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Open air stages, parks, and massive event venues all across İstanbul will host spectacular events throughout July. World renowned stars will take the stage in events reflecting the dynamic energy of summer, offering the audience delightful moments. As a true city of theater, İstanbul will, as always, offer you the chance to watch magnificent plays this July.

Let's take a look together at what İstanbul's culture and arts calendar, which impresses with its rich program, promises you in July.

Catch the Rhythm of Music with the İstanbul Jazz Festival

One of the most talked-about events of July is undoubtedly the İstanbul Jazz Festival. If you want to listen to jazz artists who perfectly match the warm, intimate, and dynamic vibe of summer, you should definitely attend this festival. Organized by the İstanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (İKSV), this event will start on June 30 and run until July 13.

The festival does not have a single location. Spanning 14 days, dozens of local and international artists will take part in the İstanbul Jazz Festival, which will be held across different venues in the city. Legendary names of world music, from Marcus Miller to Robert Plant, will perform as part of the İstanbul Jazz Festival this year. Blending traditional and modern tunes, this festival offers a wonderful opportunity for jazz lovers.

If you would like to get more detailed information about the festival, you can check out our article titled "İstanbul Jazz Festival Guide: Experiences Awaiting Jazz Enthusiasts."

Three Days of Non-Stop Entertainment: Manifestival

Manifest, which has become one of the iconic groups of Turkish pop music in recent years, is organizing its own festival this year, just like last year. Drawing attention with its new location and expanded stage design, Manifestival will take place at Festival Park Yenikapı on July 10-11-12.

This massive three-day organization will impress with its open-air atmosphere and high-tempo performances. Artists like Selin, M Lisa, and Pinhani will also take the stage, and the closing act on all days of the event will, of course, be Manifest themselves. This colorful six-member group will give the audience magnificent moments with their lively songs, catchy choreographies, and high energy.

The Legendary Name of Pop Music, Ricky Martin, is in İstanbul!

Grammy award winner Ricky Martin, who took the whole world by storm in the 2000s, will meet music lovers on the evening of July 11 at the Küçükçiftlik Park stage. Having tailored the enthusiasm of summer to his entire career with songs like Livin' La Vida Loca and Vente Pa' Ca, the artist also stands out with his live stage shows.

Bringing a true Latin breeze to Küçükçiftlik Park, this concert is expected to be one of the most talked-of events of July with its energetic atmosphere and dance choreographies. High attendance is expected for this concert taking place in the heart of İstanbul.

A Breathtaking Masterpiece of Theater History: Amadeus

Among the plays to be staged throughout the month, Amadeus stands out. The real-life story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri, two of the most famous composers of all time, meets İstanbulites in July.

Masterfully handling the conflict between talent and jealousy, Amadeus will meet the audience on the evening of July 15 at the Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open-Air Theatre. If you want to make room in your schedule for a remarkable production, memorable acting, and an impressive story, you should give Amadeus a chance. Watching this striking play starring two actors who truly command the stage Selçuk Yöntem (Salieri) and Tansu Biçer (Mozart) can be a unique experience for you.

A Unique Experience in the Heart of Nature: SoundScape Festival

If you want to get away from the chaos of İstanbul for a bit, SoundScape Festival might be just for you. This electronic-music-based event offers an experience that sets it apart from its counterparts, as it is held in an area intertwined with nature. The impressive forested area of Life Park İstanbul will host world-famous music artists on July 25 - 26.

You can listen to the performances of famous names like Monolink and Be Svendsen on three different stages to be set up in the heart of nature. The festival is not just built around music; rare gourmet delicacies and physical activities in the wooded area are also part of the event. If you need a unique and authentic two-day getaway, it is well worth catching SoundScape!