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Unforgettable Festival 2026: Bucharest, September 5-6

Unforgettable Festival Bucharest
Unforgettable Festival returns to Bucharest on September 5–6, 2026, with a new edition entitled The Next Chapter. The event promises two evenings built around symphonic music, internationally acclaimed performers and special collaborations created for the festival stage. Unforgettable Festival 2026 – The Next Chapter Unforgettable Festival brings classical, crossover and contemporary music together in large-scale
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No Art Bucharest 2026: August 22, Edgar Quinet Street Party

Open Street Party Bucharest
No Art Bucharest returns on August 22, 2026, transforming Edgar Quinet Street in the heart of the city into a large daytime electronic music party. The third Bucharest edition of the international No Art concept takes place between 14:00 and 22:00, next to the Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urban Planning and only a
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WOOF Fest Bucharest 2026: September 5–6, ParkLake Shopping Centre

Woof Fest banner
WOOF Fest – Festivalul lui Bobiță returns to Bucharest on September 5–6, 2026, for its fourth edition, bringing together dogs, their owners, families and animal lovers in the garden of ParkLake Shopping Centre. The open-air festival runs from 10:00 to 22:00 and offers free admission. The programme includes interactive activities for dogs and their owners,
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Family Picnic (Picnic în Familie) 2026: September 5, IOR Park Bucharest

Family picnic
Family Picnic – Picnic în Familie returns to Bucharest on Saturday, September 5, 2026, with a Back to School edition dedicated to children, parents and grandparents. Organised by Social Moms, the event takes place in Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park, also known as IOR or Titan Park, between 10:00 and 19:00. Admission is free, but visitors
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Bucharest Numismatic Fair 2026: September 5, Sala Polivalentă

Numismatic Fair
The Bucharest Numismatic Fair returns on Saturday, September 5, 2026, for its second edition, bringing numismatists and collectors together at Sala Polivalentă. The event will be open between 08:00 and 14:00, with free admission for visitors. It is dedicated primarily to numismatics and offers an opportunity to discover, buy, sell and exchange banknotes, coins and
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Sense4FIT Summit 2026: August 29–30, Romexpo Bucharest

Sense4Fit
Sense4FIT Summit returns to Bucharest on August 29 and 30, 2026, bringing two days of fitness, health, wellbeing and active lifestyle experiences to Romexpo. The event combines live workouts, international presenters, professional education, bodybuilding competitions, wellness activities and a large exhibition area. More than 100 trainers, athletes, doctors, coaches and specialists from over ten countries
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Always Forever Festival 2026: September 4-5, Mogoșoaia Palace

Always Forever Festival
Always Forever Festival debuts near Bucharest on September 4 and 5, 2026, bringing two days of international music to the gardens of Mogoșoaia Palace. The first edition combines UK rap, synth-pop, alternative music and Romanian artists in one of the most distinctive festival settings around Bucharest. Skepta and Hurts headline the event, joined by AJ
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DinamoFest in Bucharest: Football, Fan Activities and Dinamo vs Universitatea Cluj on August 22, 2026

Dinamo Fest
Are you in Bucharest this weekend and looking for something different to do? Experience the atmosphere of Romanian football at DinamoFest, a pre-match event organised for supporters before Dinamo București’s home games. The third edition takes place on Saturday, August 22, ahead of the SuperLiga match between Dinamo București and Universitatea Cluj. You can join
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Bucharest International Air Show – BIAS 2026: August 28–29

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The Bucharest International Air Show – BIAS 2026 takes place on August 28 and 29 at Bucharest Băneasa–Aurel Vlaicu International Airport. Romania’s largest aviation show returns with military aircraft, aerobatic teams, civilian aviation demonstrations, historic aircraft and activities for aviation enthusiasts. Admission is free! BIAS 2026: Date and Location Dates: August 28–29, 2026Location: Bucharest Băneasa–Aurel
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George Enescu International Competition 2026: August 23–September 19, Bucharest

