BUCHAREST NEWS

Bucharest presents Romanian Jewelry Week 2022, an event dedicated to Romanian designers to the delight of all jewelry lovers. Romanian Jewelry Week 2022 will showcase 190 modern jewelry designers, 9 group shows, and six cultural venues in Bucharest. Therefore, the event has a certain artistic weight for those passionate about the beauty of jewelry and

Romanian Village Day is exceptional for everything that it means Romanian traditions, culture and history. The National Village Museum of Dimitri Gusti from Bucharest hosts the Day of Romanian Village celebration on Sunday, September 25, where everybody is expected. If you are in Bucharest this weekend, you should go to the Village Museum to learn

Romanian-origin artist, Anca Seel Constantin, is presenting a new exhibition of her artworks in Bucharest, entitled ”Geography of Words”. The collection represents a journey of knowledge through the colours and shapes of the artist’s works of art in Bucharest. After exhibiting at the Graphics Salon and the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris, at Gallery

Bucharest Jazz Festival celebrated Bucharest’s Anniversary with three days of live concerts, which delighted the spectators of the festival. As part of the „Bucharest Days” anniversary program, the ninth edition of the Bucharest Jazz Festival celebrated the city to the rhythms of Romanian jazz alongside the capital’s residents and artists. Between September 16 and 18,

The White Night of Galleries returns with the 16th edition in Bucharest and the 6th national edition for a unique cultural experience. From September 30 to October 2, everyone is invited to discover the route of the most surprising cultural places. This year’s edition of the event Noaptea Albă a Galeriilor / NAG Bucharest (White

Bucharest Days, also known as the city’s anniversary, is anticipated in September and will feature various fun events and activities for the capital’s citizens. The Bucharest Days event, which runs from September 16–18, is organized by Capital City Hall through ARCUB. The following events are scheduled to take place: the Bucharest Jazz Festival (16-18 September,

The Bucharest International Poetry Festival (FIPB), which will feature public readings, cinema screenings, art exhibitions, recitals, theatre productions, concerts, performances, and experimental digital art programs, will hold its 12th annual edition between September 12 to September 18. Poets from Argentina, Brazil, Bulgaria, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Italy, Latvia, UK, the Republic of Moldova, Peru, Poland,

The National Museum of the Romanian Peasant will host the 10th Peasant Museum Days, which will feature new exhibitions, a festival of tales from the Via Transilvanica, a hiking trail, book launches, workshops, an icon fair, and movie screenings. The Peasant Museum and the National Museum of Ethnography and Natural History in Chisinau, with the

The Embassy of Spain in Bucharest and the Museum of the Municipality of Bucharest invite the public to the 3rd edition of the Spanish Film Festival in Bucharest, a series comprising three Spanish films, representative of Iberian cinema. The three films have Romanian subtitles and can be watched between September 8 and 10, 2023, starting

The Artistic Explorations of Public Space project introduces a series of five urban art workshops, five guided tours, an open call, an artistic intervention co-produced by two artists from different fields (visual art and music), and an exhibition, all of which are free of charge, intending to promote the understanding and exploration of public spaces

If you are an aviation enthusiast, don’t miss the Bucharest International Air Show this September. The 12th edition of Bucharest International Aviation Show & General Aviation Exhibition (BIAS), the largest air show in Romania, will take place at Bucharest Băneasa-Aurel Vlaicu International Airport and ROMAERO on Saturday, September 4, 2022 On Sunday, September 4, the

The exhibition „Weaving the world. Romanian folk rugs from the heritage of the National Museum of Ethnography and Natural History in Chisinau and the Romanian Peasant National Museum” will open on September 8 at 5 pm. at the ‘Tancred Banateanu‘ Hall of the Romanian Peasant Museum. The exhibition, organized with the support of the Embassy

The motorsport event you didn’t realize you needed until now is Red Bull Racing Show Run. If you’ve only watched the races on television or online, you now have the chance to experience the force of a Formula 1 car firsthand. As announced on the event page, In a one-of-a-kind performance in Romania, an RB7

What would you say if I told you that you could see the museums in Bucharest for free? Well, find out that it is possible and here’s the list of museums you can visit for free with some tips. The truth is that for most museums, you will have to pay an entrance fee, the

Bucharest joins the L’Étape by Tour de France circuit, which will host 1,200 professional and amateur riders. Little Paris, as the capital of Romania was called, will host one of the most popular cycling tours in the world on August 28. Romania is the 20th nation to sign up for the Tour de France’s L’Étape,

This year marks the tenth year of East European Comic Con, the largest convention for fans of television shows, movies, video games, comic books, and other media. The event will occur in Bucharest’s Romexpo complex between August 26 and 28. Over the years, East European Comic Con has provided fans with the opportunity to interact

The subway line construction that connects Bucharest to the Otopeni Airport will start between March and April 2023. The first phase of the M6 metro line in Bucharest, extending to the north side of Bucharest, will begin construction in 2023. The line will eventually link the city to Otopeni Airport. By the beginning of the

