Weekend calendar: Namaste India, Sânziene fair, Sibiu International Theater Festival
From events celebrating the local folklore fairies Sânziene to those dedicated to Indian culture, Bucharest hosts numerous outdoor happenings. Meanwhile, Sibiu is all about theater as its large international event dedicated to the genre…
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From events celebrating the local folklore fairies Sânziene to those dedicated to Indian culture, Bucharest hosts numerous outdoor happenings. Meanwhile, Sibiu is all about theater as its large international event dedicated to the genre kicks off this weekend. ****
In Bucharest:
Bucharest Opera Festival
Until June 22
Twelve evenings of opera, ballet and music theater, with productions by Romanian and international companies. More details here.
Bucharest Design Festival
Until June 21
Exhibitions, installations, and urban interventions connect new generations of creatives with design professionals, and specialized communities with the general public. More on the program here.
World Press Photo
Until June 19
The free-entry exhibition, held in University Square, gathers the most striking stories of the past twelve months, on topics such as the overreach of power, the climate crisis, war and conflict, but also resilience, rebuilding, and the dignity of people who refuse to give in.
Open Streets
Until October 11
For 25 weekends, the capital’s central area will host various concerts, shows, parades, workshops for children, sports activities, and guided tours. Calea Victoriei becomes pedestrian again, and, as a novelty this year, the route is extended to Ion Brezoianu Street, which is included in the program for the first time. More info here.
Art Safari
Until July 19
The art event returns with another edition featuring exhibitions dedicated to Nicolae Vermont, Mihai Eminescu, and one gathering works by Felix Aftene. More details here.
Concerts @ George Enescu Philharmonic