Violin and play
The George Enescu International Competition returns to Bucharest between August 23 and September 19, 2026, bringing almost a month of classical music performances, international competition stages, chamber recitals and symphonic concerts to the Romanian capital. The anniversary edition marks the competition’s 20th edition and takes place under the theme “In Pursuit of Excellence.” A total
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Big Little Festival 2026: August 21–23 at Mogoșoaia Palace

Big Little Festival for families
Big Little Festival returns near Bucharest between August 21 and 23, 2026, transforming the grounds of Mogoșoaia Palace into a large playground for children, parents and the entire extended family. The three-day event combines live concerts, theatre, storytelling, creative workshops, science experiments, sport, gaming and outdoor relaxation. Rather than separating entertainment for children from activities
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SAGA Festival 2026: August 21-23, National Arena, Bucharest

SAGA
SAGA Festival returns to Bucharest from August 21 to August 23, 2026, bringing three days of electronic music, live performances and large-scale festival production to the National Arena. The 2026 edition marks a new chapter for one of Bucharest’s biggest music festivals. After previous editions were organised at Romaero Băneasa, SAGA moves to Romania’s largest
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Balkan Beats Bucharest 2026: September 5 – 6, Roman Arenas

Balkan Beats
Balkan Beats Bucharest returns with new dates and a new venue. The festival will take place on September 5–6, 2026, at Arenele Romane, bringing two days of Balkan pop, urban music, trap, dance and folk influences to Bucharest. What is Balkan Beats Bucharest? Balkan Beats Bucharest is a large-scale music festival dedicated to the contemporary
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Saint Mary’s Day in Bucharest: Events and Things to Do, August 14 – 16, 2026

Saint Mary’s Day, celebrated on August 15, is one of Romania’s major summer holidays and one of the country’s most important name days. In Bucharest, the celebration includes Romanian music, traditional dancing, outdoor events, fairs, and plenty of reasons to spend the weekend around the city. If you are visiting Bucharest between August 14 and
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CANCELLED FOR SUNDAY: Truck Tuning Festival Bucharest 2026: AUTOEXPO & TUNING: August 15

Trucks
SUNDAY EDIT: THE FESTIVAL WAS CANCELLED WITHOUT ANY NOTICE FOR SUNDAY, AUGUST 16. Bucharest gets a serious dose of horsepower this weekend as Truck Tuning Festival – AUTOEXPO & TUNING takes over House of Free Press – Casa Presei Libere from August 14 to 16, 2026. Dedicated to automotive and tuning enthusiasts, the event brings
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Anatolian Food Fest 2026: August 7-9, National Arena, Bucharest

Anatolian Food Festival
From August 7 to 9, 2026, Anatolian Food Fest returns to the National Arena in Bucharest, bringing three days of Turkish food, Anatolian flavours, live performances and family-friendly activities. The event takes place at the National Arena – Maior Coravu entrance. On Friday, the festival runs from 17:00 to 22:00; on Saturday and Sunday, it
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Kyralina: The Only French Bookshop in Bucharest and Romania

Kyralina Bookshop
In a quiet corner of central Bucharest, close to Amzei Square and the busy avenues surrounding the Romanian Athenaeum, there is a place where the city suddenly seems to speak French. Librairie Kyralina is the only dedicated French bookshop in Romania. Small, independent and deeply personal, it feels less like a conventional shop and more
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Cinema Under the Stars Bucharest 2026: July 17 – August 16 in Five Parks in Bucharest

Bucharest event
Cinema Under the Stars returns to Bucharest between July 17 and August 16, 2026, bringing 15 free outdoor film screenings to five parks in Sector 6. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening, a different park becomes an open-air cinema where visitors can watch films on a giant screen, starting at 8:00 p.m. The 2026 edition
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Open Streets Bucharest 2026. All the Events and Schedule

