International electronic music festival Zamna announced in occupied northern Cyprus

The international electronic music brand Zamna has announced an upcoming event scheduled for October 10, 2026, in the occupied territories of Cyprus. The festival is being promoted on the official website under the label 'North Cyprus,' with ticket prices starting at 1,650 Turkish lira. While the exact location remains ambiguous, with sources offering conflicting details—some citing occupied Kyrenia and others pointing to the occupied part of Nicosia—the event follows a similar concert held by the brand at Palm Beach in occupied Famagusta in May 2025. The full artist lineup and specific venue details have yet to be disclosed.

This announcement comes shortly after the Serbian music festival EXIT withdrew from the NEXUS festival in occupied Kyrenia following significant pressure and formal interventions from the Republic of Cyprus. The Cypriot Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reportedly been notified of the Zamna event, with requests for official action. Local authorities are currently reviewing the situation to address the use of occupied areas for international cultural events, a move that remains a point of contention for the Republic of Cyprus.