June has begun, and Bodrum is entering its season starting this week. Stages are filling up, exhibitions are opening; literary talks, morning yoga sessions, and rowing sessions on the sea are lining up side-by-side. Follow us on Instagram to see all the week's events: @bodrumguru
Theater
Two Men in Veli – Bar Theater
This bar theater, starring Kaya Akkaya and Tayanç Ayaydın, will both make you laugh and give you something to think about after it's over. Seating is limited; reservations are mandatory.
📅 Friday, June 5 - 21:00
@velibodrum
Sabotage – Interactive Performance (One Act)
Barış Atay and Bülent Emrah Parlak are sabotaging the stage with a slightly political, slightly humorous take on the changing world, social media users, and the topics at the heart of current events. Every subject everyone has an opinion on is their subject; it will end in 85 minutes or it won't — Barış, Bülent, and the audience will decide. Interactive show, 85 minutes, ages 15+.
📅 Wednesday, June 3 – 8:00 PM | Inspera Bodrum
This Story is Longer Than You, Osman – Theater
A scene experience that makes you laugh and then think after it's over.
📅 Saturday, June 6 – 8:30 PM
@biletinial
Concerts & Nightlife
Tango Fire – Concert
Teyfik Rodos and Filiz Güneş's powerful interpretations meet the performances of Tuğçe Doruk (piano), Ceyda Çetin (violin), and Berk Kavak (cello). Tickets are available at Inspera Design Store and Bubilet.
📅 Saturday, June 6 – 7:30 PM | Livaneli Stage, Inspera Bodrum
@insperabodrum
Asia – Kürşat Başar – Zafer Çebi – Concert
With Asya’s powerful and captivating voice, combined with Kürşat Başar’s saxophone performance and Zafer Çebi’s piano, the evening promises to be spectacular. Tickets are available at biletinial.com and at the Zai Bodrum box office. Ages 15 and up.
📅 Saturday, June 6 – 10:00 PM | Zai Bodrum
@bodrum_zai
Patival Electro After Party – DJ Night
As part of the Patival 5 Pet-Friendly Festival, enjoy house, electronic, melodic, and festival sets from sunset to midnight. On stage: Kemp, Erkan Demirci, Gürhan Akay (DJ), and the Garba Fire Show. Admission is free.
📅 Saturday, June 6 – 8:00 PM–12:00 AM | Pab Bodrum
@pativalbodrum
Chat & Book Club
Author Meet and Greet with Muzaffer Kale – Talk & Signing
62. “Poems of the Days We Live” talk and signing with poet-writer Muzaffer Kale, recipient of the Sait Faik Abasıyanık Short Story Award and the 2026 Ceyhun Atuf Kansu Poetry Award. Facilitator: Aydın Şimşek.
📅 Tuesday, June 2 – 3:00–4:30 p.m.
@bodrum_kanguru_art_house
Nâzım Hikmet Commemoration Program – June 3
An commemorative gathering with a surprise, featuring a presentation by Aydın Şimşek and the poetry reading group “Hüseyin Akşen ve Dostları”.
Wednesday, June 3 – 4:00 PM–5:30 PM
@bodrum_kanguru_art_house
Great Writers, Great Loves / 4 – Interview
Tomris Uyar and Yaşar Nezihe Bükülmez: This event explores the influence of these two female writers on our intellectual and literary world, as well as their love lives. Presented by Aydın Şimşek.
📅 Friday, June 5 – 4:00–5:30 p.m.
@bodrum_kanguru_art_house
Nazlı Eray Readings – Reading Group Meeting
Meeting between Nazlı Eray and the Nazlı Eray Readings Group.
📅 Saturday, June 6 – 2:00–4:00 p.m.
@bodrum_kanguru_art_house
Two Authors, Two Talks & Book Signing – A. Şebnem Birkan & Gülçin Gürüz
A discussion and book signing with two authors, moderated by Aydın Şimşek and Ş. Didem Keremoğlu.
📅 Sunday, June 7 – 4:00 PM–6:00 PM | Yeldeğirmeni Cad. 68, Bitez
@bodrum_kanguru_art_house
Exhibitions
There Will Come a Day / Bodrum – Group Exhibition (Opening)
Now in its sixth year, the Bodrum Workshop Gatherings exhibition brings together 50 artists under one roof; inspired by Orhan Veli’s poem “Gün Olur,” it focuses on the blue of the Mediterranean, its light, and the sense of freedom. Dr. İpek Çankaya serves as the curator.
📅 June 5 – July 5, 2026 | Opening: Friday, June 5 | Inspera Bodrum Culture and Arts
@artmelek_bodrum
Tarık Kartal – Reveal – Ceramics
An exhibition situated at the intersection of ceramics and discovery.
May 20 – June 27, 2026 | Marina Yacht Club
@merqezart
The Languages of the Soul – Mixed Exhibition
A mixed exhibition where different artists and different languages come together under one roof.
📅 May 16 – June 11, 2026 | Dibeklihan
@dibeklihan
Aha Barış – Subconscious – Exhibition
A visual journey into the inner world.
📅 May 16 – June 11, 2026 | Dibeklihan
@dibeklihan
In Between – Hülya Özdemir – Exhibition
The exhibition, which is in its final days this weekend, don't miss it.
