The stadium's name commemorates the 1915 naval victory of the Ottoman Empire during the Dardanelles Campaign.
The facility was constructed to serve the growing population of Çanakkale and provide a professional-grade pitch for the local football club.
It remains one of the few stadiums in the region designed to accommodate both high-level football and professional track and field events.
The pitch underwent several renovations to improve drainage and grass quality for the Dardanelspor team during their professional tenure.
The stadium serves as a gathering point for local civic events and military parades held on March 18th each year.
March 18 Stadium serves as the primary multi-purpose sports facility in Çanakkale, Türkiye, named in honor of the March 18th Çanakkale Victory Day. The stadium is the home ground for Çanakkale Dardanelspor, a club with a history in the upper tiers of the Turkish league system. It features an athletics track surrounding the central football pitch, facilitating both field sports and track and field events. The venue is frequently used for public ceremonies, particularly those commemorating the Gallipoli Campaign. Seating capacity is approximately 12,000 spectators, distributed across open-air concrete tiers. It is situated in the İsmetpaşa neighborhood within the city center, overlooking parts of the Dardanelles strait nearby. The facility remains the central hub for city-wide athletic competitions and local football matches.
From the highest point of the stadium tiers, providing a panoramic view of the pitch with the Dardanelles strait visible in the background.
Bring sun protection and hydration, as the seating areas are largely uncovered and can be very hot during summer matches.
Check the local sports calendar in advance, as the stadium is often closed to the public during scheduled matches or rehearsals for national ceremonies.
The coastal breeze from the Dardanelles can be strong; a light jacket is recommended even on sunny days.
Do not attempt to access the pitch or track areas unless attending an authorized event, as these are restricted zones.
The stadium is frequently closed to the general public during professional training sessions, match days, and during preparations for March 18th national holiday ceremonies.
