The Elmalı Yeşilyayla Oil Wrestling Festival

The Elmalı Yeşilyayla Oil Wrestling Festival is a centuries-old tradition celebrated in Antalya’s Elmalı district, showcasing Turkish culture and the traditional sport of oil wrestling.

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The Elmalı Yeşilyayla Oil Wrestling Festival When are the Event Dates?

05-07 September 2025
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The Elmalı Yeşilyayla Oil Wrestling Festival Where?

Elmali
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The Elmalı Yeşilyayla Oil Wrestling Festival Entrance Fee

Free
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The Elmalı Yeşilyayla Oil Wrestling Festival Is there accessibility for people with disabilities?

There is no information available about accessibility for this event.

The Elmalı Yeşilyayla Oil Wrestling Festival is one of Turkey's oldest sporting events, preserving a centuries-old tradition. Held in Antalya’s Elmalı district, it stands as a prominent representation of Turkish culture and the traditional sport of oil wrestling. Each year, hundreds of wrestlers take to the field to showcase their strength, endurance, and sportsmanship. Wearing traditional leather trousers (kispet) and covered in olive oil, they engage in intense matches that captivate spectators with a blend of history and sport. Beyond being a competition, the event transforms into a festival celebrating the region’s cultural heritage. Enhanced by Elmalı’s stunning natural beauty and warm hospitality, the festival welcomes visitors from all corners of Turkey and around the world.

Last update : 2024-12-05