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Bucharest swimming
When temperatures rise in Romania’s capital, there’s only one smart way to stay cool: find the nearest swimming pool. Whether you’re a visitor exploring the city or a local trying to survive the July heatwave, Bucharest has plenty of public-access swimming pools open in the summer of 2025. This guide lists the best swimming pools
Official banner for EUROPAfest
Every July, Bucharest transforms into the capital of great music with EUROPAfest, one of Romania’s most prestigious and internationally recognized music festivals. The 2025 edition takes place from July 4 to 13, offering a vibrant program that brings together over 100 artists from 20 countries, including jazz powerhouses like Italy, Norway, Israel, Japan, the USA,
Best Italian food in Bucharest
Looking for the best Italian restaurants in Bucharest? Whether you’re dreaming of freshly made tagliatelle, Neapolitan-style pizza, or a creamy tiramisu done right, Bucharest has no shortage of places where la dolce vita is served one plate at a time. How We Ranked the Best Italian Restaurants in Bucharest Each restaurant was evaluated based on
Outdoor seating in Bucharest restaurant
Looking for the best restaurants with a garden in Bucharest? As soon as warm weather settles in, Bucharest locals and visitors alike start looking for outdoor spaces to relax, dine, and unwind. From lush green courtyards to rooftops with panoramic views, the city offers dozens of charming terraces where food and atmosphere blend seamlessly. Ranking
Fountain show in Bucharest
Bucharest, a city celebrated for its vibrant energy, eclectic history, and dazzling attractions, is about to experience a brief pause in one of its most beloved spectacles. The iconic Water Symphony fountain shows at Unirii Square – an unmissable highlight for locals and visitors alike – will be temporarily suspended starting June 30, 2025, as
Appetito Festival - Italian Food Festival in Bucharest
Italy’s aroma arrives in Bucharest with a memorable food festival, at Appetito Festival. Pasta, prosseco, cannoli, and much more will remind you of Italian gastronomy. If you miss Italy, know that you can recreate the atmosphere in Bucharest. For two days, on the weekend of June 14-15, 2025, Appetito visitors will enjoy the traditional dishes
Bucharest Organ Fest
Every year, Bucharest transforms into a vibrant stage for one of Europe’s most captivating musical celebrations: the Bucharest Organ Fest Cantus Ecclesiae. This unique festival is a tribute to the grandeur and versatility of the pipe organ, bringing together world-renowned artists, passionate audiences, and some of the city’s most iconic venues for an immersive journey
Lanterns
WishFest 2025 will occur from June 21 to June 22 in Park Titan (Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park), Bucharest. The people of Bucharest and tourists are expected to launch lanterns with their wishes on the lake. WishFest 2025: What To Expect? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Visit Bucharest (@visitbucharest_official) Launching the lanterns
Timeraiser Arts Romania
Bucharest is set to host an extraordinary cultural event for the very first time on June 21, 2025. The Timeraiser Arts exhibition is coming to Hotel DUKE Romană, offering an innovative way to experience art while giving back to the community. This groundbreaking event invites you to bid not with money, but with your time—volunteering
Bucharest Bonsai Show
The Bucharest Bonsai Show returns for its 5th edition, taking place from June 13 to June 15, 2025, at the Dimitrie Brândză Botanical Garden, University of Bucharest. The event runs daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and admission is free. Bucharest Bonsai Show: Event Highlights Exquisite Bonsai Exhibition Visitors will have the chance to admire an impressive collection of approximately 80
Dambovita Delivery 2025
This summer, Dâmbovița Delivery returns on June 7 and 8, 2025, transforming the once-forgotten Debarcaderul Timpuri Noi area into a vibrant urban space full of life, creativity, and community connection. The event runs daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM and offers over 30 free activities designed to reconnect Bucharest residents with the Dâmbovița River and with one another. Reconnect
Acrobatics in Bucharest
The Aerofonik Show in Bucharest takes place at the Metropolitan Circus, near Circus Park, on June 5. It combines the two arts—circus and music—in a 100-performance experience that will enthral the audience. Aerofonik is the beautiful result of interweaving two ancient arts, which have been cherished throughout time: the art of the circus and the
Cotroceni Bazaar returns for a vibrant summer edition on June 14 and 15, 2025, inviting visitors to explore one of Bucharest’s most charming neighbourhoods through its open courtyards, creative workshops, artisan markets, music, and community activities. This year, the festival will run from 12:00 to 21:00 on Saturday, June 14, and from 10:00 to 18:30 on Sunday, June 15.
