Good to know
Good to Know
- Most major events are free or very affordable. Tbilisoba and New Wine Festival require no entry fee; core exhibitions at KOLGA are free.
- Exact dates for events like Tbilisoba are often confirmed only a few weeks in advance by Tbilisi City Hall—check local tourism sites closer to travel dates.
- Bring cash: many vendors at festivals, especially food stalls and artisan stands, accept cash only.
- Public transport is affordable (~0.50 GEL per trip); taxis/Bolt cost 5–10 GEL for trips within central Tbilisi.
- Festivals are genuinely attended by locals, not just tourists. Expect crowds, especially at Tbilisoba and wine festivals.
- Many festivals involve walking between venues and outdoor settings; wear comfortable shoes.
- Early booking or early arrival (especially for free events) is advised to avoid crowds and access the full range of stalls and performances.
Events
Tbilisoba
- Admission
- GEL 0.00
Core festival is free; some special performances may charge 15-25 GEL
- Accessibility
- Citywide, free entry
- Typical Month
- Early October (first weekend)
- Typical Duration Days
- 2
- Description
- Tbilisi's largest annual celebration, commemorating the founding of the city. Features open-air concerts, traditional music and dance performances, folk art exhibitions, handicraft bazaars, food markets, vintage car displays, and regional cultural displays from across Georgia.
Main Venues
- Rike Park
- Orbeliani Square
- Abanotubani (Old Tbilisi)
KOLGA Tbilisi Photo Festival
- Admission
- GEL 0.00
- Accessibility
- Free entry to all exhibitions and most events
- Typical Month
- Early May (May 1-4 in 2026)
- Typical Duration Days
- 4
- Description
- One of the Caucasus' most established and internationally recognized photography festivals. Citywide exhibition featuring exhibitions, workshops, masterclasses, portfolio reviews, and an international photo competition award ceremony. Distributed across multiple galleries, cultural centers, and public spaces.
Main Venues
- Multiple venues across Tbilisi
Art-Gene Folk Music & Craft Festival
- Accessibility
- Ticketed event
- Typical Month
- July
- Typical Duration Days
- 5
- Description
- Week-long celebration of Georgian folk traditions established in 2004. Features folk ensembles, polyphonic singers, dancers, and craftspeople from different regions. Open-air performances, craft workshops, and exhibits at the Ethnographic Museum of Tbilisi.
Main Venues
- Ethnographic Museum of Tbilisi
Tbilisi Easter Market
- Admission
- GEL 0.00
- Accessibility
- Free, open-air market
- Typical Month
- March/April (week before Easter)
- Typical Duration Days
- 7
- Description
- Annual spring market held during the week leading up to Orthodox Easter Sunday. Features traditional Easter treats, hand-painted eggs, paska (Georgian Easter bread), and handmade arts and crafts including pottery, wood carvings, and textiles.
Main Venues
- Rose Revolution Square
- Rike Park
- various locations citywide
New Wine Festival
- Admission
- GEL 0.00
- Accessibility
- Free entry
- Typical Month
- May (second weekend)
- Typical Duration Days
- 2
- Description
- Spring celebration of new Georgian wine where winemakers open their qvevri (traditional clay vessels) and bottles from the previous harvest. Brings together small family wineries and large-scale producers showcasing diverse wine production methods.
Main Venues
- Mtatsminda Park
Book Days in Tbilisi
- Accessibility
- Free and ticketed events
- Typical Month
- March
- Typical Duration Days
- 3
- Description
- Literary festival promoting Georgian literature and cultural exchange with international authors. Includes book fairs, literary meetings, and masterclasses for book enthusiasts.
Main Venues
- Various venues in Tbilisi
Tbilisi International Film Festival
- Accessibility
- Ticketed screenings
- Typical Month
- Late November/Early December
- Typical Duration Days
- 8
- Description
- One of the city's longest-running cultural events presenting films from around the world. Includes screenings, workshops, lectures, Q&A sessions, and panel discussions for domestic and international film professionals.
Main Venues
- Amirani Cinema
- other cinemas
Tbilisi International Festival of Theatre
- Accessibility
- Ticketed performances
- Typical Month
- June-July 2026 (shifted from traditional September dates)
- Typical Duration Days
- 30
- Description
- Annual festival showcasing theatrical performances from renowned companies and artists worldwide. Features contemporary drama and theatrical productions.
Main Venues
- Various theatre venues in Tbilisi
Zero Compromise Natural Wine Festival
- Admission
- GEL 30
Two-day pass price (approximately)
- Accessibility
- Ticketed
- Typical Month
- Early May
- Typical Duration Days
- 2
- Description
- All-you-can-drink natural wine festival hosted by the Natural Wine Association. Opportunity to meet winemakers and discuss natural wine production methods.
Main Venues
- Radio City
- Iago's Winery (Mtskheta)
Tbilisi Fashion Week
- Accessibility
- Ticketed
- Typical Month
- Late March/Early April
- Typical Duration Days
- 3
- Description
- Leading fashion event showcasing new collections from Georgian designers and international models. Attracts international attention as one of Eastern Europe's most prominent fashion events.
Main Venues
- Tbilisi Design Factory
- other venues
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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