Events

Olive Festival

"Olive Festival" In Bilçë village, panair with local products, olives, olive oil, traditional foods. Promotion of products from the Bilce area. Mainly olive and its by-products such as olive oil, aromatic soaps, etc. During this activity, a fair is held with the products of the area as well as various foods based on olives. Cultural concert with different singers, animations and games for children.

Berati Open Air 2024

The paragliding spectacle again in Berat ! "Berati Open Air 2024" for the third consecutive year with a participation of 85 athletes from different countries of the world will take place on March 15-17. The Municipality of Berat in cooperation with the Albanian Air Sports Federation and the Aeronautical Federation of Kosovo for three days have prepared a sports program that will be finalized on Sunday, March 17 with the Grand Prize "Golden Olive Cup", in a ceremony for the winners at 6:30 p.m. on the city pedestrian street.

Firefly Fest

The captivating illumination, melodious music, and happy peoples were all part of the experience. The event that took place on July 7 and 8 in Berat, including the outdoor film screening, the exhibition, and other activities, united all the people at Porta e Pashai. The Xixlonja Fest not only highlighted Berat but also celebrated its rich heritage, breathtaking scenery, and opportunities for outdoor pursuits.

Cherry Festival

The "Cherry Festival" event has been organised for two years in a row. This year took place in the village of Drobonik on May 27, organized by the Directorate of Tourism and Activities. This event, which marked the second edition, was made possible through the support of the Albanian Development Fund and the Directorate of Tourism and Activities of Berat Municipality. The main objective of the festival was to showcase local products and highlight the tourism potential of the area. The event saw the participation of local artisans and producers, as well as performances by children from the local kindergarten and school. Notable guests included the Folkloric Group of Kozare and the renowned folk singer Denisa Gjezo.

Berat Green Half Marathon

Wine & Stories of Berat

In the heart of Berat, a land rich with centuries of winemaking heritage, the Wines & Stories of Berat festival unfolds as a comprehensive celebration of wine culture. Here, you won't just sip on wine; you'll enter into its complex world, understanding the nuances that make each bottle a unique work of art. While wine remains at the heart of our event, the festival expands the palate by introducing guests to an array of local products from artisanal cheese and robust olive oils to sweet jams and tasty figs, you'll have an opportunity to explore Berat's culinary culture in tandem with its viniculture. Whether you're a wine enthusiast eager to deepen your understanding, a culinary adventurer looking to explore local flavors, or simply someone seeking an enjoyable outing in a beautiful setting, Wines & Stories of Berat promises an experience you won't soon forget. The wine contest at Wines & Stories stands as a distinguished segment of our festival, designed to spotlight Albania's flourishing vinicultural sector. Our adjudication panel is composed of esteemed oenologists and sommeliers from Austria and Italy, countries with illustrious histories in winemaking. Through their rigorous assessment based on globally recognized criteria—such as aroma, flavor profile, body, and finish—the contest aims to underscore the finesse and craftsmanship inherent in Albanian winemaking. The competition culminates with an award ceremony on the festival's final day. This event not only acknowledges the winners but also serves as an exposition of Albanian winemaking, demonstrating both its rich heritage and innovation. At Wines & Stories of Berat the tasting tours offer attendees more than just a sip of the local wines; they provide a full-sensory experience into the region's rich culinary culture. Thefig tour takes you through the aromatic orchards of Roshnik village, revealing the age-old techniques of fig preservation.For those interested in the liquid gold of the Mediterranean, the olive oil tour allows a walk-through ancient olive grove and a firsthand experience of the olive pressing process. Cheese aficionados will appreciate the cheese making tour, a hands-on journey exploring the craft ofBerat's finest cheeses. Lastly, the jam and glikotour reveals the time-honored methods of fruit preservation, a sweet testament to Berat's rich culinary culture. Each tour enriches Wine and Stories, making it a multidimensional event.

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