Istanbul Prohunt 2027 is the leading exhibition for hunting and outdoor sports, taking place from June 2 to June 5, 2027, at Istanbul Expo Center, Turkey.
Dates
2–5 Jun 2027
City / country
Istanbul, Turkey
Venue
Istanbul Expo Center
Time
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily
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Event overview
Istanbul Prohunt 2027 is the largest international fair in Turkey dedicated to hunting and outdoor sports. Scheduled from June 2 to June 5, 2027, at the Istanbul Expo Center, this event will showcase innovative products from over 110 exhibitors and 300 brands.
It serves as a vital platform for professionals and enthusiasts in the hunting and outdoor sports sectors, providing opportunities for networking and business development. Istanbul Prohunt 2027 takes place in Istanbul, Turkey.
TL;DR
Visitors will gain access to the latest innovations in hunting and outdoor sports, network with industry leaders, and explore a wide range of products. Targeted visitors include importers, distributors, and outdoor sports enthusiasts. Free admission for trade visitors and those over 18 interested in hunting and outdoor sports.
Exhibiting at Istanbul Prohunt allows companies to showcase their latest products to a targeted audience, build brand awareness, and connect with potential buyers. This event is essential for businesses looking to expand their market reach in the hunting and outdoor sports sectors.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul Expo Center in Istanbul typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Istanbul Expo Center in Istanbul typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Istanbul Expo Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Who runs the show
EFEM Uluslararası Fuar ve Organizasyon Hizmetleri A.Ş.
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
This edition
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Exhibitors: 110
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Impact
Istanbul Prohunt 2026 was listed as the 13th International Istanbul Hunting Arms and Outdoor Expo. The 2026 edition was held at the Istanbul Expo Center. Available search snippets did not state visitor or exhibitor counts for the completed edition.
Audience quality
Istanbul Prohunt 2026 was listed as the 13th International Istanbul Hunting Arms and Outdoor Expo. The 2026 edition was held at the Istanbul Expo Center. Available search snippets did not state visitor or exhibitor counts for the completed edition.
Exhibitor outcomes
Istanbul Prohunt 2026 was listed as the 13th International Istanbul Hunting Arms and Outdoor Expo. The 2026 edition was held at the Istanbul Expo Center. Available search snippets did not state visitor or exhibitor counts for the completed edition.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Visitors will gain access to the latest innovations in hunting and outdoor sports, network with industry leaders, and explore a wide range of products. Targeted visitors include importers, distributors, and outdoor sports enthusiasts.
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ReadPlan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Istanbul Airport
The closest major gateway to the fairground. Public transport option: M11 metro from the airport to Gayrettepe, then Marmaray or metro and a final M1A hop to DTM-Istanbul Fuar Merkezi station. Havaist coach services also run to city districts
Approx. 40-45 km west of Istanbul Expo Center (Yesilkoy)
to venue
45-70 min by road, traffic dependent
by car
Sabiha Gokcen
The Asian-side airport; cheaper fares sometimes offset the longer transfer. Public transport option: M4 metro towards Kadikoy, then Marmaray across the Bosphorus and M1A to DTM-Istanbul Fuar Merkezi station
Approx. 55-65 km across the Bosphorus from Istanbul Expo Center
to venue
60-90 min by road, bridge traffic dependent
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
WOW Istanbul Hotel
Closest option in this set, roughly 300 m from the searched venue location on Google Hotels; free breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, pool, fitness centre, spa and bar. Guest rating around 4.1. Rates rise during fair weeks, so book early.
Grand Palace Hotel
About 1.2 km from the fairground per Google Hotels; free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, breakfast, parking, bar, room service and airport shuttle. Guest rating around 3.7, so check recent reviews before booking.
Osaka Hotel Yenibosna Istanbul
About 1.2 km from the venue with free breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, air conditioning, restaurant, airport shuttle and laundry; guest rating around 4.0. A practical mid-budget base for a 4-day trade visit.
Pullman Istanbul Hotel & Convention Center
Full-service convention hotel with free Wi-Fi, indoor pool, hot tub and air conditioning; breakfast and parking are charged as extras. Suited to exhibitors who need meeting space and business services on site.
