Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) School of Health Services will organize an event titled “Republic Day Enthusiasm: Youth, Arts and Sports Festival” as part of the Republic Day celebrations.

The event will take place on Monday, October 26, 2026, from 12:30 to 16:30 at the Mehmet Akif Ersoy Conference Hall, J Block, featuring various cultural, artistic, and sporting activities to celebrate the 103rd anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye.

The program will begin with a moment of silence and the Turkish National Anthem, followed by an opening speech by Asst. Prof. Abdullah Yüksel Barut, Director of the School of Health Services. The event will feature a special Republic Day musical performance by the IGU Youth Choir Club, an Atatürk slideshow presentation, a traditional Zeybek performance, and dance performances.

The program will also include the Medal Ceremony of the 3rd Republic Cup Tournament. The event will continue with a DJ performance and conclude with closing remarks and acknowledgments.

As Istanbul Gelisim University Faculty of Health Sciences, we invite all academic and administrative staff members and students to participate in this meaningful event celebrating the 103rd anniversary of our Republic.

Event Details

• Date: Monday, October 26, 2026

• Time: 12:30–16:30

• Venue: J Block, Mehmet Akif Ersoy Conference Hall

• Organizer: IGU School of Health Services