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Event · 01.08.2024 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

50th anniversary of the founding of the Security Forces Command

The Security Forces Command of Northern Cyprus celebrate their 50th anniversary on August 1st. The Security Forces are the successor organization to the Turkish Resistance Organization and have been in operation since Operation Mutlu Barış Harekâtı on July 20, 1974…

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Event · 01.08.2024 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

1 Ağustos Toplumsal Direniş Bayramı

August 1st is observed as Toplumsal Direniş Bayramı (Social Resistance Day) in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. It marks significant historical moments for the Turkish people of Cyprus, including the founding of the Turkish Mukavemet…

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Event · 01.08.2023 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

1 Ağustos Toplumsal Direniş Bayramı

August 1st is the Day of Social Resistance in Northern Cyprus, celebrated with pride and enthusiasm. This celebration honors the struggles for existence and resistance waged by Turkish Cypriots against oppression, attacks, embargoes, and more.

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Event · 01.08.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

21st Lemesos International Documentary Film Festival

The 21st Lemesos International Documentary Festival takes place from August 1st to 8th at Ceronia Hall, Lanitis Carob Mill in Limassol. The festival opens on August 1st at 8:30 pm with…

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Event · 20.10.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

Sooshi Mango brings 'Home Made World Tour' to Nicosia

Australian comedy group Sooshi Mango will be coming to Nicosia for the first time as part of their 'Home Made World Tour', performing at the Strovolos Municipal Theatre on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The show consists of…

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Event · 16.08.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

Imiskoumbria live in Cyprus

The Greek hip-hop trio Imiskoumbria are reuniting after ten years and will perform on August 16th at NAVA Seaside, Protaras, Northern Cyprus. The concert starts at 7 pm and celebrates 30 years…

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Event · 03.11.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

More free summer cinema in Nicosia

A new summer cinema series for families will take place from July 27th to 31st at the Dali municipal amphitheater on the outskirts of Nicosia. These open-air film nights are organized by the South Nicosia-Idalion municipality as part of its summer cinema festival…

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Event · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

Dadaloğlu Avşar Culture and Arts Festival

The President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Ersin Tatar, visited Kayseri to participate in the traditional Dadaloğlu Avşar Culture and Arts Festival. Tatar will hold a conference as part of the festival. The festival is a…

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Event · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

Beyarmudu Festivali sanatçı Fatma Turgut'un konseriyle sona erdi

The multi-day Beyarmudu Festival in Northern Cyprus concluded with a concert by the artist Fatma Turgut. The festival encompassed concerts, folk dance performances, sporting competitions, and cultural activities over four days. The mayor of Beyarmudu, Bülent…

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Event · August 1, 2020 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

13th Basket Weaving and Traditional Culture Festival in Livadia

The 13th Basket Weaving and Traditional Culture Festival will take place in Livadia, Larnaca, on August 1st. From 8 pm onwards, visitors can observe traditional crafts such as basket weaving and more at Agnooumenon Square in Agia Paraskevi.

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Event · 04.08.2024 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

Sting concert at Tsirio Stadium Limassol

Sting returns to Cyprus after two decades with a concert at the Tsirio Stadium in Limassol. The STING 3.0 Tour features a stripped-down lineup of three musicians, including Sting himself, Dominic…

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Event · 03.11.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

CraftXbeerience Vol. 2 in Ayia Napa Marina

On August 1st and 2nd, a two-day festival called CraftXbeerience Vol. 2, dedicated to the local craft beer culture, will take place in Ayia Napa Marina. Various independent breweries from Cyprus will be presenting their beers and…

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Event · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

13+ Yaş Kısa Kulvar Kulüpler Arası Yüzme Şampiyonası

The Yakın Doğu University swimming team successfully participated in the 13+ Age Short Course Club Championships organized by the Northern Cyprus Swimming Association. The team secured the title in the Star Boys category and finished in the Junior Girls category…

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Event · 08.08.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

21st Lemesos International Documentary Festival

The annual Lemesos International Documentary Festival takes place on August 8th in the Ceronia Hall of the Lanitis Carob Mill. Award-winning documentaries will be screened, with three films each evening exploring different human, social, and other themes…

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Event · 07.08.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

Chara Miller Jazz Quartet performs in Paphos

On Friday, August 7th, the Chara Miller Jazz Quartet will perform live at Technopolis 20 in Paphos at 8 pm. The four musicians will present a summery jazz and swing repertoire with well-known…

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Event · 31.07.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

Voice and piano celebrate Paphos friendship

The 'Voice & Piano Soirée' concert on July 31st at Technopolis 20, Paphos, celebrates friendship. International artists such as bass Andrew Robert Munn, mezzo-soprano Luzia Ostermann, and the Cypriot pianist…

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Event · 03.11.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

Üretimin İzleri: Simgesel Sanat Eseri Yarışması

The Lefkoşa Municipality is organizing the art competition 'Üretimin İzleri: Simgesel Sanat Eseri Yarışması', inviting artists, designers, architects and professionals from related disciplines from Northern Cyprus and beyond to create an original…

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Event · July 24, 2020 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

Events on Friday, July 24

On Friday, July 24th, various cultural events will take place in different locations in Northern Cyprus. In Larnaca, the 'Mikis Theodorakis – Nychta Dicha Akri' concert will be held at the Kition Archaeological Site at 9 pm…

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Event · 03.11.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

Kleftiko in taverns in Northern Cyprus

The official welcome of summer is celebrated with ofto kleftiko, a traditional meat dish slowly cooked in a wood-fired oven, in various tavernas in Northern Cyprus. The event takes place regularly in the aforementioned tavernas on specific opening days, such as…

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Event · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

11. Leymosunlular Buluşması

Under the motto 'Leymosun in our kitchens, Leymosun in our communities', a meeting of Leymosun residents of different generations took place. The event began with speeches by the mayor of Girne, Murat Şenkul, and the chairman of the Leymosun Cultural Association,…

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Event · 03.11.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

7th Nicosia International Festival with 22 productions

The 7th Nicosia International Festival presents 22 productions from Cyprus, Greece, Lebanon, France, Ireland, and Spain. The festival runs from September 12th to November 1st at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre…

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Event · 03.11.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

Euripides' Alcestis concludes the Greek Drama Festival

The National Theatre of Greece is performing Euripides' tragedy Alcestis as part of the International Festival of Ancient Greek Drama. Performances will take place on August 7th and 8th at the Curium Ancient Theatre in…

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Event · 03.11.2026 · 2 months ago · Editorial staff

Th-Eros Tradition Festival in Larnaca

The Th-Eros Tradition Festival takes place on August 1st and 2nd in Larnaca's Europe Square. The festival celebrates Cypriot folk art and cultural heritage with live music, dance, and a market featuring…

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