EVENT CALENDAR
Within the scope of the European Week of Sport 2026, the project aims to encourage people of all ages, genders and backgrounds across Türkiye to engage in sport and physical activity. Through nationwide activities, local partnerships and the multiplier effect of communication and participation, the initiative seeks to reach communities throughout the country and further strengthen awareness of active and healthy lifestyles.
In the 2026 edition of the European Week of Sport, particular emphasis will be placed on promoting European values and strengthening their connection with Olympic values. The activities will highlight shared principles such as respect, friendship, solidarity, inclusion and excellence, demonstrating the role of sport in bringing individuals and communities together.
At the same time, the organisation of the European Week of Sport will continue to follow a responsible and environmentally conscious approach. Communication and promotional materials will be produced and distributed in a limited, proportionate and sustainable manner, with particular attention given to reducing unnecessary environmental impact.
The primary target audience of the project has been identified as seven provinces in Türkiye with high tourism potential and population density: Istanbul, Bursa, Samsun, Muğla, Nevşehir, Konya and Şanlıurfa. The overall target audience of the project covers all 81 provinces of Türkiye.
Throughout the European Week of Sport, a total of 120 National Wellness Days For All events will be organised across the seven provinces included in the primary target group. Through these activities, the project aims to encourage participation in sport and physical activity, promote healthy lifestyles, strengthen social participation and increase awareness of the importance of active living among different age groups and communities.
The activities will be implemented in cooperation with project stakeholders, local authorities, sports organisations, public institutions and local communities, contributing to the wider dissemination of the European Week of Sport message across Türkiye.
Our national event:
Event Name: BeActive Sports Village
Event Date: 26 September 2026, Saturday
Event Location: Istanbul
As the national highlight of the European Week of Sport 2026 in Türkiye, the BeActive Sports Village will take place in Istanbul on Saturday, 26 September 2026.
Designed as a large-scale public celebration of sport and physical activity, the BeActive Sports Village will bring together people from different age groups and backgrounds in an inclusive, accessible and engaging environment. Through a diverse programme of sporting activities, demonstrations and participatory experiences, the event will embody the spirit of the European Week of Sport while promoting active living, community participation and the shared values of sport.
Located in Istanbul, a city that connects cultures, communities and continents, the national event will provide strong visibility for the European Week of Sport and create opportunities for broad public participation and media engagement.
Our regional and local activities in seven provinces will be as follows:
Istanbul:
A meeting point of cultures and continents, Istanbul will bring diverse communities together to celebrate active living, European unity and the Olympic spirit. As one of Türkiye's largest and most dynamic cities, Istanbul will play a central role in increasing the visibility of the European Week of Sport and encouraging widespread participation in sport and physical activity.
In addition to hosting the national BeActive Sports Village on 26 September 2026, activities organised across Istanbul during the European Week of Sport will encourage people of different ages and backgrounds to adopt a more active lifestyle and experience the unifying power of sport.
Bursa:
With its rich historical heritage and green landscapes, Bursa will celebrate the European Week of Sport by bringing people together through physical activity and the shared values of friendship and respect.
The activities organised in Bursa will encourage local communities to adopt more active lifestyles while highlighting the role of sport in supporting social participation, well-being and community cohesion.
Samsun:
Along the Black Sea coast, Samsun will bring people together through sport, encouraging young people and local communities to embrace active living, teamwork and friendship.
Activities organised throughout the European Week of Sport will promote regular physical activity and strengthen awareness of the positive contribution of sport to individual well-being, social interaction and community life.
Muğla:
With its scenic coastline and natural beauty, Muğla will encourage residents and visitors to embrace outdoor activity, healthy living and the shared joy of sport.
Taking advantage of the province's natural environment, activities will promote participation in outdoor physical activity while reinforcing the connection between sport, well-being, nature and an active lifestyle.
Nevşehir:
Set against the distinctive landscapes of Cappadocia, Nevşehir will inspire people to get active while celebrating the connection between sport, nature and cultural discovery.
Activities in the province will provide opportunities to promote outdoor physical activity while drawing attention to the close relationship between healthy lifestyles, natural surroundings and cultural heritage.
Konya:
With its rich cultural heritage and tradition of hospitality, Konya will promote healthy living through sport, embracing the values of respect, friendship and togetherness.
Local activities will encourage participation across different sections of society and reinforce the importance of sport as a means of improving physical well-being, supporting social inclusion and strengthening community connections.
Şanlıurfa:
Shaped by a deep history and rich cultural traditions, Şanlıurfa will bring communities together through sport, celebrating diversity and encouraging an active lifestyle.
The European Week of Sport activities in Şanlıurfa will emphasise accessibility, participation and social inclusion, helping people experience sport as an enjoyable and shared part of everyday life.
Through the 120 National Wellness Days For All events implemented across these seven provinces, the European Week of Sport 2026 in Türkiye will seek to reach diverse communities and encourage more people to make sport and physical activity a regular part of their daily lives.
By combining national visibility with strong local participation and extending the project's overall reach to all 81 provinces of Türkiye, the initiative will promote the message that sport is accessible to everyone and can contribute to healthier, more inclusive, more active and more connected communities.
