The most interesting upcoming events in Sibiu

The fifth edition of the ”Sibiul de Odinioară” Festival will happen between August 18-19, in the same location as the previous editions: Dumbrava Forest, camping area. The bands and artists who will take the stage include: Compact, Timpuri Noi, Onenightstand, Mircea Baniciu, Mircea Vintilă and Emeric Imre. The entrance is free.

Holzstock Festival is a small music festival that celebrates its 5th edition this year, between August 17th and August 19th. This years line-up will bring you yet again awesome bands, free time activities, workshops, the most idyllic campsite one can dream of – between the old walls of the mighty fortified church of Hosman – and of course an all round relaxed and carefree weekend, spent along beautiful people.

One of the most beloved Romanian bands, Subcarpați, will take the Piața Mare stage again this year on August 19th. The concert is part of the ”Tastes of Sibiu” event which concludes the European Young Chef Award finale. The concert starts at 21:30, entrance is free.

The ”Transilvanian Citadels” Medieval Festival is an event that takes place every August in the heart of the most beautiful city in Romania - Sibiu. Medieval reenactment scenes, arts and culture will fill the city streets between August 24-26.

The local theatre company ”Teatrul din Cartier” continues their journey through our city's neighbourhoods. Their next location was with great success last year and is in itself an extremely spacial place - the Cibin River shore (Neculce Bridge). The programme includes two performances: "Born in the 90's" and "Lipicioșii" (concert). Entrance is free.

On August the 30th you are invited to merge with us into the sound of celebration in the Large Square of Sibiu. The most acclaimed Romanian Dj’s and producers will be awarded prizes, while they embrace the stage with their best sets ranging from House, Techno, Funk, Hip-Hop, Breakbeat Turntablism, UK Garage Bassline and many more.

The Sub Arini Park will host the first edition of the Focus in The Park festival this year, between August 31st and September 2nd. The organisers promise to prepare a weekend full of excitement: concerts, sport activities, movies, photography, gastronomy, interactive activities and lots of relaxation. Some of the most beloved Romanian alternative bands will take the stage: C.O.M.A, Șuie Paparude, byron, Omul cu Șobolani, The Mono Jacks and many more.

The Sibiu Pottery Fair is the oldest event in Sibiu and reaches its 52nd edition this year! On September 1st and 2nd, between 9 in the morning and 8 in the afternoon you are expected in the Large Square to marvel at the creations of our pottery craftsmen. The traditional pottery will be available for sale and the little ones will have the opportunity to learn how the clay can be moulded in beautiful things at the workshops included in the programme.

Sibiu Craft Fest is an event on a mission. Their goal is to help the local craft beer producers make their brands known to the larger audience. Take a stroll through Cetății street and you will be able to taste and enjoy some of the finest craft beer and cider labels in the area. The festival is also impressive because of its beautiful decor and atmosphere: balloons, lanterns, live music, kids friendly areas, all of these creating a beautiful community feeling.

Not far away from the Sibiu Craft Fest event, Cetății street becomes a wonderful gastronomy event scene. For 4 days time, some of the most interesting food trucks in the country will park here, giving us the opportunity to enjoy different cuisines and dishes. Concerts and lots of other surprises are also in the menu.

20 top chefs from Romania and Europe meet in Sibiu in September. The programme includes workshops, cooking master-classes, presentations, culinary demonstrations, site visits at producers and local market days.

„Pune mâna pe chitară”/”Grab a guitar” is an educational programme for children and young people in Sibiu. Sibiu Guitar Meeting is part of this project and includes workshops and presentations for music enthusiasts and also the biggest group concert event in the country, where over 400 guitar players will join and play together!