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BODRUM PREPARES FOR 103RD ANNIVERSARY OF VICTORY DAY

26.08.2025

The 103rd anniversary of Victory Day will be marked with pride, unity and festive spirit throughout Bodrum

Bodrum Municipality has announced a wide-ranging programme of events to mark the 103rd anniversary of 30 August Victory Day, with celebrations taking place across four locations in the city. Citizens of all ages are invited to join the festivities, which will be filled with pride and enthusiasm.

Torchlight Parades & Concerts

The celebrations will begin at 20:30 with torchlight parades, followed at 21:30 by concerts to crown the evening with music and unity.

Bodrum Center: A parade from Bodrum Milta Marina to Bodrum Municipality Square, followed by a concert from the band “Madrigal”.

Yalıkavak: Parade from the Municipal Café to Atatürk Square, followed by a concert the band Pusula.

Turgutreis: Parade from Akçaalan Multi-Purpose Hall to Atatürk Square, followed by a performance by the band “Dolu Kadehi Ters Tut”.

Mumcular: Parade from Karaova Mustafa Kallem Park to Cumhuriyet Square, followed by a concert from the band “Emirhan & Görkem Band”.

Mayor Mandalinci: “The Sound of Victory Echoes for 103 Years”

Mayor Tamer Mandalinci invited all citizens to celebrate with Turkish flags in hand:

“30 August is one of the greatest symbols of the Turkish nation’s faith, courage and determination in the struggle for independence. The Battle of the Commander-in-Chief was not only a military victory, but also the rebirth of a nation. This victory was achieved through sacrifice, perseverance, and unshakable resolve.

For 103 years, the voice of this victory has echoed proudly. It is our duty to keep its spirit alive, to pass it on to future generations, and to uphold the principles of equality, freedom and justice. I commemorate with respect and gratitude Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and his comrades-in-arms, and I invite all our citizens to join us on 30 August to celebrate this historic triumph together.”

The municipality emphasised that this year’s Victory Day celebrations will unite the city in remembrance, pride and festivity.