At the Bucharest International Dance Film Festival 2022, the winner will be decided between 26 short films competing in national and international competitions (BIDFF). Five cinematic works by directors and choreographers with various backgrounds are included in the Romanian short film competition: „Dancen” (directed by Corina Andrian), „I had been sleepwalking when I saw all

A strong storm with electrical discharges broke out in Bucharest on August 23. The flashes of lightning gave a real show in the black background of the night, and the wind was blowing strongly. As impressive as this event was, the consequences severe. According to Romania Journal, firefighters intervened in the case of several trees

Bucharest National Opera enters its second century after a successful centenary season, celebrating it with the twelfth edition of the Opera Promenade on August 27. A celebration of music and outdoor movement for the fulfillment of the spirit. This is the message of the 12th edition of the Opera Promenade in 2022. Everyone is invited

Bucharest Jazz Festival returns between September 16 and 18, 2022, with a new edition of concerts and live sessions. Bucharest Jazz Festival 2022 takes place at The Combinatul Fondului Plastic, a space dedicated to events in the arts and design area. The ninth edition is organized by the Capital City Hall, through the Culture, Education,

The City Hall of Bucharest encourages promoting tourism projects in the capital through the Association for the Promotion and Development of Tourism. The general mayor of the capital, Nicusor Dan, announced that Bucharest now has a functional Tourism Promotion and Development Association. This year, the necessary funds will be allocated for the Association to start

Do you want to enjoy a movie under the starry sky? Then the Cinema Under the Stars event is for you. For ten days, you can enjoy movies under the sky in Drumul Taberei Park in Bucharest. Moreover, how about a movie on the lake? Drumul Taberei Park‘s lake will be transformed into a cinema

The Bucharest-Ilfov Metropolitan train, the project of Bucharest general mayor, Nicusor Dan, will cost EUR 962 million and perform 86,000 trips/day. The project was criticized for megalomania and arouses controversy. According to Bucharest-Ilfov Intercommunity Development Association for Public Transport (TPBI), the Bucharest-Ilfov Metropolitan Train will cost EUR 962 million. Approximately EUR 614 million will be

Art Safari received over 65.000 visitors in its 9th edition, and thousands of people enjoyed international art in the heart of Bucharest at this successful festival. The first season of 2022 meant three months of cultural tourism in the heart of the Capital. Also, it marked the launch of the concept of temporary exhibitions that

A unique retail concept called The Palace of Antiquities (Palatul Vechiturilor) blends the energy of a secondhand shop with the variety of a flea market. If you are in Bucharest, you should visit one of the unique stores in the capital. The Palace of Antiquities is the heaven of all antique hunters or lovers of

Do you know what are foreign tourists’ most frequent online searches when they visit Bucharest? We carried out our own analysis in this sense based on the searches of our users, and the results were surprising. Here is the most searched information that you should know when you visit the capital of Romania: Our analysis

If you fly to Bucharest or leave from Bucharest, you should know that you can opt for Baneasa Airport. The airport has reopened, and the boarding time is much shorter. Bucharest Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (Baneasa) reopens in honour of the 110th anniversary of its founding after nine years from closing. George Dorobantu, the director

George Enescu Festival Competition prepares to receive international artists and impress Bucharest with classical musical notes. The 18th edition of the Competition will start at the Romanian Athenaeum on September 4, 2022, with great performances and exceptional artists. Classical music lovers can purchase tickets for the 18th edition of the George Enescu International Competition events

The first edition of Sounds of Summer – Jam in the Park, a festival centred around musical improvisation, will happen in Bucharest’s Obor Park from August 18 to August 21. According to a press release from the Metropolis Cultural Association distributed to AGERPRES on Monday, the four days of Sounds of Summer – Jam in

Trap sensation LIL PUMP will perform this summer on August 3, in Romania, Bucharest. The concert is held in ParkLake, where fans of the artist will be able to listen to songs like „Gucci Gang,” „I love it,” „Esskeetit” and „Arms Around You”. Many are expected to attend LIL PUMP’s first concert in Romania for

Bread After Reaping Wheat Fair is taking place this weekend at the „Dimitrie Gusti” National Village Museum, and it will present the customs of the various people regarding the growing of wheat, and the production of bread will be displayed. Visitors will get the chance to learn more about how wheat was traditionally farmed, harvested,

Anatolian Food Fest returns to Bucharest! From June 28 to June 30, the fest will take place at the National Arena (Arena Nationala), Maior Coravu entrance, with traditional delicacies: baklava, lahmacun, cataif, sand coffee, Turkish ice cream and various types of kebabs, from several regions of Turkey. Additionally, whirling dervishes, singers, and dancers will entertain

