Events in Bodrum during 2012

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While visiting Bodrum, you will discover that it is full of surprisingly notable events. Explore the events of Turkey while being pampered by the comfort of a car rental. Take home the best memories from your trip in Bodrum. Gather remarkable memories from the events taking place in Bodrum. Participate in the most fascinating festivals to discover the culture and life of Bodrum. Whether in the city center, just outside or close to the next event, you will find what you're looking for easily and conveniently. The Economy Car Rentals pages have also compiled the latest news about Bodrum in order to give you the opportunity to combine all important information.
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February

Kurban Bayrami - Eid al-Adha or "Festival of Sacrifice" - It is a four-day event in February, a religious holiday that is celebrated by Muslims worldwide.

August

Aegean Festival (mid August) - This event of Bodrum is held at the Yalikavak Marina and includes folklore music, dancing and food.
Bodrum International Ballet Festival - It is the first and only ballet festival of Turkey and it is held at the historical Bodrum Castle. (www.bodrumballetfestival.gov.tr)

April

Traditional Mesir Festival - This is a popular festival of Bodrum held in Manisa. It is known as 'Power Gum' and it features a collection of herbs and spices to cure all ailments.

September

International Folk Dance Festival - Folk dance, vocal and instrumental groups from Eastern Europe flock to Bodrum.

May

Bodrum Bicycle Festival - The event begins at Neyzen Tevfik Street and during the festival, there are other activities like dance shows and live music performances.
Diving Festival (mid May) - This festival in Bodrum features various demonstrations and exhibitions of historic dive equipment. It is run by the Bodrum Underwater Society.

October

Bodrum Cup Wooden Yacht Regatta (every third week in October) - This event in Bodrum is an annual yacht regatta that promotes interest and skill in sailing. (www.bodrumcup.com)
Seker Bayram - This three days event is known also as Candy Festival and marks the end of Ramadan. Among the festivities it is included the eating of candy.

June

International Bodrum Film Festival - This Bodrum festival is held in Bodrum Castle and consists of concerts and documentaries.

December

Bodrum Jazz Days - This event in Bodrum showcases several famous jazz musicians and young lively performing talents.

July

Gumusluk International Classical Music Festival (July - September) - This music festival is held in the ancient church of Eklisia in Gümüslük, a small village 21 km / 13 miles west of Bodrum. (www.gumuslukfestival.org)