About Anatolia Fest
Toronto’s celebration of Turkish heritage
Anatolia Fest began as a dream to bring the colours, flavours and stories of Türkiye to Toronto — a day of culture, art and taste, open to everyone, in the heart of the city.
Our story
From a dream to three editions
Our first festival, in 2016, and our second, in 2017, created unforgettable memories and brought our community together around art, culture and taste.
After many years, Anatolia Fest returned on September 20, 2026, at Sankofa Square for its long-awaited 3rd Edition. The comeback was more than a festival: a reunion, a celebration of heritage, and a bridge reconnecting our community with the traditions we love.
From Turkish coffee and baklava to music, crafts and regional art forms, Anatolia Fest invites you to rediscover the beauty of Turkish culture in an inspiring and welcoming atmosphere.
The square
The same square, a new name
In 2016 and 2017, the festival filled Dundas & Yonge Square, at the crossroads of Toronto’s Yonge and Dundas streets. Anatolia Fest came back in 2026 to the same square, now called Sankofa Square — the heart of downtown Toronto.
On the day
A full day of culture, art and taste
Admission was free in 2026.
- Live stage performances
- Folk dance in regional costume, music and performances on the main stage, from the afternoon into the evening.
- Traditional arts and culture
- Crafts and regional art forms, ebru marbling, cultural stands and workshops.
- Authentic Turkish cuisine
- Food vendors on the square — and Turkish coffee and baklava, the festival’s signature flavours.
- Family-friendly activities
- A kids’ area, face painting and space to enjoy the day together.
Our host
Proudly hosted by Kütüphane
Kütüphane is a cultural and community hub in Toronto, sharing books, the Turkish language and stories with all ages: a lending library, workshops, book clubs, storytelling, music and film screenings.
Anatolia Fest is a cultural initiative by Kütüphane, and continues its mission of sharing authentic cultural experiences with Toronto and beyond.
kutuphane.ca
Supporters and press
With thanks
Anatolia Fest 2026 was proudly supported by Turkish Airlines and Türkiye (GoTürkiye).
Turkish media covered Anatolia Fest Vol. 2 in 2017 (Anadolu Ajansı and Kanal 5): their reports are on the highlights page for 2017.