You no longer have to choose from an endless list of events. For the weekend of 18–20 September 2026, we have created two routes that you can follow step by step: one for those looking for music, performances and video mapping, and another for visitors interested in markets, local dishes and the flavours of Turkish cuisine.

The first tour takes place on Saturday and can be completed almost entirely on foot, between the Romanian Athenaeum and Constitution Square. The second crosses Bucharest on Sunday, from Obor Market to Titan Park, before returning to the city centre for dessert and an evening walk.

The entertainment tour: from the Romanian Athenaeum to iMapp

The meeting point is outside the Romanian Athenaeum at 15:00 on Saturday. You can admire the building from George Enescu Square, while several nearby cafés offer a convenient place to begin the afternoon. The Piano Final of the George Enescu International Competition starts at the Athenaeum at 18:00, but tickets are sold out. If you already have one, this should become your main evening event because the final overlaps with Rudimental and iMapp.

From the Athenaeum, walk towards Revolution Square. The journey takes less than ten minutes. Along the way, you will pass the former Royal Palace, now the National Museum of Art of Romania, the Central University Library and the building that once housed the Central Committee of the Romanian Communist Party.

16:00: Revolution Square and Open Streets

At 16:00, Revolution Square hosts “Magia Ghicitorilor”, an interactive performance presented by the Ion Creangă Theatre. It is worth keeping this stop if you are travelling with a child. Adults completing the tour on their own can use the hour to explore the square and the temporary exhibitions included in the Open Streets programme.

From 17:00, the “Writers’ Bucharest” debate takes place near the Iuliu Maniu statue. The guests are Cristina Foarfă, Florin Iaru, Călin-Andrei Mihăilescu and Simona Preda, with Ema Stere moderating the discussion. Admission is free.

17:50: heading down Calea Victoriei

At 17:50, set off towards the CEC Palace. Walk along Calea Victoriei, passing the Odeon Theatre, the Telephone Palace, Casa Capșa and the National Military Club. The route is approximately 1.3 kilometres long and takes about 20 minutes at a relaxed pace.

From 18:00, artists from the Bucharest Metropolitan Circus will give a short performance outside the CEC Palace. The show lasts approximately one hour and admission is free. You do not need to remain until the end, however, because the next stop is Constitution Square.

19:10: walking to Constitution Square

From the CEC Palace, follow Stavropoleos Street and cross the Old Town towards Union Square. Continue along Unirii Boulevard. The walk to Constitution Square takes approximately 25–30 minutes.

Food and drink stands are available in the event area, although the organisers do not set their prices. If you want to avoid the queues in the square, pick up a quick snack in the Old Town before leaving.

20:00: Rudimental followed by iMapp

Rudimental takes the stage in Constitution Square at 20:00. The concert continues until 21:30 and admission is free. For a good position, try to enter the square no later than 19:40.

From 21:30, the façade of the Palace of Parliament becomes a screen covering approximately 23,000 square metres. Seven international artists and studios will compete in the 2026 edition of iMapp Bucharest Winners League, organised under the theme “Past. Forward.”

The programme also features “NADIA – The Perfect 10”, marking 50 years since Nadia Comăneci’s performance at the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games. The projections are expected to end at approximately 23:00. The complete programme is available on the official ARCUB website.

Cost of the entertainment tour: admission to every stop is free. You only need to pay for food, drinks and transport to the starting point or from Constitution Square after the event. The route involves approximately four kilometres of walking.

If you would rather see a film than attend the first few events, head to Apollo111 at 16:00, where BIFF is screening “No Rest for the Wicked”. A standard ticket costs 35 lei, while pupils, students and pensioners pay 20 lei. The film ends before 18:00, allowing you to continue directly towards Constitution Square. Details are available in the official BIFF programme.

Take inspiration from these two guided tours and either follow them step by step as we suggest, or combine them to suit your own interests (Photo source: Concept Bucuresti.ro, AI-generated image).

The food tour: from Obor’s mici to the flavours of Anatolia

The food tour begins at 10:30 on Sunday, outside the main entrance to Obor Market. Do not arrive after a large breakfast. The first part of the route is devoted to the market’s seasonal vegetables, cheeses, olives, pickles and smoked products, as well as the stalls that preserve the atmosphere of a traditional Bucharest market.

Begin inside the fruit and vegetable hall. September brings grapes, plums, peppers, tomatoes and some of the last fruits of summer. If you want to buy something, choose small quantities. Several stops still lie ahead, and crossing the city with heavy shopping bags is not particularly comfortable.

11:15: Obor’s famous mici

At approximately 11:15, head towards the area known for its grilled mici. Order two or three, with bread and mustard. The aim is not to have a full meal at the first stop, but to leave enough room to taste other dishes later in the day.

Prices should be checked at the venue, but an estimated budget of 25–45 lei should cover a small serving and a drink. Queues are common at weekends, so allow approximately 45 minutes for this stop.

At 12:15, leave for Titan Park. The journey takes approximately 35–45 minutes by public transport. Check the route in real time, as services may be adjusted during events held as part of European Mobility Week.

13:00: Anatolian Food Fest in Titan Park

Anatolian Food Fest is open on Sunday from 10:00 to 21:00, with free admission. Start with a savoury dish that can be shared, such as lahmacun, gözleme or kebab. This way, you will still have room for dessert.

The festival also offers baklava, künefe and other Turkish sweets. The programme includes cultural performances, music and demonstrations inspired by Anatolian traditions. Updates are published on the official Turkish Festival Facebook page.

Each vendor sets its own prices, and the organisers have not published a single menu. For a main course, a dessert and a drink, set aside approximately 50–100 lei per person.

15:00: a walk around the lake in Titan Park

Do not leave immediately after lunch. Walk from the festival area towards the lake in Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park. A 30–45-minute stroll offers a welcome break between the meal and the final part of the tour.

If you only want to explore the eastern part of Bucharest, the route can end here. If you still have energy, leave at approximately 16:00 for University Square and continue on foot towards Calea Victoriei.

17:00: dessert in central Bucharest

The final food stop is the area between Casa Capșa and Revolution Square. Choose a coffee and a dessert at one of the cafés or confectioneries along Calea Victoriei. A budget of 30–60 lei per person should be reasonable, depending on the venue and your order.

After dessert, you can continue walking through the Open Streets programme. From 19:00, “Battle of the Beats” takes place outside the National Museum of Art of Romania, transforming sounds made by members of the public into music.

To end the tour with a concert, continue towards Constitution Square. WhoMadeWho begins a Hybrid DJ Set at 20:30, with free admission. The walk from Revolution Square to the stage takes approximately 25–30 minutes.

How much the two tours cost

The entertainment tour can be completed without buying a ticket. It costs nothing if you walk to the starting point or already have a public transport pass. The version that includes the BIFF screening costs 35 lei for an adult or 20 lei for those eligible for reduced admission.

The food tour has an estimated budget of 105–205 lei per person, excluding transport. This covers the Obor mici, food at Anatolian Food Fest, and the coffee and dessert stop in the city centre. You can lower the cost by choosing only two of the three food stops.

For a day involving several journeys, an integrated 24-hour ticket valid on surface transport and the metro costs 14 lei, according to the official TPBI fares. If you plan to complete both tours and use public transport throughout the weekend, an integrated 72-hour ticket costs 35 lei.

You can follow both routes in full or select only certain parts. You may choose just Rudimental and iMapp from the entertainment tour, or combine only Obor Market and the Titan Park festival from the food route. Pick the stops that suit you and leave enough time to travel between them.