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Daily edition · 24 October 2026
Istanbul Today
A dry, cool Saturday of museums, theatre, concerts and city sport — with verified sources.
Updated: 24 October 2026, 11:45 TRT
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Ways into a living city
Editorial material and practical answers make it easier to understand what is happening around the city.
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The city now
Events, exhibitions, transport and important changes around Istanbul.
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Verified material
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Practical answers
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What’s On
Istanbul right now
Events and city updates with a clear source and verification date. The first article is in preparation.
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- Highlights
- Unusual Istanbul
- Free events
- With kids
- Exhibitions
- Concerts
- Theatre & shows
- Sports in Istanbul
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Kirill Zolotarev
Stage director and creative producer with more than 19 years of experience. Author of NeGid Istanbul, living in Istanbul.
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