Official banner for the Athenaeum Sumer Festival
Bucharest’s Athenaeum Summer Festival 2025 returns from June 20 to June 29 at the iconic Romanian Athenaeum, offering a rich and diverse program that celebrates classical music alongside jazz, film scores, and early music. Organised by the George Enescu Philharmonic, this festival creates the perfect soundtrack for summer in the heart of Bucharest, combining indoor concerts with free open-air
Dichisar
This summer, Bucharest invites you to experience Dichisar Festival, a vibrant two-day celebration of local creativity, arts, and community spirit. Taking place on June 7 and 8, 2025, Dichisar transforms the city into a lively hub of music, crafts, workshops, and family-friendly activities. Whether you are a local or a visitor, this festival offers a unique opportunity
Hello Doggie Fest
Bucharest is set to celebrate the unique bond between humans and dogs with the Hello Doggie Festival: The Gathering, taking place on June 7, 2025, on the picturesque Insula Câinilor (Dog Island) in Titan Park. This vibrant event welcomes families, children, animal lovers, and, of course, their furry friends. Admission is free for everyone! A Unique Festival for Dog Lovers Hello
bicycles
Romania’s most anticipated cycling event returns on August 31st, right in the heart of Bucharest! Now in its fourth edition, L’Étape Romania by Tour de France presented by Decathlon once again brings the legendary Tour de France atmosphere to Constitution Square. Registrations are officially open at: https://romania.letapeseries.com/registration. Open to both participants and the general public,
AIFF 2025
American Independent Film Festival returns to Bucharest this year with its 9th edition, which will run from June 6-12 at Cinema Elvire Popesco and The Romanian Peasant’s Museum Cinema. The American Independent Film Festival is an American film, culture, and lifestyle festival that aims to leverage the popularity of cinema. Still, the cultural values propagated
Namaste India Festival Bucharest
The „Namaste India” festival reached its 15th-anniversary edition! If you’re into Indian culture, come join the Indian Culture Festival „Namaste India” between June 14-15, 2025, at the Botanical Garden in Bucharest! For three days, discover this fascinating country’s culture, art, spirituality, colours and flavours, spending quality time in one of the most beautiful outdoor locations
Bounty Fair Bucharest 2025
This June, Bounty Fair invites you to celebrate summer’s transformative beauty in the heart of Bucharest at the National Museum of Natural History „Grigore Antipa.” From June 21st to 22nd, immerse yourself in a weekend filled with artistry, sustainable fashion, handcrafted jewellery, gourmet treats, and more. A Marketplace of Unique Stories At Bounty Fair, every
MoBu 2025
MoBU 2025, the International Art Fair of Bucharest, welcomes contemporary art lovers from Bucharest and abroad from May 28th to June 1nd, 2025, at Romexpo’s Central Pavilion. With a record number of international galleries, many of which are exhibiting in Romania for the very first time, this year’s edition of the fair broadens its global
Gradina cu Filme - Bucharest Open Air Cinema
Bucharest’s beloved open-air cinema, Grădina cu Filme – Cinema & More, is back for its 12th edition, inviting locals and visitors alike to enjoy a vibrant cultural summer in the city’s heart. From May 28 to September 28, 2025, the enchanting garden at Piața Alexandru Lahovari no. 7 will once again become a hub for
Metallica Banner
Bucharest is set to become the rock capital of the world once again! On May 13, 2026, the legendary band Metallica will take the stage at Arena Națională – National Arena for their M72 World Tour, promising one of the year’s most spectacular events for rock and metal fans. An Unforgettable Experience: 360° Stage, Special
RAD Art Fair Bucharest - official banner
From May 22 to 25, 2025, Bucharest welcomes back the vibrant RAD Art Fair, a dynamic celebration of contemporary art that transforms the city into a creative hotspot. Hosted at the stylish CARO venue (Bd. Barbu Văcărescu 164A), this four-day event brings together over 120 artists and 28 galleries, offering an immersive experience for art lovers, collectors, professionals, and
Bucharest
