The Cherry Festival in Kyustendil 2022

Cherry is one of the symbols of the city of Kyustendil.

Since 1896, the city of Kyustendil has welcomed the bright and sweet Cherry Festival, which takes place every June. On the first day, tables and showcases are originally decorated with sweet fruits. The cherries are tied with the branches of the tree. On the first day of the festival, a competition called "The Cherry Crafts" is held. Traders and artists from all over the country demonstrate the cherry as an art and show various products made from this fruit - dolls, sculptureы, jewellery, etc.

On the second day of the festival, folklore dances, songs and humour will be performed at the open-air stage in the city centre, showing traditional customs. On the same day, the "biggest sweet cherry competition" and several other competitions will take place.

On the third day of the festival, guests and residents of the city can see a culinary exhibition featuring local dishes and demonstrations by chefs. This holiday symbolises the beginning of the summer season and the harvest in this picturesque region.