No stopping in Bodrum this week. As the last days of April meet the first days of May, six plays open in the theater, stages overflow with music, rally excitement spills into the streets, and the Hıdırellez festivity spreads throughout the city. Follow us on Instagram to see all the week's events: @bodrumguru
Festivals & Special Events
Francophone Film Festival – Cinema Selection
The French cinema selection highlighting women's stories is in its final week.
April 27 - May 3 | Livaneli Stage, Inspera Bodrum
@insperabodrum
World Dance Day - Open Stage Performance
Dance excitement at Turgutreis Atatürk Square; open stage performance and celebration.
📅 Tuesday, April 28 – 18:00 | Turgutreis Atatürk Square
@bodrumbel
2026 Rally Bodrum
The opening ceremony begins at Bodrum Municipality Square, and the award ceremony concludes at Titanic Luxury Collection Bodrum.
📅 Thursday, April 30 (Start, 18:00) – Saturday, May 2 (Awards Ceremony, 15:47)
@bodrumbel
3. Bodrum International Hıdırellez Festival
The biggest event of the week. Bazaars, workshops, stage performances, and spring rituals with the theme of the 4 elements.
May 2 – 5 | Kumbahçe Neighborhood, Paşa Tarlası
@hidirellezbodrum
Theater
Itchy Bum - A Play
A two-person travel and comedy play, 2 acts.
April 27, Monday – 8:00 PM | Bodrum Bağlıköy Theater
Russian Roulette - Theater Play
Chekhov's absurd comedy in one act.
📅 Wednesday, April 29 – 8:30 PM
@tiyatromeftun
The Fur Coat Madonna - A Play
Stage adaptation of Sabahattin Ali's classic novel.
📅 Wednesday, April 29 – 8:30 PM | Bodrum Hüsnü Culture Center
O.M.G. – Interactive Game
A stage experience that invites self-discovery.
📅 Thursday, April 30th – 20:00 | Bodrum Hanedan Cultural Center
The Happiest Day of Our Lives – Comedy Play
Comedy from a woman's perspective, managed by Büket Gülkenarı.
Thursday, April 30th – 8:30 PM | Bodrum Culture Center
Love List - A Play
Comedy that questions relationship dynamics.
May 2nd Saturday – 8:00 PM | Bodrum Bağlıköy Theatre
Stand-up
Yoshi Enomoto Stand-Up Show
A comedy scene adorned with cultural observations.
📅 Wednesday, April 29 – 9:00 PM
@thetapbodrum
Yasin Çam – Look at Me
Funny moments accumulated since childhood on stage.
📅 Thursday, April 30 – 9:30 PM | Bar-Cafe-Beach for Friends
Concerts & Live Music
Meltem Işın - Live Concert
Stage performance with drums, guitar, and bass guitar.
📅 Tuesday, April 28 – 10:00 PM
@gumusluksahne
World Jazz Day - Open Stage Jam Session
Open stage for UNESCO International Jazz Day.
Thursday, April 30th – 3:00 PM
@bodrumjazz
Blues Night – Batu Mutlugil & Tuğrul Aray
Blues guitar and tenor sax together; Night in Yalıkavak.
📅 Friday, May 1
Sepa Jyala Kavak
Qu-Arts – Ethnic Music Concert
A four-instrument ethnic music collective.
📅 Sunday, May 3 – 9:00 PM
@bambinisanat
DJ & Nightlife
Retrobüs – Night of Nostalgia
Live performance with a 70s, 80s, 90s rock concept.
📅 Wednesday, April 29 – 11:00 PM
@velibodrum
Karaoke Party – Every Friday Night
The mic is yours at Sofis Marina Brasserie.
📅 Friday, May 1st – 8:00 PM
@sofis_marina_brasserie
Opening Full Moon Party
Season opening full moon party; all day with local artists.
May 1st, Friday – 14:00 (all day)
@yulaortakent
Hello Summer White Party
Beach DJ, live music, and barbecue; from noon to midnight.
📅 Sunday, May 3 – 12:00 PM–12:00 AM
@savorbodrum
Exhibitions
In Between – Hülya Özdemir (Pop-Up Exhibition)
Works from the artist's different periods are presented together.
📅 April 28 – June 5 | Opening: Tuesday, April 28
@insperastore
A Place Where Emptiness Promises Freedom – Zehra Sargın
Ongoing solo painting exhibition at Caresse Art Gallery.
April 3 – May 31
@caresse.art
Bodrum GSZ Student Ceramics Exhibition
Muğla University ceramic workshop productions.
