🌟 ESI September–October 2025 Events Calendar| Istanbul Edition

 🌟 SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER PLANS? WE GOT YOU! 🌟

🌍 Hello ESI Participants!

Get ready for a semester full of travel, music, nature, and international energy!
Whether you're a party lover, a picnic fan, or a nature explorer — ESI’s September & October 2025 calendar has something just for you. Let’s make memories across Istanbul and beyond!

🚢 BOAT PARTY MADNESS – Dance Under the Stars on the Bosphorus

🎧 International DJs • 500+ Students • Epic Views

🗓 Boat Party Dates:

• Saturday, Sept 20 – 19:30
• Saturday, Sept 27 – 19:30
• Saturday, Oct 4 – 19:30
📍 Departure Point: Kabataş Pier

🎽 Dress Code (Sept 20): BHOME (Cream & Natural Tones – Minimal & Stylish)
🎶 Music: Commercial • International • House

💸 Ticket Info:

  • Early Bird: 900 TL (18 EUR / 22 USD)

  • Buy 5 Get 1 Free: 750 TL pp (92 EUR / 109 USD)

  • Last Day Ticket: 1,200 TL (25 EUR / 29 USD)

  • Last Day Group Deal: 1,000 TL pp (123 EUR / 145 USD)

🎟 Tickets are limited – grab yours before they’re gone!
📲 Get Tickets Here: (Link for Sept 20)


🧺 INTERNATIONAL PICNIC – September 21 (Sunday), 2 PM

📍 Moda Sahil Park, Kadıköy
📍 Click for location

🫶 In collaboration with Circolo Roma (Italian Culture Center)
✨ A chill afternoon of:

  • Italian snacks & spritz

  • Chill music with DJ

  • Trivia games, card games, sports

  • Italian Quiz Challenge with prizes from Vero Gelato

🔔 IMPORTANT: Snacks & spritz are offered only to those who fill out the form!
🎒 Bring your own food, drinks, games, towels, volleyballs, and good vibes!

✅ FREE ENTRY – Everyone’s welcome!
📩 RSVP Here – ESI Autumn Semester Orientation Picnic Vol.2

 

🌲 BELGRAD FOREST WALK – September 27 (Saturday)

🕒 Meet at 10:10 – Hacıosman M2 Metro Station

🚌 Bus to Bahçeköy → Short walk to the forest
42HM Bus Info

🌿 Take a break from the city and recharge in nature!
📝 Register here (opens Sept 16)

 

🌊 FETHIYE TRIP – October 9–12 (Thu–Sun)

☀️ Blue Lagoon • Dalyan River • 24+ Nationalities
🚌 Departure: Oct 9 at 21:00 (Şişli → Kadıköy → Fethiye)

🔥 Trip Highlights:

  • Dalyan River Boat Tour

  • Ölüdeniz Blue Lagoon

  • International parties & socials

  • Meet people from 24+ countries!

👥 Past participants: Global mix – Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Asia, and beyond!

📝 Register now! (Opened Sept 15)
📄 Trip Info PDF

🎥 Promo Video 1
🎥 Promo Video 2
🎥 Participants' Vlogs | More

💰 Pricing:

  • Early Bird: €235 (until Sept 25, 19:30)

  • Standard: €245 (after Sept 25)

📌 No refunds after payment. Limited spots.
🗓️ Last Day to Apply: Sunday, Oct 5, 14:00

🏝 ADALAR ISLAND TRIP – October 5 (Sunday)

🌊 A chill escape to Istanbul’s island gems!
📍 Depart from Kabataş or Kadıköy (morning)

🍉 Bring your own snacks, games, and good vibes!
📅 Registration opens: Monday, Sept 29

🇪🇺 ESI ERASMUS DAYS – October 18 (Saturday)

📍 Müze Gazhane, Kadıköy
A celebration of Erasmus spirit with music, activities, and international inspiration!
✨ Co-organized by ESI and Erasmus+ friendly orgs.
🎥 Event Page

🏃 BÜYÜKADA ISLAND RUN – October 19 (Sunday)

A scenic half-marathon in the middle of nature!

🏃‍♂️ Options:

  • Free Open Run (no registration needed)

  • Official Race (timed run, medals, awards)

👟 Register or apply to join the running kit team
🎥 Watch last year's run

🎃 ESI HALLOWEEN PARTY 2025

🗓️ Date: October 25 (Saturday, most likely)
🕙 Time: 22:00–04:00
📍 Location: TBA

💀 Our 4th annual Halloween bash is back! Last year over 400 guests joined — and this year we’re turning it up even more.

🎶 Live DJs • Costume Contest • Surprise Prizes
🕺 Get ready to step into the shadows and dance the night away.

🎟 Tickets coming soon → Link
🎥 Halloween 2024 Video
🎥 Halloween 2022 Reel

🏜️ ESI CAPPADOCIA TRIP 2025

One of the most magical trips of the year is coming soon!

📅 Date Options:

  • 30 October – 2 November 2025

  • 6 – 9 November 2025 (Final dates TBA)

📍 Destination: Cappadocia, Turkey

🎈 What to Expect:

  • Hot air balloon sunrise views

  • Cave hotel stays

  • Guided group activities

  • Local food & culture

  • Instagram-worthy landscapes

📝 Registration opens soon. Limited spots – stay tuned!

🚇 Istanbul Night Transport Tip

🕛 Metro runs all night on Fridays & Saturdays!

  • 00:00–00:45: Every 10 min

  • 00:45–06:00: Every 20 min

💸 Transport Pricing (as of Sept 15, 2025):

  • Taxi starting fee: 54.50 TL | Minimum fare: 175 TL

  • Istanbulkart: 35 TL / ride (Students: 17.08 TL)

  • Monthly Card: 2,748 TL (Students: 494 TL)
    Full fare details

💌 Stay Connected & Let’s Have Fun – Together!

No matter your vibe — parties, nature, or culture — there's something exciting waiting for you this semester with ESI.

🎉 Let’s create unforgettable memories together.
🌍 Follow us on Instagram: @erasmus_social_istanbul
🤝 Interested in sponsorships or collaborations?
📧 Email: erasmussports34@gmail.com
(Subject: SPONSORSHIP INQUIRY)

✨ Whether you're in it for the fun, the fitness, or the new friendships — mark your calendars and come join us! This weekend’s going to be one to remember. 💙🌍

#ESIWeekend #IstanbulVibes #ESIPicnic #BoatParty #ÜsküdarRun #StudentLife2025 #ESIEvents

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