ABOUT THE EVENT
Kenan Doğulu at Bornova Aşık Veysel Açıkhava Tiyatrosu, Izmir
Kenan Doğulu plays Bornova Aşık Veysel Açıkhava Tiyatrosu in Izmir, Turkey on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The listed start time is 21:00 local time.
Kenan Doğulu brings a pop and R&B catalogue he produced himself to the stage with a live band, so arrangements and groove are as much part of the concert as the hits.
The central section facing the stage is one of the best places to hear vocals and band in balance. At open-air theatres, tiered seating gives good views from higher rows too.
This template applies only when Kenan Doğulu is confirmed as the primary performer.
Event details
- Tickets
- On sale on Ticketmaster
THE LIVE SHOW
What Kenan Doğulu concerts are like
The central section facing the stage is one of the best places to hear the vocals and band in balance. At open-air theatres, tiered seating keeps sightlines good even from higher rows, while side blocks can change the sound balance.
Songs such as Çakkıdı and Shake It Up Şekerim tend to lift the room, while slower songs bring a more attentive atmosphere. Guest musicians sometimes appear, but they are only certain when the organiser announces them in advance. Encores and medleys can reshape the running order from night to night.
Tips for the Izmir show
- Read whether the venue is seated or standing before choosing a category.
- Do not buy a ticket on the hope of a guest artist.
- Allow time to leave the car park after an open-air show.
New to the music? Çakkıdı, Shake It Up Şekerim and Kız Sana Hayran show his mix of pop hooks and R&B rhythm.
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ABOUT THE ARTIST
About Kenan Doğulu
Kenan Doğulu is a singer, songwriter, composer and producer born in Istanbul in 1974, son of musician Yurdaer Doğulu and brother of Ozan Doğulu.
He represented Türkiye at Eurovision 2007 with Shake It Up Şekerim, finishing fourth, and his album Festival was certified platinum.
- Origin
- Istanbul, Türkiye
- Genre
- Pop and R&B
- Active since
- 1993
- Notable work
- Festival, Patron and Aşka Türlü Şeyler
- Known for
- Çakkıdı, Shake It Up Şekerim, Baş Harfi Ben and Kız Sana Hayran
Career highlights
- Finished fourth at Eurovision 2007 with 163 points.
- His Sezen Aksu duet Çakkıdı reached number one.
- He produces and arranges his own recordings.
Getting to Bornova Aşık Veysel Açıkhava Tiyatrosu
Bornova Aşık Veysel Açıkhava Tiyatrosu is the venue for Kenan Doğulu's Izmir show. The listed address is Erzene Mah., Izmir. Check the venue's entry times and bag policy before the day, and plan your route home in advance, as large concerts often finish when public transport is at its busiest.
The venue may be seated or standing; read the layout on the ticket listing. Guest artists are not guaranteed unless announced in advance.
The latest stored Ticketmaster record marks this listing as on sale. No price is shown here unless the provider supplies one.
Travelling to Izmir for the concert
Most visitors flying in for this show land at Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB). Because it is a Saturday show, the concert crowd lands on top of the usual weekend visitors, so hotels in Izmir are worth booking early.
With a 21:00 start, the show will end late in the evening. Check the last train or bus back to where you are staying before you set off, and fly in the day before so a delayed flight does not cost you the concert.
Frequently asked questions
When is Kenan Doğulu in Izmir?
The stored event date and time are Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 21:00.
Where is the Kenan Doğulu event?
It is listed at Bornova Aşık Veysel Açıkhava Tiyatrosu in Izmir, Turkey.
Open location in Google MapsWhere should ticket availability be checked?
Use the official Ticketmaster link on this page for current inventory and terms.
Did Kenan Doğulu compete in Eurovision?
Yes. He represented Türkiye in 2007 with Shake It Up Şekerim and finished fourth.
Are guest artists guaranteed at his concerts?
No. Guests are only confirmed when the organiser announces them.
