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2026 Bodrum International Ballet Festival Program
31 July, Friday — Swan Lake — 21:45
1 August, Saturday — Swan Lake — 21:45
4 August, Tuesday — Zorba the Greek — 21:45
5 August, Wednesday — Zorba the Greek — 21:45
8 August, Saturday — Carmina Burana — 21:45
9 August, Sunday — Carmina Burana — 21:45
12 August, Wednesday — Bolero - Correo Fado — 21:45
13 August, Thursday — Bolero - Correo Fado — 21:45
The Bodrum International Ballet Festival is a distinguished open-air cultural event that brings together world-class ballet productions in a historic setting. Combining classical tradition with modern expression, the festival offers a refined artistic experience for audiences who appreciate high-quality performances in an atmospheric environment.
Seats in the 2nd and 3rd categories — B–D and A–E blocks — are included in the ticket price and provide a comfortable seating layout with a clear and unobstructed view of the stage — early reservations are strongly recommended to secure the best seat selection.
The festival program is shaped around internationally renowned classical ballets that define the core of ballet tradition — productions such as Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker, Romeo and Juliet, Giselle, and Don Quixote. These works are admired for their musical richness, technical excellence, and emotional storytelling.
Narrative ballets inspired by literature and theater hold a strong place in the festival’s artistic identity — featuring expressive movement, strong characters, and powerful stage presence. These productions emphasize emotion, conflict, and visual storytelling.
The festival also embraces modern interpretations of ballet — blending contemporary choreography with innovative music and visual design while remaining rooted in classical technique. These performances offer a fresh and dynamic perspective on movement and rhythm.
Performances take place in a historic open-air venue where ancient stone architecture and natural acoustics create a unique and immersive cultural atmosphere — enhancing every movement on stage.
All performances are staged in the evening and include a short intermission — allowing audiences to relax, enjoy the surroundings, and fully absorb the artistic experience.
The festival stands out as one of the most important cultural events — attracting ballet enthusiasts, art lovers, and international visitors seeking a premium artistic experience.
All productions are performed by professional ballet companies and respected ensembles — ensuring consistent quality, discipline, and artistic depth throughout the festival.
Experiencing ballet in an open-air historic venue offers a rare opportunity — combining art, history, and atmosphere in a way that indoor theaters cannot replicate.
Included seating categories are designed for comfort and visibility — offering clear sightlines that allow the audience to fully enjoy the performance from beginning to end.
Seating availability is limited — early booking is highly recommended to secure preferred seating areas.
The festival presents classical ballet masterpieces, narrative story-driven works, and contemporary ballet productions.
Yes — the program is designed to appeal both to experienced ballet enthusiasts and to newcomers discovering ballet for the first time.
All performances are held in a historic open-air cultural venue in Bodrum.
Yes — each performance includes a short intermission for audience comfort.
Yes — due to limited seating and strong demand, early reservations are strongly recommended.
Booking Tickets for the International Bodrum Ballet Festival at Bodrum Castle
You can easily book tickets for the International Bodrum Ballet Festival online through the Vigo Tours website. Early reservations are strongly recommended to ensure good seating for the shows.
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For the festival program, please refer to the full description section above!
The Bodrum International Ballet Festival (Turkish: Uluslararası Bodrum Bale Festivali) is a prestigious annual event held in the popular Turkish port city of Bodrum. Organized by the Turkish State Opera and Ballet since 2002, the festival takes place during the summer, typically in July and August. The Bodrum Castle and Theatre of Halicarnassus are the main venues for this extraordinary cultural event.
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| Ticket type | Price |
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| Person 07 > | € 25 |
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El Festival Internacional de Ballet de Bodrum se celebra normalmente desde finales de julio hasta mediados de agosto.
A día de hoy, el programa oficial del festival de ballet para 2026 aún no ha sido anunciado y, por lo tanto, los precios de las entradas tampoco están disponibles.
Según la experiencia de años anteriores, el programa y los precios suelen publicarse alrededor de mayo o junio. Lamentablemente, en este momento no podemos facilitarle información concreta sobre tarifas o zonas.
Le pedimos disculpas por no poder ofrecerle un precio por ahora. Si vuelve a ponerse en contacto con nosotros en mayo o junio, estaremos encantados de informarle en cuanto los precios sean oficiales.
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Vigo Tours
Hello Eden Wey, Thank you very much for contacting us. There is no need for 2 separate reservations. When you reserve a place for 2 people with a single reservation, we will ensure that you and your partner sit side by side. We would like to inform you that there are not many seats left for August 7th. Best regards, Vigo Tours
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