the Anatolian psychedelic tradition with funk, synth and modern production, the band gained worldwide recognition with a Grammy nomination, but the heart of its repertoire is still familiar Anatolian melodies. Being the new albums first Istanbul performance makes this concert special: alongside known songs, tracks that will be heard live for the first time are also on the program. Volkswagen Arenas large hall carries the bands intense rhythm section comfortably. The seasons standout date in November for those looking for a concert that is both danceable and familiar.