Fatih Art Academy Summer Courses 2026 Are Opening for Registration! 🎨🎻🎭

Looking for a creative way to spend your summer in Istanbul? Fatih Art Academy, organized by Fatih Municipality, is launching its 2026 Summer Term with a wide range of free art courses for children, young people, and adults.

From music and visual arts to drama and traditional Turkish arts, participants will have the opportunity to develop their artistic skills under the guidance of experienced instructors.

Registration Dates

📅 Registration for Fatih district residents: June 22, 2026

📅 Registration opens for all Istanbul residents: June 29, 2026

🎓 Summer courses begin: July 14, 2026

The day and time you choose during registration will also be the schedule for your first class.

Available Courses

Participants can choose from a variety of artistic disciplines.

Music

• Piano
• Violin
• Guitar
• Bağlama (Turkish lute)
• Ney (Traditional reed flute)
• Kanun (Traditional zither)
• Bendir Workshop
• Vocal Training
• Choir

Visual Arts

• Painting
• Ebru (Traditional Turkish Marbling Art)
• Ceramics
• Sculpture

Performing Arts & Design

• Drama
• Design & Production Workshops
• Self-Confidence Workshop

Whether you're a beginner or already have artistic experience, there's a course designed for every level.

Participation Requirements

Please note the following registration conditions:

• Residents of Fatih District may register starting June 22, 2026.
• Applications from all Istanbul residents will open on June 29, 2026.
• Classes will officially begin on July 14, 2026.
• The course schedule selected during registration will determine your first lesson.
• Final admission to the Design & Production Workshops, Choir, and Vocal Training programs will be determined through an audition/interview process.

Photo & Video Consent

Fatih Art Academy reserves the right to use photographs, videos, and images of participants' artwork captured during the courses for promotional purposes, including publication on social media platforms and other official communication channels.

Spend Your Summer with Art in Istanbul

Fatih Art Academy offers an excellent opportunity to discover new talents, improve your artistic abilities, and enjoy a productive summer in one of Istanbul's most historic districts.

Whether you're interested in learning a musical instrument, exploring traditional Turkish arts, or expressing your creativity through painting and sculpture, these summer courses provide an inspiring environment for participants of all ages.

As places are limited, early registration is highly recommended.