5 most famous and interesting festivals in Georgia

National festivals are among the best events in order toget into the spirit of culture from one country or another, learn a lot of interesting facts, make new friends, try traditional cuisine and spend time in a festive atmosphere.

Georgia is famous for its unique and vibrant folk festivals, which are held every year and gather a large number of participants at their venues.

If you are planning a trip to this wonderful country, catch the warm Georgian greetings from the five most interesting festivals of Georgia, which we recommend you to visit.Festivals in Georgia waiting for you!

Tbilisoba

Such an interesting name was given to the holiday "day of the city of Tbilisi". It has been celebrated on one of the weekends of October for thirty years.Celebration of the birthday of the capital of Georgia it lasts for several days and takes place on a large scale, which is typical of the Georgian people who know a lot about festivities.

Tbilisi City combines a large number of events: this is a culinary festival, the main character of which, of course, is a fragrant barbecue, and a winemaker's holiday, during which you will be able to participate in the process of crushing grapes, as well as numerous exhibitions, sales of folk art products, concerts, stage performances, fireworks. The main events are held in the city center: in parks and on Gorgasali Square.

Having visited the festival of Tbilisi, you will, without a doubt, get a lot of vivid impressions, taste a lot of different national dishes of Georgia, and, of course, wine, without which no holiday can do.

Batumoba

Batumoba is a festival held in honor of the birthday of the Black Sea the resort city of Batumi. Festive events are diverse and focused on both adults and children: these are various kinds of exhibitions, craft fairs, theatrical performances, photo exhibitions, contests, concerts. The main event of the batumob is the celebration of the national Ajarian dance Gundagan. Having visited the batumob festival, you will get to know the local flavor and get an unforgettable experience.

Rtveli

Of particular importance to the Georgian people is the ancient feast of the harvest of grapes Rtveli. Rtveli is considered a family holiday, but visiting guests will also be able to take part in it. Hospitable locals will welcome you, because Georgians love and know how to organize widelyholidays with wine, delicious treats, great music and dancing.

The time of the rtveli in different regions of Georgia is different, as it depends on the time of harvest. As a rule, in the east of the country it takes place in mid–September, and in the west - a month later. If you decide to take part in this traditional grape harvest festival, we recommend you visit the historical region of Kakheti. It is here that rtveli is celebrated especially widely, and you will be able to enjoy all the subtleties of Georgian peasant life.

Cheese Festival

Did you know that Georgia is famous all over the world not only for its excellent wines, but also for a variety of authentic cheeses? We advise you to take part in the gastronomic festival – the cheese festival. This holiday caucasian cheeses Since 2015, it has been international, and is held in the region that won the previous competition. Visitors will be offered to taste dozens of different varieties of Caucasian cheese: hard and soft, spicy and with spices, with nuts, honey and even wine. Plenty traditional cheese dishes they will not leave even the most refined gourmet indifferent.

Tbilisi Jazz Festival

Tbilisi Jazz Festival – this is an annual musical festival for connoisseurs of jazz art. The event is attended by both popular musical performers and young jazz artists who are just starting their way. In 2020, the guests of the festival were five-time Grammy winner American jazz vocalist Diane Reeves, jazz stars Dave Holland, Ken Baron and Jonathan Blake.