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Istanbul Bayrampasa
Istanbul-wide search result with free Wi-Fi and parking, air conditioning, fitness centre, spa and restaurant; breakfast paid extra. Guest rating around 4.1, roughly 25-40 minutes from the fairground by road.
ibis Istanbul West
Istanbul-wide search result with free Wi-Fi and parking, air conditioning, bar, restaurant and room service; breakfast paid extra. Guest rating around 4.4, a reliable budget chain option if the Yesilkoy cluster is full.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
taxi
Yellow taxis and app-booked taxis both pick up at the terminal ranks. Traffic on the O-1/O-2 ring roads can stretch the journey at peak hours.
taxi
The cross-Bosphorus transfer is the longest common arrival route; a shared shuttle or pre-booked transfer is often better value for small groups.
metro
Cheapest reliable option when you have light luggage; requires one or two line changes at Gayrettepe or Yenikapi.
airport bus
Useful for travellers staying in Taksim, Besiktas or Sultanahmet rather than in the Yesilkoy hotel cluster.
metrobus
Fast along the dedicated bus lane but very crowded at rush hour; keep bags close and allow extra time.
parking
Fair-week demand fills the closest lots early; exhibitors with vans should ask the organiser about loading-bay access windows.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Weather
Early June in Istanbul is early summer: daytime highs typically 24-28 C, nights around 17-19 C, with rising humidity and occasional short, heavy showers rather than all-day rain. Halls are air conditioned but the walk between halls and the metro is exposed, so a light rain shell and breathable business-casual clothing work better than a heavy suit. Sea breezes off the Marmara can make evenings feel cooler than the daytime reading suggests.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Turkey uses the Turkish lira (TRY) and 230 V Type F (two-round-pin) sockets, so bring a European-style adapter. Turkcell, Vodafone Turkey and Turk Telekom all sell prepaid tourist SIMs and eSIMs at the airports and in city shops; passport registration is required for a local SIM. 4G coverage is strong across Istanbul and 5G is being rolled out, hotel and venue Wi-Fi are standard but shared-hall bandwidth drops during peak visitor hours, so download catalogues and floor plans before you arrive or carry a power bank for long days on the floor.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business etiquette
Turkish trade meetings usually open with brief small talk before specifications and prices. Handshakes are standard, business cards are exchanged and often kept visible on the table, and decisions may involve the senior owner or export manager rather than the stand staff alone.
Negotiation and pricing
Expect relationship-led negotiation on volume, payment terms and exclusive distribution rights. Quotes are often given in euros or US dollars for export orders while local retail runs in Turkish lira, so confirm currency and Incoterms in writing.
Currency, tipping and payments
The currency is the Turkish lira (TRY). Cards are widely accepted in hotels and restaurants in the expo district, but keep small notes for taxis, the Istanbulkart machine and street vendors; a 5-10 percent tip is usual in sit-down restaurants.
Security at arms and hunting fairs
Firearms and hunting equipment shows operate under strict screening. Expect bag checks and badge inspection at hall entrances, no personal weapons beyond authorised display items, and a passport requirement for badge collection. Photography of certain stands may be restricted, so ask before filming product displays.
Local rhythm
Friday midday prayer, evening rush hour on the metrobus and the Friday-to-Sunday domestic travel peak all affect scheduling. Arrange supplier meetings on weekday mornings where possible and avoid scheduling a tight airport transfer on Friday afternoon.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: IST
Book into Istanbul Airport (IST) where possible, because it is on the European side and roughly 45-70 minutes from the Yesilkoy fairground. Compare Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) only if the fare saving clearly outweighs the 60-90 minute cross-city transfer. Arrive by 1 June for the 2 June opening to allow for badge collection and a hall walk-through, and book a return flight in the evening of 5 June or the following morning so you are not rushing the closing day. Turkish carriers and major European airlines serve both airports with frequent daily rotations.
Most visitors need a visa for Turkey. Eligible nationalities can obtain an e-Visa online via the official Turkish government portal, while others must apply through a Turkish consulate or embassy before travel.
Estimated cost: Varies by nationality and visa type; confirm the current fee on the official e-Visa or consular website.
Processing: Varies by nationality and application route; apply well before travel and allow extra time for consular processing if an e-Visa is not available to you.
