01.11.2026 10:31
Halloween celebrations in Istanbul provided colorful scenes. Those wanting to join the Halloween event organized in Beyoğlu formed long queues in front of the venue with costumes that could rival horror movie characters. At the celebrations, where those wanting special makeup for the night also lined up, the crowd spilled onto the streets, while similar events were organized in Ankara.
Halloween celebrations in Istanbul on October 31 provided colorful scenes. Those who wanted to attend an event organized in Beyoğlu formed long queues in front of the venue with costumes that rivaled horror movie characters. The images that emerged from the celebrations, where people who wanted special makeup done for the night also queued, drew attention.
HALLOWEEN CROWD IN BEYOĞLU
Beyoğlu, one of Istanbul's entertainment hubs, experienced a lively night with the 2026 Halloween celebrations. Those who wanted to attend the Halloween organization held at a venue in the district gathered at the door before the event began.
The queue formed by participants who prepared costumes suitable for the Halloween concept stretched along the street where the venue is located. Striking scenes emerged as young people dressed as different characters waited for entry.
THEY COULD PASS FOR HORROR MOVIE CHARACTERS
Attendees drew attention with the costumes and makeup they prepared for Halloween. Outfits inspired by horror films, creepy face paint, and costumes portraying different characters left their mark on the night.
The crowd waiting in front of the venue created unusual scenes in the streets of Beyoğlu.
THEY ALSO QUEUED TO GET MAKEUP DONE
At Halloween events in Istanbul, crowding occurred not only at venue entrances but also at special makeup spots. Hundreds of people who wanted to join the night with a frightening look queued to get makeup suitable for the Halloween concept. Makeup inspired especially by horror movie characters drew interest. It was stated that footage posted by an influencer attending the event reached 500 thousand views in a short time.
COLORFUL SCENES ALSO EMERGED IN ANKARA
In addition to the celebrations in Istanbul, Halloween events were also held in the capital, Ankara. Young people wearing costumes inspired by horror and fantasy film characters went out into the streets with their different makeup. Nun outfits, black capes, and creepy face paint stood out at the celebrations.
In Ankara, a special event was also held for the Day of the Dead, one of the important traditions of Mexican culture. Participants prepared with skull-figure makeup and colorful costumes added a different atmosphere to the celebrations.
HALLOWEEN CELEBRATIONS BRING DEBATES ALONG WITH THEM
Celebrated in many countries around the world on October 31 each year, Halloween also finds a place for itself in Turkey, especially through themed organizations held at entertainment venues.
Halloween events identified with Western culture also bring different views regarding the adoption of foreign traditions and their cultural effects in Turkey. Alongside those who regard the celebrations as entertainment and costume events, there are also those who approach such organizations with cultural distance.