Planting of Olive Saplings
Spectators watch the mayor and honored guests plant olive saplings, followed by applause and photography. Local children often assist to emphasize passing tradition to the next generation.
~15:40
Durrës Olive Festival
Festa e Ullirit
Durres, Albania
Oct 25, 2025ConfirmedSource
Each autumn, the city of Durrës celebrates the olive, its old emblem of peace, with the Festa e Ullirit. Ceremonial plantings in city parks join a festive concert and dance, in a civic celebration that draws on the deep place the olive tree has long held in the life and spirit of this coastal Albanian city.
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Durres, Albania
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Durrës Olive Festival
Festa e Ullirit
Durres, Albania
Each autumn, the city of Durrës celebrates the olive, its old emblem of peace, with the Festa e Ullirit. Ceremonial plantings in city parks join a festive concert and dance, in a civic celebration that draws on the deep place the olive tree has long held in the life and spirit of this coastal Albanian city.
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In Durrës, the olive has long been a symbol of peace. The festival has become a civic tradition where city leaders and citizens gather each autumn. It blends cultural pride (with local folk concerts and dance) with civic commemoration (honoring doctors and community contributors with city medals). The olive-planting ritual in a public space reinforces connections between Durrës residents and their city’s land and history.
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~15:40Expected
Planting of Olive Saplings
Spectators watch the mayor and honored guests plant olive saplings, followed by applause and photography. Local children often assist to emphasize passing tradition to the next generation.
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Dress for the setting
Comfortable attire
Respect local boundaries
Visitors should observe respect during the award ceremonies, remain quiet during speeches, and follow instructi...
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Oct 25, 2025
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Durres
Durrës County (Durrës City)
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Free public events available
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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