Georgia is a country in Europe full of deep, centuries-old cultures that are actively rooted in local customs. Here you will find all the famous summer festivals in Georgia that are unique in the country. And because Georgians love to glorify everything from Tbilisi’s birthday to the harvest of grapes, the holidays always emphasize food, music, and excellent wine. There is no better way to experience a culture than to attend these festivals. Learn about the best summer festivals in Georgia.
Top Summer Festivals and Events in Georgia
1. Tbilisoba
Tbilisoba
Despite the fact that the official day of the founding of Tbilisi is not recognized, the Georgians still observe it with the most important summer events in Georgia. The first Tbilisi was held on October 28, 1979, and has since been recorded every last weekend in October. This is the time when the harvest time is done, nature is changing in color, and the weather is still mild. But over the past few years, the government has decided to move the holidays to September, and the dates change every time. The central areas of the city are full of various vendors selling locally made goods such as cheese, wine, spirits, vegetables, fruits, homewares and accessories, honey, dried fruits, Churchkhela; everything you can imagine. But the festival is not just about food; you can experience theatrical performances of the country’s historical events, as well as dance and folk music performances, culminating in a gala show and fireworks.
Where: Tbilisi
When: June
2. New Wine Festival
New Wine Festival
A relatively new branch of the Georgian festival scene, the New Wine Festival focuses on wine made from the latest fruits. Spring is considered to be the opening of wine pots and bringing them out for everyone. The venue of the festival is uncertain, as are the companies or family wineries that pull out their products. The popularity of the festival has grown rapidly, with more and more members year after year. Here you can enjoy more than 60 Georgian wines, some of which are not yet sold in the markets. And since Georgians are obsessed with drinking and eating, there is always a place where mtsvadit (Georgian sashlik), good bread, or other snacks are served to keep you calm.
Where: Various Cities in Georgia
When: June
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3. Tushetoba
Tushetoba
The festival in Tusheti marks the cultural heritage of the region. Traditionally, a horse race starts the event and the winner gets a flag and a sheep – the locals are the nation’s main sheep breeders. The area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized by medieval towers, unspoiled communities, and beautiful landscapes. One of the best intentions is to come to Tushetoba to see how the locals make the original Khinkalit, the famous Georgian meatball. You can try to make it yourself.
Where: Tusheti
When: July
4. Art-Gene Festival
Art-Gene Festival
Art-Gene, which has existed since 2003, is a famous music ceremony at the Ethnographic Museum in Tbilisi. The festival highlights artists specializing in classical folk music, contemporary Georgian artists and traditional dance ensembles. In the summer months, unlike other holidays in Georgia, Art-Gene is a one- or more-day celebration where locals appreciate nature, evening summer breezes and excellent music. During the day, you can walk through the craft stalls, sample a variety of dishes and drink local wine or beer. There are plenty of opportunities to have a picnic with relaxing harmonies in the background.
Where: Tbilisi
When: July
5. Traditional Tushetian Cheese Festival
Traditional Tushetian Cheese Festival
In addition to the medieval towers and magnificent landscapes, it is famous for its goat cheese from the Tusheti region. This popular summer event in Georgia festival will be celebrated in Akhemta in the last week of May and will bring cheese producers from nearby districts. Moreover, you can see many leisure activities, horse racing, crafts and listen to the local people.
Where: Tusheti region
When: May
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6. Cheese Festival
Cheese Festival
Georgia produces a wide range of cheeses and the most desirable place to try each and the different types is the cheese festival in Tbilisi. Since 2015, Armenian and Azerbaijani cheesemakers have started competing at the celebration, giving their guests more cheese! You can try sambal-Chaco (a wet cottage cheese that is later drained), goat cheese called Guda, tensile – twisted tightly into a braid, or cheese soaked in oils, spices, wine, honey, flowers, and much more. It is one of the traditional summer festivals in Georgia.
Where: Tbilisi
When: Late September
7. Rtveli
Rtveli
Georgia is a unique harvest and harvest traditional festival in Rtveli, and usually begins in late September and ends in mid-October. Georgia has been serving wine for 8,000 years, and the tradition of Rtveli dates back to that time. Like many other countries, winemakers used to walk the vines, and with current technology, everything is easier. Some winemakers try to preserve tradition and let their grandchildren squeeze small quantities. And when the harvest is done, the Georgians sit down and taste the abundance of mid-autumn.
Where: Various Cities in Georgia
When: Late September
8. Alaverdoba
Alaverdoba
This religious and folk festival in Kakheti is also linked to the Harvest Festival and one of the most unique traditional holidays in Georgia. The name of this popular summer festival in Georgia comes from the Alaverdi Cathedral, where full worship takes place. The celebration lasts for several days and ends on September 28, the feast day of St. Joseph of Alaverdi, one of the thirteen Assyrian fathers and patron of the 6th-century cathedral of his name.
Where: Akhmeta Municipality Alaverdi Monastery, 0906, Georgia
When: September
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