Open Streets Victoriei
Pedestrian weekends are back in Bucharest: “Open Streets – Bucharest, Urban Promenade” – full schedule. Open Streets Bucharest Programme: August 22–23, 2026 On the weekend of August 22–23, Calea Victoriei becomes pedestrian-only once again as part of the Open Streets Bucharest urban promenade programme. Between 10:00 and 23:00, locals and visitors are invited to enjoy
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Armenian Street Festival 2026: Bucharest, July 31–August 2, Botanical Garden

Traditional suits
Armenian Street Festival (Festivalul Strada Armenească) Returns for Its 10th Edition The Armenian Street Festival, known locally as Festivalul Strada Armenească, returns to Bucharest from July 31 to August 2, 2026. The anniversary edition takes place at the “Dimitrie Brândză” Botanical Garden and brings together three days of concerts, Armenian traditions, contemporary art, gastronomy, workshops
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Best Italian Restaurants in Bucharest

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
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Piazzetta Italiana by Birra Moretti: Sunday, July 26, 2026, Piața Italiană, Bucharest

Piazzetta Italiana event in Bucharest
Piazzetta Italiana by Birra Moretti takes place on Sunday, July 26, 2026, between 12:00 and 22:00, in Piața Italiană in Bucharest. Entry is free. For one day, the streets around the square will be closed to road traffic, transforming the area into an Italian-inspired public space with live music, food, a terrace, interactive installations and
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Romanian Aviation Day: Bucharest – July 19, 2026, Air Heroes Monument

Bucharest marks Romanian Aviation Day and Romanian Air Force Day with a military and religious ceremony held at the Air Heroes Monument in Piața Aviatorilor. The event takes place on Sunday, July 19, 2026, starting at 10:00, one day before the official celebration of Romanian Aviation Day on July 20. Military Ceremony and Aircraft Flyover
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Jack Savoretti Concert in Bucharest – September 29, 2026, at Arenele Romane

Jack Savoretti 2026 Bucharest
British-Italian singer-songwriter Jack Savoretti returns to Bucharest on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, for an open-air concert at Arenele Romane. Access begins at 19:00, while the advertised starting time is 19:30. The Bucharest performance is part of the artist’s extensive We Will Always Be The Way We Were Tour, supporting the studio album of the same
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Natasha Bedingfield Live in Bucharest on August 17, 2026, at Arenele Romane

Natasha Bedingfield concert in Bucharest
British pop singer Natasha Bedingfield will perform in Bucharest on Monday, August 17, 2026, at Arenele Romane. The concert, scheduled to begin at 20:00, will mark the artist’s first live appearance in Romania. The summer show will bring some of the most recognisable pop songs of the 2000s to one of Bucharest’s best-known open-air concert
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Xzibit Live in Bucharest on September 13, 2026, at Quantic – Kingmaker Tour

Xzibit concert Bucharest 13 sept 2026
American rapper Xzibit will perform live in Bucharest on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Quantic, as part of his Kingmaker European Tour. The concert begins at 20:00, with public access starting at 19:00. The Bucharest show will bring together material from Xzibit’s latest album, Kingmaker, and some of the best-known tracks from his career, including
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Alternosfera Concert in Bucharest: July 11, 2026, Arenele Romane (Roman Arenas)

Alternosfera poster
Alternosfera returns to Bucharest on July 11, 2026, for a special concert at the Roman Arenas – Arenele Romane, one of the capital’s best-known open-air venues for rock and alternative music events. The concert celebrates 20 years since the release of “Orașul 511”, one of the albums that defined the band’s identity and helped build
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Bucharest Classic Festival 2026: Romanian Athenaeum, July 10 – 12

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Bucharest Classic Festival will take place between July 10 and 12, 2026, at the Romanian Athenaeum, one of the most iconic cultural landmarks in Bucharest and one of the best places in the city to experience classical music. The first edition of the festival is produced by the Bucharest Symphony Orchestra and brings three evenings
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EUROPAfest Jazz & Blues Festival Bucharest: July 3-12, 2026

