Weekend calendar: Gaudeamus book fair, St Nicholas fairs, charity bazaar, and more
The weekend of the second round of the high-stakes presidential elections brings a large book fair in Bucharest, events marking the St Nicholas celebration, and numerous Christmas markets.<o:p></o:p>
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The weekend of the second round of the high-stakes presidential elections brings a large book fair in Bucharest, events marking the St Nicholas celebration, and numerous Christmas markets.
In Bucharest:
Gaudeamus
December 4 – December 8
One of Bucharest’s two main book fairs, Gaudeamus returns at Romexpo’s B2 Pavilion with the latest releases, meetings with authors and various other events. Further info here.
St Nicholas Fair @ Peasant Museum
December 6 – December 8
More than 80 artisans - skilled potters, spoon makers, weavers, braiders, leatherworkers, woodworkers, iconographers, carvers - from over the country are present at the National Museum of the Romanian Peasant, with the creations they have made over the year. Further details here.
St Nicholas Fair @ Village Museum
December 2 – December 8
The alleys of the museum will host the artisans and their creations – decorations, toys and more, all good options for those looking for season gifts. More info here.
Bucharest Christmas Market
Until December 26
Held in Bucharest's Constitution Square, the event awaits visitors with activities and attractions dedicated to the entire family. It features a 30-meter-tall Christmas tree, a craft and creation fair, carol concerts, and international music, among others. More details here.
West Side Christmas Market in Bucharest
Until December 27
For the fourth year in a row, the Drumul Taberei Park in Bucharest's District 6 hosts the event set to feature fairytale houses, a Christmas tree, fairytale characters, and more. Further details
