Geyser NightsГејзерске ноћи

Geyser Nights is a major summer festival held annually in Sijarinska Banja (Medveđa) since the late 1990s. It takes place on the plateau next to the famous hot-water geyser, merging local spa tourism with Albanian-Serbian folk culture and pop entertainment. Each evening features concerts by well-known musicians, dance performances by cultural folklore groups, and day-time activities like swimming contests or kids’ puppet shows. The festival culminates with a traditional cooking competition "Zlatni kotlić Gejzera" (Golden Geyser Cauldron), reflecting the community’s culinary heritage. Visitors can enjoy the unique setting of mineral springs, local food, and nightly concerts under the stars. For locals, this multicultural event is a highlight of the year, celebrating regional identity and hospitality.

Geyser Nights grew out of Medveđa’s tradition of spa tourism and regional gathering, becoming the municipality’s central cultural event. Held each end of July around the geyser in Sijarinska Banja, the festival is supported by the local tourist board and municipality 1 2. It blends modern entertainment (pop-folk concerts) with Albanian and Serbian village customs, showcasing how Preševo Valley communities celebrate summer with music, dance, and communal feasts. The bilingual cultural program and holiday timing reflect the mixed Albanian-Serbian character of the area, and the event encourages visitation to Medveđa’s healing springs and natural scenery.