Turkish Festival 2026

08/21/2026

07/02/2026

Call for Sponsors! 🇹🇷✨

The 2026 Turkish Festival is coming to Washington, DC, and we invite businesses, organizations, and community partners to join us as sponsors for this unforgettable cultural celebration!

Brought to you by the American Turkish Association of Washington DC (ATA-DC), the 24th Annual Turkish Festival will take place on Sunday, October 18, 2026 on Pennsylvania Ave NW, between 3rd & 6th Streets.

With 25,000+ attendees, the festival offers an incredible opportunity to showcase your brand, connect with a diverse audience, and support one of Washington, DC’s most celebrated cultural festivals.

Sponsorship packages are now available!

Become a sponsor today:
turkishfestival.org/become-a-sponsor

For questions:
[email protected]

06/23/2026

🇹🇷 CALL FOR FOOD VENDORS! 🇹🇷

The 24th Annual Turkish Festival, hosted by the American Turkish Association of Washington DC, is returning to Washington, DC on Sunday, October 18, 2026, and we are now accepting applications for food vendors!

Join us at the largest Turkish Food Court in Washington, DC and showcase your delicious food to 24K+ attendees in the heart of the nation’s capital.

📍 Location: 300 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Between 3rd and 6th Street
Washington, DC

📅 Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM

From döner and gözleme to baklava, Turkish coffee, and more — this is your chance to be part of one of DC’s biggest and most beloved cultural festivals.

✨ Prime location
✨ Huge crowd
✨ Amazing exposure
✨ A full day celebrating Turkish culture, food, music, and community

🍽️ Grab your spot today!
Apply here: https://www.turkishfestival.org/become-a-vendor/

06/08/2026

VOTING ENDS JUNE 10th!

✨ Best of DC: Vote for the DC Turkish Festival! ✨

We need your help to reclaim the title! It takes just 15 seconds to support your favorite award winning cultural event.

The DC Turkish Festival is a premier, crowd favorite celebration that is free, fun, and joyful for the entire family. This year, we return to Pennsylvania Avenue NW on Sunday, October 18, right in the heart of Washington, DC!

Much like Türkiye itself, our festival serves as a vibrant cultural bridge connecting Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Join us in bringing together histories and civilizations in one incredible celebration.

🗳️ How to Vote

1. Visit: washingtoncitypaper.com/bestof2026 (Link in Bio)
2. Register: A quick basic registration is required.
3. Find Category: Scroll to Best Arts and Culture Festival.
4. Nominate: Type Turkish Festival.
5. Submit: Click Vote!

🕒 Deadline: Voting ends on June 10! Please do not wait, vote today!

Thank you for supporting our community and helping us showcase Turkish culture to all of DC! 🇹🇷🇺🇸

05/19/2026

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05/11/2026

✨ Save the Date! The 24th Annual Turkish Festival is coming back to DC in October 2026! ✨

📅 Sunday, October 2026
📍 300 Pennsylvania Ave NW (between 3rd & 6th Streets), Washington, DC
⏰ 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM
🎟️ FREE Admission

Celebrate 24 years of culture, community, and connection at DC’s award-winning Turkish Festival — named Best Festival & Best Cultural Festival by Washington City Paper readers!

✨ What’s waiting for you:
🍴 Authentic Turkish Foods & Sweets
☕ Turkish Tea, Coffee & Fortune Readings
🎶 Live Music & High-Energy Dance Shows
🛍️ Bazaar with Jewelry, Ceramics, Copperware & More
🎨 Cultural Exhibits & Fun Kids’ Tent

Bring your family and friends for a full day of flavors, rhythms, and colors from Türkiye!

👉 Details: turkishfestival.org


✨ Organized by the American Turkish Association of Washington DC.
Interested in sponsoring? Email: [email protected]

05/08/2026

✨ Best of DC: Vote for the DC Turkish Festival! ✨

We need your help to reclaim the title! It takes just 15 seconds to support your favorite award winning cultural event.

The DC Turkish Festival is a premier, crowd favorite celebration that is free, fun, and joyful for the entire family. This year, we return to Pennsylvania Avenue NW on Sunday, October 18, right in the heart of Washington, DC!

Much like Türkiye itself, our festival serves as a vibrant cultural bridge connecting Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Join us in bringing together histories and civilizations in one incredible celebration.

🗳️ How to Vote

1. Visit: washingtoncitypaper.com/bestof2026 (Link in Bio)
2. Register: A quick basic registration is required.
3. Find Category: Scroll to Best Arts and Culture Festival.
4. Nominate: Type Turkish Festival.
5. Submit: Click Vote!

🕒 Deadline: Voting ends on June 10! Please do not wait, vote today!

Thank you for supporting our community and helping us showcase Turkish culture to all of DC! 🇹🇷🇺🇸