Opening Parade of Farmers
Colorful procession featuring local farmers in traditional dress, decorated tractors, and horses, followed by blessing of fruits.
Au Gust (Harvest & Food Festival, Durlești)
Festivalul „Au Gust” la Durlești
Durlești, Moldova
Aug 16 - 17, 2025Expected
Each summer, the town of Durlești near Chișinău celebrates Moldova's fruit harvest with the Au Gust festival. Fruit tastings, folk music, craft demonstrations, and food booths fill the day, in a warm gathering rooted in the country's long love of village fairs and the orchards that feed them.
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Folk Music Concert
Attendees enjoy performances by popular Moldovan folk bands and dance ensembles under the stars.
Where it happens
Scuarul Casei de Cultură Durlești
Durlești, Moldova
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Dress for the setting
Comfortable clothing
Read the local rhythm
Sun protection (hats, sunscreen)
Ask before close-up photos
Enjoy the festival respectfully, do not pick crops without permission.
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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REGIONAL HARVEST & FOODWAYS
Au Gust (Harvest & Food Festival, Durlești)
Festivalul „Au Gust” la Durlești
Durlești, Moldova
Each summer, the town of Durlești near Chișinău celebrates Moldova's fruit harvest with the Au Gust festival. Fruit tastings, folk music, craft demonstrations, and food booths fill the day, in a warm gathering rooted in the country's long love of village fairs and the orchards that feed them.
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Aug 16 - 17, 2025Expected dates
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Au Gust builds on Moldova’s long tradition of harvest celebrations and village fairs. It reflects the centrality of fruit cultivation and agriculture in the area’s culture. The festival is a modern twist on regional customs – combining community gatherings with agri-cultural education – showing how fruit harvests sustain local identity and economy.
Key moments to know
Opening Parade of Farmers
Colorful procession featuring local farmers in traditional dress, decorated tractors, and horses, followed by blessing of fruits.
Folk Music Concert
Attendees enjoy performances by popular Moldovan folk bands and dance ensembles under the stars.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Dress for the setting
Comfortable clothing
Read the local rhythm
Sun protection (hats, sunscreen)
Ask before close-up photos
Enjoy the festival respectfully, do not pick crops without permission.
Photo with care
None
Essentials at a glance
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Aug 16 - 17, 2025
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City / Area
Durlești
Moldovan agrarian traditions
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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