The „Athénée Palace” hotel will be managed by HG® Hotels & Resorts (IHG®) and is owned by ANA Hotels, a hotel chain with 100% Romanian capital. The hotel has changed its name from Athene Palace Hilton Bucharest to InterContinental Athene Palace Bucharest. The contract will last 20 years, beginning on January 1, 2023, when the

Armin Van Buuren is planning an incredible show in Romania this September. The ‘Sound of Bucharest’ event will bring summer back on the bits of the beloved artist and will end a season of spectacular festivals in Bucharest. The long-awaited event will be heard on September 24, 2022, in Constitution Square (Piata Constitutiei) in Bucharest

The National Museum of Natural History „Grigore Antipa” announces the opening of a new temporary exhibition of live tropical butterflies in the greenhouse in the museum’s courtyard. If you want to meet the exhibition stars, you are invited to discover „Who flies among the flowers, in a zigzag so many times?” in the garden of

The National Museum of the Romanian Peasant is waiting for you at the Saint Elijah Fair, from Friday, the 15th, until Sunday, the 17th of July, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Craftsmen, antique dealers and artists bring to the fair: wooden objects, ceramics, fabrics, braids, toys, ornaments, icons and many, many more just in the

A new event called ‘Bookuresti Tram’ will delight the people of Bucharest this summer. ‘Bookuresti Tram’ proposes Bucharest residents five urban-poetic journeys by vintage tram (on line 1) every day of Saturday, between July 23 and August 20, 2022 In a special weekend regime, the vintage tram based on the public transport service from Bucharest

Thursday, July 14, 2022, at 20:00, at 2/3 Gallery, Goethe-Institut, in collaboration with FILMKULTUR, presents the film screening „Looking for the unknown homeland” in the exhibition Noi2-Wir 2 ​​- Romanian-German Portraits. What do you do when you don’t feel at home in your home country? This question concerned Holger, a native of Bavaria. Holger Gutt

Between July 7-18, 37 French artists from the Parisian art gallery Rivoli 59 and 20 Romanian artists exhibiting at ARCUB – Hanul Gabroveni are collaborating in the group exhibition „Km 0 of Art Contemporary”. The Romanian-French cultural exchange project was initiated by the Romanian-French artist George Bodocan and is organized by the 1001 Arts Association

City Hunt prepares for you a great adventure in the Romanian capital, Bucharest. If you want to participate in the hottest urban adventure, don’t miss this experience! The next city hunt adventure is probing its land in the old center of the capital, and the surprises are countless. The organizers turned the Old City Center

Movies Garden is the new cultural destination in Bucharest for the summer of 2022. The Center for Creation, Art and Tradition of Bucharest, together with the Capital City Hall, is organizing film screenings, acoustic concerts, theatrical productions, stand-up comedy acts, and Q&A sessions with Romanian personalities from the film industry every week, from Thursday to

A subway station in the Romanian capital, Bucharest, seemingly banal, hides a secret that makes it unique in the world. What makes it so special? Many residents did not know until now. Politehnica metro station is located near the Polytechnic University of Bucharest. This station does not stand out through vibrant colours, unique architectural style,

The National Museum of the Romanian Peasant invites everyone in Bucharest to the second annual ARTISTS fair and ARTISANS, from Friday, June 24 to Sunday, June 26, 2022, between 10 am and 6 pm. Artists and craftspeople who, via their work, support the revival and recovery of traditional crafts, including their modern revaluations, will be

Bucharest is one of the European cities holding the European „Life Will Win” tour, a charity event aimed at raising funds for medical equipment in Ukrainian hospitals and promoting Ukrainian musicians and Ukraine’s EU membership. The tour will stop in important European capitals or cities in Poland, the Czech Republic, Austria, Germany, Italy, and Spain,

The Universal Day of Romanian Blouse is celebrated every year on June 24. It promotes the symbol of Romanian tradition represented by the feminine shirt with impressive embroidery. The day of June 24 brings to the public’s attention the central part of the folk costume, named ”IA” or Romanian blouse. Cut from a single piece

The Bucharest National Opera concludes the Centenary Season with a reference event that will take place from June 24, 2022, until July 2. Bucharest Opera Festival is the first festival that invites in the capital all institutions with national opera rank in Romania subordinated to the Ministry of Culture (Romanian National Opera Cluj-Napoca, National Opera

The 29th edition of EUROPAfest, which will take place in Bucharest from July 1 to 9, will feature artists and bands from 23 nations. Bucharest residents will get the opportunity to hear musicians from Europe and other continents in themed evenings such as „Jazz at the Palace,” „Summertime Jazz,” „Jazz a Perfect Day,” and „It’s

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 15-16, 2024, Appetito visitors will enjoy the traditional dishes

Romanians just celebrated Heroes Day, a commemoration to honor and remember known and unknown heroes fallen in battles throughout history, for the nation’s freedom, and for the country’s defence and reunification. In Bucharest, the celebration of this day takes place in the city’s heart. Among other commemorative manifestations, Romanian soldiers dressed in ceremonial uniforms executed