Orthodox Easter: Romania’s most important Christian holiday, Easter begins traditionally begins on Saturday evening. Locals prepare special dishes and painted eggs, which are sometimes taken to the church for a special blessing. Resurrection Mass is given just before midnight, after which churchgoers leave with lit candles which they carry home and use to light their own candles. Roast lamb and a sponge cake with poppy seeds and nuts (cozonac) are eaten at the traditional feast.

Medieval Sighisoara: this festival of medieval crafts and art forms is held in Sighisoara, one of the finest medieval towns in all of Europe. The music of troubadours highlights street performances, costumed parades, and several medieval ceremonies. The aura of Medieval Transylvania is truly bought to life here in Dracula’s home town.

Christmas Festival: many Romanian towns host lavish Christmas festivals during the holiday season. Traditionally, Christmas carols are an important part of the Christmas season in Romania, and many families will slaughter a pig and invite their friends, extended family members and neighbours to a lavish Christmas feast.