Bradford Literature Festival 2026
July 3 @ 8:00 am - July 12 @ 5:00 pm
Celebrating Turkish Culture Through Art, Thought, and Tradition
Yunus Emre Enstitüsü – London is proud to participate in Bradford Literature Festival 2026, one of the UK’s most celebrated cultural events, with a vibrant programme that brings the richness of Turkish arts, literature, and heritage to the heart of West Yorkshire.
Spanning two weekends, our contribution includes a series of thought-provoking talks, hands-on workshops, and captivating performances that reflect the depth and diversity of Anatolian cultural traditions. From classical crafts such as Calligraphy, and bookbinding to intellectual discussions on Ottoman aesthetics and the Turkish Sufi Tradition, the programme offers something for everyone—whether you’re a curious beginner, an art enthusiast, or a seasoned scholar.
Highlights of our 2026 programme include:
- Traditional Ottoman Bookbinding Talk
- Traditional Ottoman Bookbinding Workshop
- Shadow Puppet Magic: Karagöz & Hacivat Puppet Show
- Islamic Calligraphy Masterclass, Session One
- Islam Between East and West
- Ottoman Calligraphy Master Talk & Demonstration
- Islamic Calligraphy Masterclass, Session Two
- Introductory Ottoman Calligraphy Workshop
- Yunus Emre and the Turkish Sufi Tradition
- Turkish Classical and Sufi Music Concert
In addition to public-facing events, we’re also delighted to collaborate with local organisations, artists, and educators, furthering our mission to promote mutual understanding through shared cultural experiences.
Through this broad spectrum of activities, Yunus Emre Enstitüsü – London invites festival visitors to experience the beauty, refinement, and living heritage of Turkish culture—celebrated not as a relic of the past, but as a dynamic tradition that continues to inspire.
We look forward to welcoming you at Bradford Literature Festival 2026—a meeting point of ideas, creativity, and community.
