Çanakkale International Biennial is based on the mission of Çanakkale's being a cultural city. Organized for the first time in 2008, the biennial provides cultural interaction among participants from different countries. The theme, location, and date of each biennial vary. Biennial contributed greatly to the worldwide recognition of Çanakkale. During the biennial, films are shown, concerts are held and trainings are given by art instructors.