Official banner for EUROPAfest
EUROPAfest returns to Bucharest between July 3 and 12, 2026, bringing live jazz, blues, pop and classical music to one of the city’s central cultural venues, Sala Luceafărul. Now in its 33rd edition, EUROPAfest is one of the longest-running international music festivals in Romania and one of Bucharest’s most important summer cultural events. The 2026
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L’Étape Romania by Tour de France 2026: August 30, Bucharest

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L’Étape Romania by Tour de France presented by Decathlon returns to Bucharest on August 30, 2026, bringing the official Tour de France experience back to the heart of the Romanian capital. The fifth edition of the event will start from Constitution Square, one of Bucharest’s most recognisable urban landmarks, and will transform the city centre
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COCON Exotic Butterfly Exhibition at Antipa Museum, Bucharest, June 26 – September 6, 2026

COCON Live butterflies
The COCON exotic butterfly exhibition at the Grigore Antipa National Museum of Natural History in Bucharest brings a tropical nature experience to the heart of the city this summer. Open from June 26 to September 6, 2026, the exhibition can be visited in the greenhouse located in the courtyard of Antipa Museum. The exhibition presents
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CulturFest Book Fair in IOR Park, Bucharest: July 2–5, 2026

CulturFest Bucharest
CulturFest Book Fair takes place in IOR Park, Bucharest, from July 2 to 5, 2026, bringing books, summer walks and a relaxed cultural atmosphere to one of the city’s most popular parks. The event is hosted in Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park, better known in Bucharest as IOR Park, on the Belvedere Lake platform. Access is
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Heatwave Alert in Bucharest: Code Red Warning Issued as Temperatures Approach 39°C

Heatwave Alert in Bucharest
Bucharest is facing a severe heatwave, with Romania’s National Meteorological Administration issuing a Code Red warning for extreme temperatures, tropical nights and very high thermal discomfort. The warning is in force as the heatwave intensifies over the capital, with maximum temperatures expected to reach around 39°C. The temperature-humidity index is forecast to exceed the critical
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Two Contemporary Dance Premieres in Bucharest: June 27, 28 at the National Centre for Dance

Two Dance premieres at Dance Centre Bucharest
Two contemporary dance performances premiere at the National Centre for Dance Bucharest on June 27 and 28, bringing to the stage two different ways of looking at how the world shapes the body. Unauthorised Movements, created by Mihai Mihalcea in collaboration with Mara Bugarin, and Under Pressure, by Ana Costea, will be presented on the
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Athenaeum Summer Festival 2026: June 13-28, Bucharest

Official banner for the Athenaeum Sumer Festival
Bucharest’s Athenaeum Summer Festival returns in 2026 from June 13 to June 28 at the Romanian Athenaeum, bringing classical music, film scores, choral arrangements, baroque works and crossover performances to one of the city’s most beautiful cultural landmarks. Organised by the George Enescu Philharmonic, the festival opens with a free outdoor concert on the Athenaeum
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Sânziene Fair at the National Museum of the Romanian Peasant: June 19-21, 2026

traditional blouses
The National Museum of the Romanian Peasant invites Bucharest residents and visitors to the Sânziene Fair, taking place from Friday, June 19, to Sunday, June 21, 2026, between 10:00 and 18:00. Hosted at one of Bucharest’s most important cultural museums, the fair brings together around 50 folk craftsmen, antique dealers and artists, offering visitors the
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Bucharest WishFest 2026: June 20-21, Titan Park

Lanterns
WishFest 2026 takes place from June 20 to June 21 at 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 2026 returns to Bucharest on June 20-21, bringing the magic of floating water lanterns back to Titan Park, in
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Namaste India Festival 2026: June 20-21, Botanical Garden, Bucharest

Namaste India Festival Bucharest
The “Namaste India” festival reached its 16th-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, where the organisers are bringing two days dedicated to Indian culture, spirituality, art, food, music, dance, yoga, and intercultural dialogue. The 2026 edition marks
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Best Swimming Pools in Bucharest – Where to Swim This Summer (2026)

