West Side Hallo Fest returns to Bucharest from November 6 to November 8, 2026, for its fourth edition, bringing three days of Halloween celebrations, live concerts, spectacular decorations and family entertainment to Morii Lake (Lacul Morii), in Sector 6.
West Side Hallo Fest will transform the base and promenade area of Lacul Morii, situated between Mehadia and Cornului streets, into a spooktacular festival ground filled with thrilling experiences for the entire family.
This year’s festival takes a different approach to Halloween. Under the theme “ORIGINI – Before the Stories”, the organisers are turning the lakeside into a fantastic world inspired by Romanian mythology, folklore and ancient legends.
Visitors can expect enchanted forests, mythical creatures, interactive installations and performances by some of Romania’s most popular artists, including Andra, Vama, Irina Rimes, Zdob și Zdub and Lupii lui Calancea.
The festival opens daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Admission is free on Friday, November 6, while tickets are required for Saturday and Sunday.
Anyway, Hallo Fest is one of the reasons to plan a Bucharest City Break over similar options during autumn.
West Side Hallo Fest 2026: Dates, Location and Tickets
The fourth edition of West Side Hallo Fest takes place from November 6 to November 8, 2026, at the base of the Morii Lake embankment, in Sector 6, Bucharest. Unlike previous editions, the festival will be organised along the lakeside rather than on the island, welcoming visitors daily between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
Admission is free on Friday, November 6, while tickets for Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8, cost 60 RON per day. Visitors planning to attend both days can purchase a weekend pass for 100 RON. Children under 14 benefit from free admission upon presentation of proof of age, while children up to 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tickets can be purchased online through iabilet.ro or directly at the festival entrances.
The festival promises a packed program with numerous activities designed to entertain both kids and adults. Among the highlights are giant pumpkin installations, decorated haunted houses, creative pumpkin-carving workshops tailored for children, and interactive mystery trails. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the Halloween spirit through costume contests and themed photo zones.
The event follows the success of the West Side Flowers Fest, which occurred this Spring.
Halloween Meets Romanian Mythology at West Side Hallo Fest 2026
The main attraction of this year’s edition is a spectacular transformation of the lakeside into a world inspired by Romanian folklore.
Instead of relying exclusively on traditional Halloween pumpkins, witches and ghosts, the organisers have chosen characters from Romania’s mythology, bringing old stories to life through elaborate installations made of wood, roots, moss, straw and atmospheric lighting.
Visitors will discover more than ten themed installations, including:
- The Gate of Origins: The entrance to the festival’s mythical world.
- The Enchanted Stag: Inspired by one of the magical creatures of Romanian folklore.
- Muma Pădurii: The mysterious old woman of the forest, a recurring figure in Romanian legends.
- The Iele Clearing: A setting dedicated to the supernatural female spirits of Romanian mythology.
- The Enchanted Forest: An immersive installation stretching for almost 50 metres.
- The Solomonar’s Workshop: Inspired by the mythical sorcerers believed to command storms and weather.
- The Gate of Hell: One of the dramatic installations awaiting visitors at the end of the themed trail.
Giant ravens, fantastic creatures and illuminated decorations complete the experience.
The organisers have designed the installations to be explored both during the day and after sunset, when the lighting transforms the festival into a considerably more mysterious setting.
West Side Hallo Fest 2026 Concert Programme
Live music remains one of the festival’s main attractions. The 2026 edition brings Romanian pop, rock, alternative music and performances influenced by traditional folk sounds.
Concerts take place on the festival’s main stage, with additional theatrical, musical and dance performances on a smaller stage.
Friday, November 6 – Free Admission
The opening night features Zdob și Zdub, the Moldovan folk-rock band internationally known for its Eurovision appearances.
Main Stage
- 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Seniors’ Choir
- 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM: 7th Boulevard
- 5:45 PM – 6:15 PM: DJ
- 6:15 PM – 7:00 PM: Dl Goe
- 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM: DJ
- 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Cuibul & Victoria Mahu
- 8:30 PM – 8:50 PM: Aerial acrobatics
- 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Zdob și Zdub
Small Stage
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Cantus Mundi Children’s Choir
- 2:50 PM – 3:50 PM: Step Up Dance
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: The Fox and the Bear, live theatre performance
- 5:10 PM – 6:00 PM: Artistic programme organised by DGASPC
Saturday, November 7 – Halloween Night
Halloween night brings Andra, one of Romania’s best-known pop singers, alongside Lupii lui Calancea, whose music combines traditional influences with contemporary sounds.
