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Youth and Sports Day 19th of May
Northern Cyprus celebrates 19th May as Youth and Sports Day. On this day the President, top officials and bureaucrats pay tribute to Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the founder of Modern Turkey. There are folk dances and athletic performances by the youth. The day is also known as Atatürk Remembrance.
Bellapais Music Festival 21st of May - 24th of June
The Bellapais Music Festival is a must watch for music lovers. Musicians from all over the world come to Cyprus to perform in this festival. The function starts at 9 in the evening in the Abbey of Bellapais. The tickets need to be booked early as they sell out very fast.
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