Starting from June 30th,2025, the performances will be suspended, following the official notification received from the authorities, which announced the start of consolidation and rehabilitation works on the floor in the Unirii Square area. The Water Symphony performances at the Urban Fountains in Unirii Square will continue until June 29th, 2025 inclusive. Bucharest Fountain Show will entertain
Bucharest Fountains Nightview
Bookfest Bucharest
The Bookfest International Book Fair, Romania’s largest book fair, returns to the capital’s cultural events landscape. More than 100,000 people are expected to attend this year’s Bookfest, which takes place from May 30 to June 1 at the Romexpo Exhibition Complex in Bucharest, near MoBu International Art Fair. Tens of thousands of titles with spectacular
National Museum of Art Bucharest
Night of the Museums in Bucharest is one of the most anticipated events for those who love to immerse themselves in the city’s cultural vibe. Organised all over Europe, Night of the Museums allows visitors to glimpse what museums in Bucharest offer throughout the year. Unfortunately for Bucharest, this year’s edition of the Night of
Grillfest
Grill Fest, the largest barbecue festival in Europe, will ignite Bucharest from June 20 to 22, 2025, at the National Arena – Arena Națională. Grillfest BBQ Arena is a gastronomic culture event that brings together consumers and the biggest meat and hospitality industry players. GRILLFEST is the framework in which the public can learn the latest
Jennifer Lopez Concert Bucharest Up All Night
International superstar Jennifer Lopez is coming to Bucharest for the very first time with a spectacular show as part of her “Up All Night Live” tour. The highly anticipated concert will take place on Sunday, July 27, 2025, during the Summer in the City festival in Piața Constituției, in front of Romania’s iconic Palace of the Parliament.
Festival in Romania
Summer in the City is scheduled for July 26 and 27, with Jennifer Lopez as the headliner for this year’s edition. The Jennifer Lopez concert in Bucharest, at Constitutiei Square, will be this year’s main event at the Summer in the City Festival. International superstar Jennifer Lopez is coming to Bucharest for the first time
Unforgettable Festival Bucharest
Unforgettable Festival – Unforgettable Symphonic Experience in Bucharest. From September 11th to 13th, 2025, Constitution Square will host the highly anticipated Unforgettable Festival. This event promises an extraordinary blend of symphonic music, iconic performances, and vibrant energy, making it a must-see experience for music enthusiasts and cultural explorers alike. Three Days of Unmatched Musical Excellence
Music Festival
Summer Well Festival is back for its 14th edition, bringing its blend of music, art, and atmosphere to the lush grounds of Știrbey Domain in Buftea, just outside Bucharest. From August 8 to 10, 2025, music lovers will gather once again for what’s become one of Bucharest’s most beloved and stylish music festivals. Summer Well
FOMO
From May 21 to 25, 2025, Bucharest will host the inaugural edition of FOMO – The Festival Of Modern Owners. This unique event transcends traditional business conferences by blending entrepreneurship with a vibrant festival atmosphere. Designed for modern entrepreneurs, freelancers, small and medium business owners, and creatives from Romania and the region, FOMO promises five
Street Food Carnival Bucharest
Get ready to indulge your taste buds and join the festivities as Bucharest’s Street Food Carnival 2025 rolls into Bucharest! This year, on April 26-27, on Kiseleff Boulevard, the city streets are exciting as food lovers gather to experience a mouthwatering array of culinary delights. Bucharest residents and tourists can enjoy an open-air celebration in
EECC Bucharest
East European Comic Con—EECC 2025 will be held at Romexpo Bucharest and bring together all those who love Comic books, movies, TV series, Sci-Fi and fantasy, Gaming, Japanese culture, Anime, Manga, board games, trading card games, and, last but not least, technology. It is no secret that the famous San Diego Comic-Con International was the
Bucharest Sculpture Days
Now in its 5th edition, the Bucharest Sculpture Days event returns in 2025 with a radical and necessary theme: #theotherbody (#celalaltcorp) – an exhibition of contemporary sculpture and transmedia that brings to the forefront the human figure as a space of tension between norm and identity, between history and future, between the physical and augmented
new Urban Habits Festival