📅 April 28 - June 5, 2026 | Inspera Store
@insperastore
Gastronomy & Tasting
Wine Breeze - Gastronomy Gulets
Türkiye’s first wine-focused gastronomy boat, Wine Breeze, is setting sail for the bays of Bodrum.
📅 Sunday, June 7
@wine.knowledge
Hobbies & Courses
Philosophy Workshop with Aydın Şimşek - “The Age of Enlightenment”
This workshop, where you'll meet Marx, Engels, David Hume, and Nietzsche, continues throughout June.
📅 Tuesday, June 2 & Wednesday, June 3 – 12:00–14:00
@bodrum_kanguru_art_house
Clay and Chalice - Ceramic Workshop
Shape your own ceramic piece in a warm and creative environment, accompanied by a glass of wine. Instructor: Murat Aslan.
📅 Friday, June 5 – 7:00–8:30 p.m.
@insperaartacademy
Neck Spine Pilates - Instructor Course
Comprehensive professional training covering exercise protocols for lower back, neck, and postural issues, as well as spinal problems. Proper class planning using the Reformer, Trapeze Table, and auxiliary equipment. Instructor: Melih Catalyurek / BAPS Academy.
June 6-7 (Saturday-Sunday) | Aylin Pilates Studio
@bapsacademy
Pilates Classes – Binnaz Karakaya Indoor Sports Hall
Pilates classes will be held throughout June at the sports center operated by the Bodrum Municipality, with sessions on Mondays through Fridays and Tuesdays through Thursdays. The monthly fee is 1,800 TL; to register, call 444 00 48.
📅 Starting June 1 – Monday–Friday & Tuesday–Thursday groups | Binnaz Karakaya Indoor Sports Hall
@bodrumbel
Back to You – With Mortal Lina
A cheerful and energetic introduction to Greek folk dance.
Every Monday – 18:00–19:00 | Gümüşlük Forum
@gumusluk_forum
Wood Carving – With Cengiz Gür
Learn wood carving techniques from the master.
📅 Every Monday & Wednesday – 10:30 AM–2:00 PM | Gumusluk Forum
@gumusluk_forum
Wellness & Yoga
Inspera x Surfer Caravan – Yoga with Duygu Özay
Mindful Yin & Yang Yoga practice; a morning flow where you slow down with your breath and reconnect with your body. A fresh start to your day with a green detox drink after your practice. Reservation: 531 378 49 45.
📅 Saturday, June 6 – 08:00–09:15 | Surfer Caravan, Bodrum
@insperaartacademy
Pilates - With Esin Cop
Mat Pilates class with Esin Cop.
📅 Every Monday - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Gümüşlük Forum
@gumusluk_forum
Mindful Fitness – With Christina Werner
Develop strength and balance with mindful movement.
Every Tuesday – 10:00 AM | Gümüşlük Forum
@gumusluk_forum
Laughter Yoga - Biriz Gündüz & Gülden Kleber
A yoga session filled with joy, breath, and laughter.
📅 Every Tuesday – 5:00 PM–5:45 PM | Gumusluk Forum
@gumusluk_forum
Transformation through Conscious Breathing – Didem Karasaç
Inner transformation and awareness with breathing techniques.
📅 Every Thursday – 10:00–11:00 | Gümüşlük Forum
@gumusluk_forum
Zumba with Gaye İnanç
Get into the rhythm, boost your energy.
📅 Every Friday – 10:00–11:00 | Gümüşlük Forum
@gumusluk_forum
Tai Chi – With Gülçin Erşen
Weekly practice for flow and balance.
📅 Every Friday & Sunday – 3:00 p.m. | Umurca Neighborhood, 2204 Street, No. 10
@bodrummodroom
Child Activities
Children's Workshops – Creative Market
A market morning filled with creative workshops; a fun and productive day for children.
📅 Sunday, June 7 – 11:30 AM–3:30 PM | Inspera Bodrum
@insperabodrum
Robotics Coding Workshop
Coding and robotics education for children; two separate sessions.
📅 Sunday, June 7 - 12:30 PM & 6:00 PM | Tezgah Bodrum
@tezgah_bodrum
Sunday School - English & Art
English speaking and drawing workshop for children; two separate sessions.
📅 Sunday, June 7 – English 2:30 PM–3:30 PM | Painting 3:30 PM–5:30 PM | Gümüşlük Forum
@gumusluk_forum
Water Sports & Active Activities
SUP Sabah Sessions - Stand Up Paddle
Row on the sea as the sun slowly rises; welcome the morning's silence and peace together. You can join with your own board or rent one.
June 1–7 – 06:30–08:00 & 08:30–10:00 | Güvercinlik, Bodrum
@sup_board_bodrum
Other Events
Exchange Village 3 – Hello Summer – Exchange Festival
At this festival, where money isn't used and no monetary equivalent is sought, clean items that are no longer used – from clothes to books, plants to toys – are exchanged. Anything left over will be delivered to those in need. Come with your own water bottle or cup.
📅 Sunday, June 7 – From 3:00 PM | Bir Oyun Atölye, Bitez
@iyiihtimallerkolektifi
Ortakent Producer Market
Local producer market selling pesticide-free and heirloom seed products; seasonal vegetables, fruits, and natural products.
Saturday, June 6 – 8:00 AM–2:00 PM | Ortakent
@bodrumseedassociation
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