April 25 – May 14
@dibeklihan
Garden of Time – Group Exhibition
An anthology that addresses the concept of time through different disciplines.
April 14 - May 28
@insperabodrum
World Art Day Exhibition – Last Days
GSF student mixed choir; closes on April 29.
📅 April 15 - 29 | Mausolos Exhibition Hall
Merqezart - New Season Exhibitions
A joint exhibition of three artists' new season shows.
April 16 – May 16
@merqezart
Child Activities
İmece Spring Festival
Spring-themed outdoor event; games, workshops, and entertainment.
Saturday, May 2nd – 12:30 PM–6:00 PM
@imece.child.garden
Manga Drawing Workshop
Manga Character Drawing; Eye and Hair Style Techniques. Age 7+
📅 Saturday, May 2nd – 1:30 PM-2:45 PM | Inspera Bodrum
@insperaartacademy
Mini Counter Weekend Workshops
Saturday painting, Sunday robotics coding. Ages 5+
📅 Saturday, May 2 – Painting Workshop – 14:00
📅 Sunday, May 3rd – Robotic Coding – 14:30–18:30
@tezgah_bodrum
Sunday Children's Workshops – Inspera
Workshops focused on painting, rhythm, and ceramics. Age 5+
📅 Sunday, May 3 – 11:30 AM–3:30 PM
@insperabodrum
Sunday School - English & Art
English and art-focused children's workshop. Ages 5+
📅 Sunday, May 3 - 2:30 PM / 3:30 PM
@gumusluk_forum
Object Painting Workshop
Object painting for children and adults.
📅 Sunday, May 3 - 5:30 PM | Bodrum Madam's Coffee House
@feelcandless
Gastronomy & Workshop
Italian Classics Workshop
Osso Buco, Ravioli, and Panna Cotta; a culinary workshop with master guidance.
📅 Monday, April 27 – 16:00
@foodrum_
Tapas in the Vineyard – Wine & Tapas Tasting
A special tapas menu from Queen's Delicatessen chef Cuma Aykut, accompanied by wine.
Wednesday, April 29 – 6:30 PM
@morsalkimbaglari
Finger Food Training
Finger food workshop for banquet tables.
📅 Friday, May 1st – 2:00 PM
@foodrum_
Wellness & Transformation
Yoga Meditation and Energy Camp
Four-day yoga, meditation, and energy work; in Gumusluk.
April 30 - May 3
@masalevigumusluk_
Ecstatic Dance - Cosmic Mayan Dance
Body awareness experience with movement and music; in Sarnıç.
May 2nd Saturday - 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
@masontoryen
Our Relationship with Money – Awareness Workshop
Consciousness workshop on healthy relationships with money and abundance.
May 2nd, Saturday – 6:00 PM | Bodrum Madam's Coffee House
@gulirmak.official
Mandala Meditation
Practicing mindfulness by focusing on colors.
May 3rd, Sunday – 4:00 PM | Bodrum Madam's Coffee House
@feelcandless
Hobbies & Workshops
Flower Chandelier Workshop – Banu Selek
Custom chandelier design workshop in flower shape.
📅 Monday, April 27 – 12:00 PM–2:00 PM | B Store
@bybanuselek
World Dance Day - Battle Competition
Modern, Jazz, and Latin dance duel; free entry.
Wednesday, April 29 – 6:30 PM
@monart_co
Traditional Dance Competition
Individual, duo, and group; freestyle and choreography categories.
Wednesday, April 29th – 8:00 PM | Bodrum Art Club, Konacık
@bodrumsanatkulubu
All Things Crochet Workshop
A colorful world is invited with crochet.
📅 Thursday, April 30 – 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | B Store
@bybanuselek
Mom's Workshop
Design your own candle; enjoy the pleasure of making it.
📅 Friday, May 1st - 6:00 PM | Bodrum Madam's Coffee House
@feelcandless
Interview
Story Harvest – Interactive Workshop
Experience sharing and storytelling circle.
📅 Tuesday, April 28 – 5:30 PM | Inspera Bodrum
@binyaprak
Fatih Erkoç Interview
An inspiring conversation with a multi-instrumentalist artist.
📅 Saturday, May 2nd - 14:00 | Bodrum Modroom
@bodrummodroom
Sports & Nature
Morning SUP Event
Morning rowing tour starting over the sea with the sun.
April 27 – May 3 – Daily at 9:00 AM | Güvercinlik
@sup_board_bodrum
Make Your Bodrum Vacation Plan Easy
