Ohrid Summer Festival

Ohrid Summer Festival deserves a spot on the list of the most famous festivals in Macedonia. This event is one of Macedonia's most popular and well-attended festivals, attracting thousands of guests from all over the world. The event, which is full of music, theater, and dance, takes place in the gorgeous city of Ohrid, which has a history reaching back to the 4th century BC when the ancient Greek Dassaretae tribe lived on Lake Ohrid.

Ohrid promises to offer you a real cultural feast in which visitors can watch shows in unique venues such as the town's ancient outdoor theater or the 9th century Church of Sofia. For the fans of the arts, you can find some familiar names at Ohrid Summer Festival, such as the Belgian violinist Vadim Repin, and the Russian opera star Elena Vasiliyevna Obraztsova. Ohrid Summer Festival has been a member of the European Festival Association since 1994. The Macedonians are very proud of this festival because it offers significant cultural benefits to both the country and its guests.

When: Between 12 July and 20 August

Where: Ohrid, Macedonia