ArtPhoto Image Festival
Bucharest
1 May - 30 Jun, 2010

The ArtPhoto Image Festival is Bucharest’s sole photography festival and encompasses incredible exhibitions, lectures and auditions, set to fast track the many artists’ careers. This event also offers assorted networking opportunities and film screenings amidst the glamorous French Cultural Institute.

Bucharest of Old
Bucharest
May 2010

Romania’s capital travels back in time during the annual Bucharest of Old festival. The city is completely transformed to resemble the 19th century, while locals dress in historic costumes, and parade through the town in horse drawn buggies. Divulge in the ancient Romanian history by enjoying the conventional music and delicious cuisine located throughout the city.

Bucharest Street Music Festival
Bucharest
Jun 2010

Forgo the traditional seated concert experience and enjoy the best of Romanian musicians as they take to the streets of Bucharest’s Old Town district. Here, you will enjoy fantastic performances of Romanian music by a variety of notable music groups.

Targul Mesterilor Populari (Craftsman’s Fair)
Bucharest
Jun 2010 - Jul 2010

The Craftsman’s Fair is one of the largest open-air museums in the world and offers visitors a chance to witness and perform the magical wonders of weaving, pottery, glass blowing, and other crafts. Come marvel at the finest craftsmen in Romania!

Maidens' Fair
Gaina Mountain, Transylvania
Jul 2010

Maiden’s Fair is held within the scenic Gaina Mountains, attracting numerous locals to its beauty. Although it was once a place for families to meet and arrange weddings, the event now features women in traditional costume playing the famous unique, wooden instrument, the alpenhorn. The legend states that couples who are truly in love will receive a golden egg.

Winter Gifts Festival
Bucharest
Dec 2010

During the Winter Gifts Festival, The Museum of the Romanian Peasant is transformed into a picturesque Christmas craft fair, featuring over 150 local artists. This event includes such treasures as traditional wood carvings, pottery, decorative rugs and handmade jewelry.