Antalya Fashion Week (AFW 2026) is set to welcome fashion enthusiasts for the 9th time between June 2–4. Hosting runway shows by some of Turkey’s leading designers, the event is expanding onto the international stage with the participation of designers from Kazakhstan and Dubai. The grand finale of AFW 2026 will take place with a spectacular show at the historic Hıdırlık Tower, a remarkable monument dating back to the Roman era.
Held under the main sponsorship of Arso Group, AFW 2026 will bring together prominent designers from both Turkey and abroad, reaffirming its status as the country’s largest fashion event. The week will open at Hotel Su with a runway show featuring Belma Özdemir’s collection, inspired by Anatolia’s rich heritage of handwoven carpets and kilims. The event will continue with runway presentations by Gökhan Yavaş, Murat Aytulum, Tuğçe Özkurt, Cihan Nacar, Kristina Kibovskaya, Chinara Yelmuratovna, Snim, and Alla Zhelaretti—turning Antalya into the beating heart of fashion.
AN UNFORGETTABLE SHOW AT A ROMAN LANDMARK
Beyond the runway, AFW 2026 will connect with the city through a series of workshops held across various locations in Antalya. The event will conclude with a highly anticipated closing show that is set to leave a lasting impression. Renowned for his artistic vision, Cihan Nacar will present a specially curated collection at Hıdırlık Tower, one of Antalya’s most iconic landmarks located in the historic Kaleiçi district. Set against the backdrop of this 2nd-century Roman monument, the runway will transform into a visual spectacle, accompanied by the Chamber Orchestra of Akdeniz University Antalya State Conservatory under the direction of conductor Sonat Coşkuner.
“THE FASHION WORLD WILL HAVE ITS EYES ON ANTALYA”
Eda Meltem Yılmaz, Founder of Emy Organization, highlighted Antalya’s growing presence in the global fashion scene:
“As Antalya Fashion Week, we have established a significant position among international fashion weeks. Beyond tourism, Antalya is now becoming a focal point for the fashion world. We continue to work tirelessly to transform Antalya into a global city recognized for fashion. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to our valued sponsors, the Antalya Governorship, TGA, the Antalya Provincial Directorate of Culture and Tourism, and all supporting institutions who have stood by us throughout this journey.”