Use only the official Turkish government e-Visa and Ministry of Foreign Affairs pages when applying - third-party sites charge extra. Carry a printed or digital copy of your visa and passport at the fairground security check.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Istanbul Airport (IST): 45-70 min by road, traffic dependent; Sabiha Gokcen (SAW): 60-90 min by road, bridge traffic dependent. Allow road or rail time to Istanbul Expo Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Istanbul Expo Center: Yesilkoy / near Istanbul Expo Center: WOW Istanbul Hotel; Near Istanbul Expo Center: Grand Palace Hotel; Yenibosna, near Istanbul Expo Center: Osaka Hotel Yenibosna Istanbul.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing works in Istanbul through BiTaksi and app-based taxi services, with international apps also dispatching yellow taxis on some routes. Fares are metered and apps show an estimated price before you confirm. At Istanbul Airport use the official taxi rank on the arrivals level rather than unmarked cars, and keep the driver's plate and trip receipt for airport transfers to Yesilkoy.
Public transit: The M1A metro line runs from Yenikapi towards Ataturk Airport with a station named DTM-Istanbul Fuar Merkezi that serves Istanbul Expo Center directly, making metro the default option for central hotels. Marmaray links the European and Asian sides under the Bosphorus and connects with the M1A and M4 lines, while the metrobus corridor along the E-5 highway is useful for Yenibosna and Bahcelievler hotels. Pay with an Istanbulkart, available and reloadable at station machines; one card can be tapped for multiple travellers in a group.
Parking: Istanbul Expo Center has on-site car parks serving the halls, with fair-week demand highest in the morning arrival window. Expect daily visitor parking charges in the region of a few hundred Turkish lira and confirm the current rate at the gate. Exhibitors arriving with vans or freight should coordinate loading-bay slots and vehicle passes with the organiser in advance, since private cars are usually separated from service vehicles.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: June 2027 (early summer)
Temperature: Typical early-June range: daytime highs 24-28 C, nights 17-19 C, with humidity rising through the day (climatological averages, confirm the forecast in the week before travel).
Seasonality: June is one of Istanbul's drier months, but short convective showers still occur, often in the afternoon. Expect bright mornings, a small chance of a heavy 20-30 minute downpour, and breezy evenings near the Marmara coast.
Packing: Pack light business-casual clothing in breathable fabrics, one smart jacket for evening meetings, a compact umbrella or packable rain shell, comfortable walking shoes for concrete exhibition halls, sunglasses and sun protection for outdoor display areas, a power bank and a European Type F plug adapter.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Istanbul Prohunt 2027 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
14-12 days out: confirm your registration on istanbulprohunt.com and download the badge or confirmation email; check whether your company needs a stamped invitation letter for visa purposes.
14-12 days out: verify your e-Visa or consular visa status on evisa.gov.tr and print a copy alongside your passport, plus a second copy kept in your luggage.
12-10 days out: book flights into Istanbul Airport (IST) for the shortest transfer to Yesilkoy, and compare Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) only if the fare difference is significant.
12-10 days out: reserve a hotel in Yesilkoy, Yenibosna, Bahcelievler or Bakirkoy; check free cancellation terms and whether an airport shuttle is included.
10-8 days out: build your target exhibitor shortlist from the organiser exhibitor list and note hall and stand numbers for rifles, optics, ammunition components and outdoor gear.
8-6 days out: pre-book meetings with priority suppliers by email, quoting your company, market and the product categories you buy.
7 days out: check your bank card's foreign transaction fees and set a lira cash budget for taxis, the Istanbulkart and small purchases.
6-4 days out: arrange a Turkish eSIM or roaming plan with data, and save offline maps for the metro and the fairground approach.
4-2 days out: pack business cards, a light jacket for air-conditioned halls, comfortable shoes, a compact umbrella and any product catalogues or spec sheets you need to share.
2 days out: reconfirm meeting times with exhibitors and check the organiser site for hall opening hours and security screening rules.
1 day out: charge devices and power banks (Turkey uses 230 V Type F sockets), download your boarding passes and hotel confirmation, and check the local forecast.
Arrival day: buy or top up an Istanbulkart at the airport metro station, and confirm the taxi fare or Havaist bus stop for your hotel before leaving arrivals.
Registration and hall orientation at Istanbul Expo Center
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Istanbul Prohunt 2027 registration concourse
Istanbul Expo Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Istanbul Expo Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Istanbul Prohunt 2027 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Istanbul Prohunt 2027, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Weapons and Weapon Components and Defense and Security Equipment solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Istanbul Prohunt 2027 in Istanbul.
Min. budget
$450.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Weapons and Weapon Components and Defense and Security Equipment products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Istanbul show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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