Alright, party people and culture vultures, if you're about to paint the town red in Antalya, here’s a list to keep your calendar packed and spirits high:

• Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival (October) - Grab your popcorn, it's movie time! This is Turkey's version of the Oscars. No red carpet? No problem! Here, it's golden!

• Antalya Jazz Festival (October) - Jazz hands at the ready! Let the sultry tunes of saxophones sweep you off your feet amidst ancient ruins and starry nights.

• Antalya Sand Sculpture Festival - Forget your average sandcastle – these are sandy masterpieces! Think the Mona Lisa, but grainier.

• Traditional Turkish Nights at Aspendos Theatre - A fusion of folklore dances, Ottoman fashion shows, and belly dancing. If history had a party, this would be it!

• Antalya Piano Festival (November) - For those looking to hit a high note, this one's a classic. Literally.

• Mediterranean Cuisine Festival (September) - Your taste buds are in for a world tour – with a Turkish twist. Doner kebab, baklava, and raki? Oh my!

• Aspendos International Opera and Ballet Festival (September) - Because nothing says “classic culture” like a pirouette or an aria amidst ancient stones.

• Street Art Antalya - Watch the city's walls come alive! If walls could talk, these ones would be poets, painters, and storytellers.

With plenty of towns to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect nightlife to suit you. Like most of Antalya’s resorts, Kemer has a great pick of bars as well as some super clubs like Club Inferno, great for those who like to dance the night away. Over by Antalya town’s marina, you’ll find a bunch of cool bars and pubs to enjoy laid-back drinks in, all of which are very welcoming. Side has a buzzing nightlife scene, with an array of bars and clubs to enjoy, or for a quieter place to enjoy evening drinks, head down to the harbour.

If Antalya’s stars are twinkling, you know the city's nightlife is about to pop off. Here's where to strut your stuff and savour the moonlit magic in Antalya:

• Club Ceila - The "beat" in beatific! This joint has more lights than a Christmas tree and drops basslines hotter than the summer sun.

• Jolly Joker Antalya - Live music that gives goosebumps! Whether you're into rock, jazz, or local Turkish beats, they've got a playlist with your name on it.

• Aurora Bar - This place is all about those chill vibes. Sip on some cocktails, enjoy the ambient music, and maybe (definitely) take a few Insta-worthy shots.

• Oscar Pub - If you've got a hankering for some rock and roll or classic pop, Oscar’s your guy. Or pub. You get it.

• Club Inferno - The name's a hint. This place is FIRE! Electronic beats, laser shows, and an energy that's absolutely contagious.

Foodie friends and culinary connoisseurs, fasten your appetite belts – Antalya is about to take your taste buds on a joyride of Anatolian delights. If you've ever thought, “I wonder what sunshine tastes like?” – you're about to find out!

• Piyaz - A white bean salad with a tangy twist. So fresh, it’s like eating a Mediterranean breeze.

• Şhish Kofte - Skewered meatballs grilled to perfection. Forget what you know about kofta – this one’s the granddaddy of them all.

• Tahini-Rolled Börek - Think crispy pastry meets sweet, rich tahini. It’s a dance of sugar and spice on your palate.

• Grida Fish - A local seafood gem, often served with zesty lemon and olive oil. Makes you wonder if it took a dip in the sea just before landing on your plate!

• Antalya’s Ice Cream - Richer and chewier than its counterparts. It's like ice cream went to the gym and got buff!

• Saç Kavurma - Tender meat chunks sautéed with peppers and spices. This dish doesn’t whisper; it screams flavours.

• Durum - Thin flatbread wrapped around fillings of your choice, from spicy meat to fresh veggies. It’s the Turkish answer to “grab and go”.

• Tavuk Göğsü - A dessert made from… wait for it... chicken! Sweet, silky, and absolutely mind-blowing.