FÊTE DE LA VILLE DE CHIŞINĂU (HRAMUL CHIŞINĂULUI)

The festival is held on October 14 every year, celebrated on the day of the Holy Virgin and commemorating the founding of the city in 1436. Exhibitions and performances are held on Ștefan cel Mare Boulevard. Anyone can display any object related to Moldovan traditions. Wine and traditional food tastings, handicraft exhibitions (inlaid wooden wine cups, picturesque paintings, embroidery, wood carvings, pottery) and concerts are on the program of these lively festivities. In the central square, there are dance performances in traditional costumes, which are joined by the crowd in a very joyful atmosphere. The event continues until nightfall with short recitals by the country's best performers and pop bands, as well as guests from neighbouring countries.
Moldovans take the day off, the streets are transformed into pedestrian zones and concerts are held on all sides. Local craftsmen show their work, short-lived cafés are set up on street corners, the city becomes a huge sales area where everyone can participate. The capital takes on a different face and the atmosphere is that of a great and joyful kermesse. The atmosphere is friendly and this festival is very popular, it is a very good opportunity to discover the Moldavian culture. A nice fireworks show closes the festivities.