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 2026. This guide lists the best swimming pools
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Universal Day of Romanian Blouse

Universal Day of the Romanian Blouse
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
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Boat Rides in Bucharest, on the Dâmbovița River

Bucharest post card
Bucharest is not usually described as a city of boat rides. Visitors come for its architecture, Old Town, museums, gardens, communist landmarks, Belle Époque buildings and nightlife, but the river that crosses the city is often treated as background. The Dâmbovița River has always been there, cutting through the capital from west to east, yet
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World Cup Square Bucharest 2026: Watch the World Cup on the Giant Screen

Giant screen for World Cup
During the FIFA World Cup 2026, Bucharest has its own open-air football meeting point: Piața World Cup. Set in Piața George Enescu, right in front of the Romanian Athenaeum and close to Calea Victoriei, the square becomes one of the best places in the city to watch the tournament with other football fans. Instead of
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Where to Watch a Football Game in Bucharest

People watching Euro 2020 in Bucharest
If you are in Bucharest during an important football match, you do not have to watch it alone in your hotel room. The city has several sports bars, pubs and casual restaurants where football fans gather for Champions League nights, Premier League weekends, major international tournaments and Romania matches. Most of the best places to
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Bucharest Bonsai Show 2026: June 12-14, Botanical Garden

Bucharest Bonsai Show
The Bucharest Bonsai Show returns for its 6th edition, taking place from June 12 to June 14, 2026, at the Dimitrie Brândză Botanical Garden, University of Bucharest. The event runs daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 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
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Kimaro Festival 2026 Bucharest: June 12–14, Constitution Square (Free Access)

Kimaro Festival
Kimaro Festival returns to Bucharest between June 12 and 14, bringing three days of live Romanian music to Piața Constituției, one of the city’s most recognisable open-air event venues. Set in front of the Palace of Parliament, the festival turns one of Bucharest’s largest central squares into a weekend stage for Romanian music, radio culture
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Burger Fest Bucharest 2026: June 12-14, National Arena

Burger Fest
BurgerFest returns to Bucharest between June 12 and 14, 2026, bringing one of the city’s most popular food festivals to a new location: Arena Națională. For three days, burger restaurants, street food vendors, drinks, music, and a relaxed, open-air atmosphere come together in the National Arena area, accessible from Maior Coravu Street. The event is
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“100 Romanian Traditions” Fair Bucharest: National Museum of Romanian Peasant, June 12-14

Traditional Romanian
The “100 Romanian Traditions” Fair returns to Bucharest from June 12-14, 2026, held in the courtyard of the National Museum of the Romanian Peasant at 3 Monetăriei Street. Visitors can enjoy free entrance to this vibrant celebration of Romanian folk art, crafts, gastronomy, and culture. Held shortly before the Universal Day of the Romanian Blouse,
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Hello Doggie Festival: June 6-7, 2026, Titan Park, Bucharest

Hello Doggie Fest
Bucharest is set to celebrate the unique bond between humans and dogs with the Hello Doggie Festival, taking place on June 6-7, 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 Doggie Festival
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MoBU 2026 International Art Fair of Bucharest: June 3-7, ROMEXPO

MOBU Bucharest
MoBU 2026, the International Art Fair of Bucharest, welcomes contemporary art lovers from Bucharest and abroad between June 3-7, at Romexpo’s Central Pavilion. Now in its fourth edition, MoBU continues to position Bucharest as an active meeting point for contemporary art in Central and Eastern Europe, bringing together galleries, independent artists, art universities, cultural projects
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Cotroceni Bazaar – Bazar de Cotroceni: June 6-7, Cotroceni Neighbourhood, Bucharest

Bazar de Cotroceni (Cotroceni Bazaar) returns to Bucharest on June 6 and 7, 2026, inviting visitors to explore one of the city’s most charming historic neighbourhoods through open courtyards, creative workshops, music, local stories and community activities. The 2026 edition takes place across the Cotroceni neighbourhood, where residents, local initiatives and small businesses open their
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