​For those who do not go to the mountains, but do not want to just sit at home, chained with their family, Bucharest has a lot of interesting offers for the Christmas period.

Unfortunately, no snow is forecast this weekend, so even with the lights and decorations, the capital will look pretty gray. But there are a few places you can visit to get some good seasonal photos even without the snow.

For example, Instagram was flooded with photos from Casa Mița Biciclistathe exterior of which was very nicely decorated for Christmas.

PHOTO: La Mita Biciclista/ Facebook

Entrance from the hotel Marmorosh Bucharest it’s also an internet sensation and truly spectacular, especially after dark. This is the work of the Lithuanian designer Mantas Petrushkievičius, who assembled here an installation of 170 chandeliers and three huge white deer.

Lido Brasserie, located on Mageru Boulevard, has a story window that will not leave you indifferent. Then there is more Kotel x Guido (Calea Victoriei), a cafe that wanted to convey the idea of ​​gratitude to the city with a wonderful decoration made by Adina Filculescu of enRose.

Let’s not forget that we have two very popular Christmas markets in the city, which have a program on all days of the holiday. Bucharest Christmas Market 2022 (Piața Constituției) has many concerts announced both the day before and on Christmas Eve.

So on Saturday, December 24, there will be solo concerts: No Name (19:30-19:50), Spirit Brass Quintet (19:55-20:25), Mărioara Gheorghe, Grigore Gherman & the “Mlădiţe Ilfovene” Group (20 :30-21:00), Paula Seling (21:15-22:05), Ianna (22:15-22:45).

On Christmas Eve, December 25, Spirit Brass Quintet (19:30-20:00), Sorin Zlat & Friends (20:10-20:40), Narcisa Suciu (20:50-21:50) will perform. perform.

The second Christmas market in the capital is the Christmas market in Drumul Taberea, Westside Christmas Market, organized by UNTOLD.

On December 24, two concerts will be held: Minisong (19:00) and Iryna Syarbu (20:00). On December 25, the fair will open at 4:00 p.m., and the following concerts are announced for this evening: Fanfara lui Moș Crăciun (7:00 p.m.) and Keo & Alexandra Ungureanu (8:00 p.m.).

PHOTO: Cișmigiu ice rink/ Facebook

Another seasonal attraction Ice rink Cîsmigiu. This is the largest outdoor rink in the city, with an area of ​​3,600 square meters and a capacity of 1,000 people.

This weekend it will be open as follows: December 24 – from 10:00 to 11:30, 12:30 to 14:00, and December 25 – from 15:00 to 16:30, 17:00. 30 – 19:00, 20:00 – 21:30.

The premises are open on December 24-25

PHOTO: Expired/ Facebook

If you want to drink a good special coffee on the eve, as well as on Christmas, then you can do it in one of the most favorite cafes in the city: Boiler (Labor market). It is also open on December 24 (9:00-16:00) and December 25 (10:00-16:00).

You will find a good brunch at symbiote, but only on December 24 and only until 4:00 p.m. There are around Cîsmigi Bread and winewhich runs on December 24. but also Energywhich is also only open the day before.

AND Expired arrange Christmas in advance and in a large family with regular customers, and on the terrace, and in the club. Don’t expect traditional food, but with a classic Expirat menu, varied, honest and giving you freedom of choice. The event is called MOUTHFUL, December 24th, with music provided by George and Tudor aka NotSoCommonDj and Port Said.

Events you can go to on December 24 and 25

PHOTO: Monteoru Garden/ Facebook

On December 24, you can try the Elvis Presley tribute concert. “Blue Christmas”, “Silent night” or “Santa Claus is back in town” are just some of the songs that will create a festive atmosphere. Brewery Kh.

Roberto Elvis & The Heartbreakers will perform and come from Italy for this event dedicated to the King and to celebrate Christmas with the Romanians. Tickets cost 29 and 59 lei.

Also the day before, from 22:00, in El Dictador Downstairs This is the Ugly Christmas Sweaters Party, that is, a themed party where the ugliest Christmas sweater is awarded.

IN Control club it’s classic Ground Control with Leo, which means Berlin Room plays indie rock, brit pop, new wave, retro electro, new wave, synth and electro pop, post punk revival, grunge, rock n-roll, 60s surf and psychedelic, from 10:00 p.m. until late.

And at Apollo 111 Party – Pillow talk with Andrii Kristea (entrance 40 lei). For lynx lovers, v WAVE it is a Nuțu si Gheboasă concert and the entrance fee is 70 lei.

At the beginning, I mentioned the Marmorosh Hotel, which was decorated with dreamy decor. Well, on Christmas Day you can dine here as part of their brunch, which runs from 1pm to 4pm. The price is 450-500 lei per person, but it will definitely be something unforgettable.

There are enough events to get you out of the house on Christmas Eve, even if most establishments are closed. For example, the most seasonal concert without exception is Stefan Hruska at TNB. After a three-year break, winter songs and traditional Romanian carols will once again reach the hearts of the public thanks to the unique voice of Stefan Hrushka, perhaps the most famous performer of Romanian carols.

Also in Mojo it’s a karaoke party and doors open from 5 p.m.

to Garden of Monteoru It’s Christmas at the Palace with Charlie, Amy. According to the idea, one of the memorable scenes of the series “Wednesday” was also filmed here.

If you want to spend Christmas evening with Latin rhythms and Lebanese food, as strange as it sounds, there is also such an option. Nasser3 (Fluierului St. from Matăsari St.) organizes such an event on December 25 from 22:00, entrance fee 50 lei.

Control Club has Dirty Disco with Eugen Radescu (Berlin Room) on December 25, as well as Incognito with UTOPUS and Ivan, parties that last until 6:00 am.

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