Main Stage
- 4:15 PM – 4:45 PM: The Velvets
- 4:45 PM – 5:00 PM: DJ
- 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM: RVRSE
- 6:15 PM – 6:35 PM: DJ
- 6:35 PM – 7:15 PM: Antonio Pican
- 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Lupii lui Calancea
- 8:30 PM – 8:50 PM: Aerial acrobatics and DJ
- 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Andra
Small Stage
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: The Goat and Her Three Kids, live theatre
- 12:20 PM – 1:00 PM: New Era Dance School
- 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Mozaic Theatre Company
- 2:10 PM – 2:30 PM: Kids Hub Drumul Taberei
- 2:50 PM – 3:50 PM: Cantus Mundi Children’s Choir
- 4:00 PM – 4:15 PM: Miruna Bucău
- 4:20 PM – 4:40 PM: Mihai Vlad percussion performance
- 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Step Up Dance
Sunday, November 8 – Final Concerts
The festival concludes with performances by Alex & The Fat Penguins, Vama and Irina Rimes.
Main Stage
- 5:15 PM – 5:30 PM: Deep Zone
- 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: PADIR hairstyling presentation
- 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM: Alex & The Fat Penguins
- 7:15 PM – 7:45 PM: DJ
- 7:45 PM – 8:45 PM: Vama
- 8:45 PM – 9:00 PM: DJ
- 9:15 PM – 10:00 PM: Irina Rimes
Small Stage
- 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM: Yamaha Music School Parade
- 1:00 PM – 1:50 PM: Step Up Dance
- 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Cantus Mundi Children’s Choir
- 3:00 PM – 3:50 PM: Lumiland Interactive Children’s Theatre
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Yamaha Music School Musical
- 5:15 PM – 6:00 PM: Andra Pierșinaru concert
Halloween Workshops and Activities for Children
West Side Hallo Fest is not exclusively a music festival. Throughout the three days, visitors will find creative activities, performances, educational experiences and interactive workshops, particularly suitable for families with children.
The programme features pumpkin carving, face painting, robotics, science demonstrations, music workshops and creative activities inspired by Halloween and Romanian traditions.
Among the attractions announced for the 2026 edition are:
- Escape Room: Daily, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Museum of Senses Mystery Boxes: Daily, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Science and Technology Workshops: Daily, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Xenith Robotics Workshops: Daily, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Face Painting: Daily, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Yamaha Music Creation Workshops: Daily, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Recycling Activities: Daily, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- The Weaver Spider: Creative workshop with cardboard and threads
- Vampire Robotics: 3D printing demonstrations
- Monstrously Delicious: Food-inspired creative activities
The workshops are included in festival admission, with no additional participation fee announced.
Food, Drinks and Halloween Atmosphere
Food and drinks will also be part of West Side Hallo Fest 2026, with an area dedicated to seasonal dishes and refreshments.
The festival expects approximately 70–80 exhibitors and traders, creating an additional attraction beyond the concerts and installations.
Visitors can explore the stalls, enjoy food and drinks, take photographs among the elaborate decorations and spend time along the lakeside festival grounds.
The combination of concerts, traditional Romanian mythology and autumn decorations makes this edition particularly interesting for international visitors looking for a different Halloween experience in Bucharest.
How to Get to West Side Hallo Fest 2026
The festival is located at the base of the Morii Lake embankment, in Sector 6, Bucharest.
Public transport is recommended because parking restrictions will apply around the venue.
Visitors can use:
- Metro: Crângași station
- Trams: Lines 41 and 11
- Trolleybus: Line 90, to Piața Crângași
- Bus: Line 178, serving the Crângași area
There are four access points:
- Three entrances from Mehadia Street, at the base of the embankment.
- One entrance from Vasile Mohor Street, on the embankment, with access down to the festival area via specially arranged stairs.
Tickets will be available at the entrances. Visitors purchasing tickets online will receive an access wristband after their tickets are scanned.
