Traditional Romanian Celebrations in Sovata
Lively spirits, music, dance, and fine cuisine await you in this popular resort town
Romanians love to party. Enjoy Sovata’s relaxed, fun-filled events and relish in the cheerful mood of the local people. Add some variety to your spa holiday and learn more about life and festivities in Sovata.
We’ve put together a summary of the most important events for you here:

At the end of May, the thermal town celebrates its most important attraction – Bear Lake. For three days, a variety of cultural and entertainment options are on offer in celebration of this world renown lake.

October is all about pumpkins. You’ll see nearly 1,500 pumpkins on display. Terraces and doorways are decorated with all kinds of pumpkins for this three-day pumpkin festival. Restaurants offer pumpkin-themed menus that will delight the most sophisticated palate. Craftsmen display their products while artists and art groups entertain with music and lively dance performances.
Learn all about the local culture’s customs and traditions from the Association’s intricate exhibitions.

The Culture Centre offers a schedule of ongoing theatre performances, presentations by folk dance groups, concerts, and enchanting puppet shows.

Culinary masterpieces await you at the Cabbage Festival in Praid. The region’s cooks gather and compete to prepare the best of their delicious, famous stuffed cabbage recipes. Watch them work and taste these mouth-watering dishes.
Enjoy flavourful holidays in Sovata by taking part in local events alongside your spa treatments. Ask the staff at our hotels what’s going on – don’t miss out on the performances and festivals.