Belgrade Summer FestivalБеоградски летњи фестивал

Belef (Belgrade Summer Festival) is an annual multi-arts festival held in Belgrade since 1993. It features theater, music, dance and visual arts performances across city venues, showcasing both established and emerging Serbian artists alongside regional programs 1. For visitors, Belef offers a chance to experience contemporary Belgrade culture in intimate theatrical settings, often with English surtitles for plays and concerts. The festival highlights new productions and premieres, providing insight into Serbian performing arts traditions.

Originating in the 1990s after Yugoslavia's breakup, Belef reflects Belgrade's post-WWII cultural revival. It is organized by the Belgrade Festival Center (CEBEF) and underscores the city's ongoing commitment to theater and arts 1. The festival’s name literally means 'Belgrade Summer Festival', referencing its timing during summer and Belgrade’s historic central role in Serbian culture.