TIRANA, March 14 – The Municipality of Tirana announced a series of events to celebrate Dita e Verës (Summer Day), turning the city into a hub of music, culture, and entertainment.

Festivities start on March 13 at Parku Europa with an electronic music party from 18:00 to midnight. DJs and artists will perform. Meanwhile, Skanderbeg Square will host retro cars decorated with flowers, live music, and food areas for visitors.

Parku Europa will continue with concerts by New Artist, Peter Pan Quartet, Niki Zaimi Band, Killua, and Bleta Pertace. Between the Ministries of Finance and Agriculture, the Creative Industry Agency will promote art projects and young talent.

Murat Toptani Pedestrian Street will host “Putra në Festë” (Paw in Fest), raising awareness about pet care. Artisan Fest at “Martyrs of the Nation” main boulevard will feature 20 craft stalls, workshops, and folk performances. A Food Festival will offer traditional Albanian cuisine and children’s activities.

An artistic ballokume installation will be placed on the connecting bridge, with a photo-booth for citizens. The area from Pyramid to the Prime Minister’s Office will host sports activities, including volleyball, tennis, football, and martial arts, with an accompanying concert.

Parku Rinia (Youth Park) will organize a Garage Sale for children to exchange toys and books. Martyrs of the Nation” Boulevard will host the flower fair “Lule të bukura ka Tirona” (Beautiful Flowers of Tirana). Cycling workshops will take place in front of the Palace of Congresses, while Mother Teresa Square will offer road safety and first aid demonstrations.

The celebrations will conclude with a Street Party in former Blloku area from 12:00 to midnight. The municipality said the program aims to combine tradition, art, gastronomy, sports, and community activities in Tirana’s key public spaces.

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