Bucharest is becoming the epicentre of urban innovation. On the weekend of April 26–27, 2025, the first edition of the new Urban Habits (nUH) festival takes place – a living space for ideas, debates and co-creation, organised by UrbanizeHub at LOKAL (57 Mihai Eminescu Street) and on Erou Ion Călin Street, temporarily transformed into an
Neversea Kapital Bucharest
From July 4–6, 2025, the Arena Națională – National Arena transforms into Romania’s newest urban beach festival. Bucharest is gearing up for an exciting new event this summer with the debut of Neversea Kapital, Romania’s newest urban beach festival, happening from July 4 to July 6, 2025, at the iconic Arena Națională. This festival brings
BIHM by Constantina Dita
Created at the initiative of Olympic marathon champion Constantina Diţă, the Bucharest International Half Marathon & 10K is a race held on the most beautiful streets of Bucharest. The race course is flat and fast, offering the opportunity for a competitive personal best for both professional athletes and amateur runners. Whether you want to run, walk, break a
Baneasa Shopping City
Are you in Bucharest during Easter? Passionate about shopping and shopping malls? Then this article is for you. Whether you’re planning last-minute gift shopping, stocking up on seasonal treats, or want to enjoy the city’s modern amenities, knowing the special Easter hours for Bucharest’s major malls will help you make the most of your holiday
Red eggs in basket
For over 20 years, the National Museum of the Romanian Peasant has been holding this celebration and waiting for its visitors, for three days, at the first event with craftsmen of the year. We will celebrate Palm Sunday with embroiderers, weavers, braiders, seamstresses, icon makers, potters, spoon makers, leather workers, and old craftsmen who have
News from Polska
Fascinating Polish creators at the fifth edition of the “News from Polska” Performing Arts Festival From May 5 to 11, the Bucharest National Dance Center (CNDB) hosts the fifth edition of the News from Polska Performing Arts Festival, organized by the Polish Institute in Bucharest and realized within the framework of the Polish Presidency of
The National Museum of the Romanian Peasant
After 9 (long) years, the National Museum of the Romanian Peasant reopens its doors to the general public. All tourists are welcome to visit the museum from Wednesday to Sunday, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., starting April 25, 2025. After a lengthy consolidation period that started in 2016 and a long time needed for
Hanami - Cherry Blossom Festival Bucharest
Spring in Bucharest brings a touch of Japanese tradition with the annual Hanami celebration, honoring the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms. This year, the event is scheduled for April 12th, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, in the serene Japanese Garden of King Mihai I Park (formerly Herăstrău Park). A Glimpse into Japanese Culture Organized
Untold Festival Bucharest
Great news for music lovers! In 2025, for the first time ever, the Mayor of Bucharest and the organizers of UNTOLD Festival announced plans to bring the festival to the National Arena. This legendary festival, known for its magical atmosphere and world-class performances, is expanding beyond Cluj-Napoca, bringing the UNTOLD experience to Romania’s vibrant capital. Organizers expect
Get ready to groove to the iconic beats of the past! The Diskoteka Festival will electrify Laminor Arena in Bucharest on May 10, 2025, bringing back the magic of the ’80s and ’90s in a spectacular retro-dance extravaganza. This event promises to be an unforgettable journey through time, featuring legendary artists who have shaped generations with their music. A Lineup
Easter Fair
During Easter, Bucharest celebrates authentic traditions and craftsmanship. This year’s Easter Fair is called „Traditions and Flowers of the Holidays.” It begins on April 12th in Herastrau Park. Bucharest is organizing the 12th edition of the official Easter Fair of the Capital, Traditions and Flowers of the Holidays, from April 12th to April 21st, 2025,
Bucharest Salsa Revolution
Get ready to set the dance floor ablaze! The Bucharest Salsa Revolution (BSR) is back for its 3rd edition, bringing a whirlwind of rhythm, passion, and non-stop dancing to the heart of the Romanian capital from March 28-31, 2025! Whether you’re a seasoned salsa pro or just looking to dip your toes into Latin dance, this is the event to
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