📅 When: 7 – 12 OCT 2026
🌐 Where: Pendik, Türkiye
📍 Location: Kaynarca, Erol Kaya Cd No:204, 34890 Pendik/İstanbul, Türkiye
🎫 Buy your tickets with a discount here
Welcome to Pendik, a vibrant waterside destination where you can experience authentic Turkish culture and hospitality while enjoying the social dance scene.
- International artists
- Workshops, masterclasses and socials
- International social dancers
- Bachata Sensual, Bachata Dominicana, Bachazouk
- …and much more
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The festival will be organized in Pendik.
The address to the venue is: Kaynarca, Erol Kaya Cd No:204, 34890 Pendik/İstanbul, Türkiye.
The festival will be organized from 📅7 – 12 OCT 2026.
October in Pendik is typically mild and pleasant, with warm daytime temperatures and cooler evenings—ideal for both dancing and exploring outdoors, though bring a light jacket for nighttime.
The prices for the FULL PASS start from 150 €.
With so many workshops and socials ahead of you…
you really want to feel comfortable in your feet.
Copying what Kike, Daniel and Ataca wear for the festivals, can be a good idea.
You know what?
The three of them wear the 🔥 Fuego Dance shoes.
Pendik offers beautiful seaside promenades perfect for evening strolls along the Marmara Sea, and the nearby Pendik Marina is a lively gathering spot. The area is known for its fresh seafood restaurants and traditional Turkish tea gardens where locals relax and socialize. If you venture slightly further, Istanbul's rich historical sites and bustling neighborhoods are easily accessible.
Pendik's waterfront neighborhoods offer modern hotels and guesthouses with sea views and easy access to restaurants and shops. The residential areas just inland from the coast provide quieter options while still being close to the festival atmosphere. Many visitors appreciate staying near the marina area for convenient access to dining and nightlife.
Fresh seafood is a highlight in Pendik—try grilled fish and meze (appetizer platters) at waterfront establishments. Turkish breakfast spreads featuring cheese, olives, fresh bread, and çay (tea) are perfect for starting your day before dancing. Don't miss local favorites like köfte (meatballs) and pide (Turkish flatbread) at casual neighborhood spots.
The currency is the Turkish Lira (TRY); ATMs are widely available. Electrical outlets are European Type C and F plugs. Türkiye is generally safe for tourists; use standard city precautions like any urban area. Many locals speak some English, especially in tourist areas, though learning a few Turkish phrases is always appreciated.
The festival will be organized from 7 – 12 OCT 2026.
It will be organized in Pendik, Türkiye.
Address: Kaynarca, Erol Kaya Cd No:204, 34890 Pendik/İstanbul, Türkiye
Prices for FULL PASS start from 150 €.
Pendik is easily reached from Istanbul's main airports, with Sabiha Gökçen International Airport being particularly convenient for the area's eastern location.