11th Torch Festival Begins in Dikmen, Northern Cyprus

The annual Torch Festival is starting in Dikmen. This year marks the 11th edition of the event.

The 11th Torch Festival, organized by the Dikmen Municipality, will take place from July 5 to July 11, featuring performances and concerts. The festival will begin in the village of Dağyolu with 11 torches representing 11 villages and will conclude on July 11 in the center of Dikmen.

The goal of the festival is to preserve Cypriot culture. All the artists performing at the festival, showcasing Cypriot folk dances, various stands, and shows, are Cypriots.

Throughout the festival, attendees can look forward to a full program of events and concerts reflecting Cypriot culture.

Festival Program

Friday, July 5 — Dağyolu

• Dikmen Folk Dances
• Bingo Draw
• Concert by Sultan Durusular

Saturday, July 6 – Yeni Mahalle

• Sports Competitions
• Children's Activities
• Concert by Nafiz Dölek

Sunday, July 7 – Pınarbaşı

• Various Events
• Concert by Cemal Arslangazi and Adem Erim

Monday, July 8 – Ağırdağ-Boğaz

• Dikmen Folk Dances
• Men's Acrobatic Show
• Performance by the Middle Eastern Dance School

Tuesday, July 9 – Taşkent

• LED Dance Shows
• Erbulut Gymnastics Show
• Taşkent Development and Improvement Association Children's Theatre
• Concert by Yahya Erenkoy

July 10-13 – Dikmen Center

• July 10: Concert by Hüseyin Sultan
• July 11: Salt Concert and Frequency Concert
• July 12: Concert by Ahmet Evan
• July 13: Concert by Reva