Major Festivals of Belarus: Autumn 2025 Guide

September: gastro-festivals and cultural events

The first month of autumn will offer visitors to Belarus a real kaleidoscope of activities – from culinary festivals to theater premieres.

• Belaya Vezha (Brest) – an international theater festival, held from September 5–12. It is one of the country’s main theater stages, attracting groups from all over the world.
• Animaevka (Mogilev) – an animated film festival traditionally held from September 24–26, bringing together top animators and showcasing films for the whole family.
• Eco-holiday "Cranes and Cranberries of the Miory Region" (Miory) - September 20, a unique festival of nature and traditions. At this time, you can watch cranes in the Yelnya swamps, try dishes and drinks from cranberries, visit concerts and fairs.

Gastronomic celebrations of September:

• “Bulbany Fest” (Uzda District) – a festival dedicated to the main Belarusian product – potatoes.
• “Makarouski Vykruntasy” (Berestovitsa) – September 6, a feast of sweets and homemade treats.

October: legends, crafts, and fishing

Mid-autumn will delight with a variety of formats: from mystical celebrations to craft fairs.

• “Veles Night” (Berezinsky Biosphere Reserve) – on the night of October 31 to November 1, a mystical festival with rituals, fire shows, and ethno-music.
• “Shchuchyn Fair” – the first half of October, a fair of artisans and craftsmen.
• “Pokrov Fair” – the second half of October, with folk songs, dances, and festive treats.

November: warm traditions and coziness

The last month of autumn will feature more intimate and atmospheric celebrations, helping to preserve warmth of the soul before winter.

• “Paraskeva Friday” (Mogilev District) – November 10, a folk holiday with rituals and fortune-telling.
• “Kata Pechy” (Dzerzhinsk District) – a bread festival with master classes on ancient recipes.
• Paraskeva Friday will also be celebrated in other districts of the country – including Mogilev, where unique traditions of this holiday have been preserved.
• In Borisov District in November, a rare ritual will be presented – “Carrying of the Mikhailovskaya Candle”, connected with ancient spiritual traditions and veneration of Saint Michael.

Why you should go

The autumn festivals of 2025 are not just events but a real kaleidoscope of impressions. They introduce visitors to the country’s cultural heritage, offer the chance to taste authentic dishes, experience traditions, and become part of living history.

Belarus is especially beautiful in autumn, and taking part in these festivals allows you to combine travel with rest and bright emotions. Whether you are drawn to gastronomy, theater, ethnography, or history – there is an event for everyone.