North Cyprus Local Events
Throughout the year there are many cultural celebrations, festivals and events in North Cyprus. Be sure to check here regularly for the latest news on upcoming North Cyprus events. From time to time artists from North Cyprus, Turkey and other countries have their exhibitions in the old cellar of the Bellapais Abbey. The Bellapais Festival takes place in spring from mid April to mid June and in autumn from mid September to mid October and makes for a great time to visit. Also don't miss the International Famagusta Art and Culture Festival which takes places from mid June until mid.
Place: Kyrenia and Famagusta (1 Jan 2012 - 31 Dec 2012)
Anglican and Roman Catholic Church services take place in both Kyrenia and Famagusta, and occasionally in Greek Orthodox Churches in Guzelyurt and Karpaz .
Place: Various (1 Jan 2012 - 31 Dec 2012)
Several markets take place once a week where locals and holidaymakers can purchase bric-a-brac, homemade cakes, art works, jewellery, books and much more at reasonable prices.
International Bellapais Music Festival
Place: Bellapais Abbey (15 May 2012 - 20 Jun 2012)The 16th International Bellapais Music Festival takes place between mid May and mid June. The programme is yet to be confirmed. Most programmes are recitals by international artistes.
Place: North Cyprus (20 Jul 2012 - 18 Aug 2012)
The month of Ramadan is a time when Muslims fast during daytime from the 20th of July untill the 18th of August 2012.
Place: North Cyprus (19 Aug 2012 - 21 Aug 2012)
The religious festivals Kurban Bayramı and Şeker Bayramı are celebrated every year according to the Lunar Calendar in North Cyprus.
Place: North Cyprus (25 Oct 2012 - 28 Oct 2012)
The religious festivals Kurban Bayramı and Şeker Bayramı are celebrated every year according to the Lunar Calendar.
