Opening concert with Bosnian sevdah
Festival-goers gather on Žitni trg for the lively opening performance. The concert features fiery sevdah songs and world-folk rhythms, introducing the festival's blend of local tradition and global music.
~21:00
World Music Fest Zeman
Novi Pazar, Serbia
Aug 12 - 14, 2025ConfirmedSource
Each summer, the city of Novi Pazar fills Wheat Square with the World Music Fest Zeman. International artists and local performers bring world music and Balkan folk, including Bosnian sevdah, to the heart of town, in a celebration of the multicultural, Bosniak heritage of this Sandžak city.
Key moments
Day 1 · Aug 12
Where it happens
Житни трг
Novi Pazar, Serbia
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Visitors should be respectful of local customs and avoid disrupting performers.
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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World Music Fest Zeman
Novi Pazar, Serbia
Each summer, the city of Novi Pazar fills Wheat Square with the World Music Fest Zeman. International artists and local performers bring world music and Balkan folk, including Bosnian sevdah, to the heart of town, in a celebration of the multicultural, Bosniak heritage of this Sandžak city.
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The story behind it
Novi Pazar is a multicultural city in Sandžak with a strong Bosniak heritage. World Music Fest Zeman reflects this identity by connecting local traditional music (sevdalinka, Romani songs) with global music. Organized by the City Cultural Center and supported by the Serbian Ministry of Tourism, it showcases Novi Pazar's role as a crossroads of cultures. The festival invites international artists and emphasizes Balkan music, r...
Key moments to know
Day 1Aug 12~21:00Expected
Opening concert with Bosnian sevdah
Festival-goers gather on Žitni trg for the lively opening performance. The concert features fiery sevdah songs and world-folk rhythms, introducing the festival's blend of local tradition and global music.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Respect local boundaries
Visitors should be respectful of local customs and avoid disrupting performers.
Essentials at a glance
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Aug 12 - 14, 2025
Confirmed
City / Area
Novi Pazar
Sandžak (Bosniak community)
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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