Join us for the 25th Herdeljezi Romani Festival, May 2, 2026, Voice of Roma’s annual springtime celebration of Romani music, dance and culture that culminates in a concert and dance party at 8 pm. The evening events begin at 5:30 pm with a free panel discussion featuring festival artists and covering the human rights of Romani communities amidst shifting political climates, followed by a free Romani dance workshop at 7 pm.

The Herdeljezi Festival Band highlights the traditional music of Balkan Roma as well as contemporary innovations. The Festival Band features star clarinetist Ismail Lumanovski, with Chris Bajmakovic, Hristina Ilioska, Benji Rifati, Rumen Sali Shopov and Janie Cowan. The opening evening set features local favorite Ensemble Meraklii. Afternoon workshops with featured artists begin at 1 pm.

• 1:00 - 2:15 PM: Drum Workshop with Rumen Sali Shopov

• 1:00 - 2:15 PM: Accordion and Multi-instrumental workshop with Chris Bajmakovic

• 2:30 - 3:45 PM: Balkan Singing Workshop with Hristina Ilioska

• 4:00 - 5:15 PM: Balkan Romani Melody workshop with Ismail Lumanovski

• 5:30 - 7:00 PM: Panel discussion Doors open for evening concert ticket holder

• 7:00 - 8:00 PM: Romani Dance Workshop

• 8:00 pm: Concert & Dance Party

• 8:00- 9:00 PM: Balkan Ensemble Meraklii

• 9:30 - 12:00 PM: Herdeljezi Festival Band

Tickets now on sale at ashkenaz.com

• General: evening concert $35/30 advanced
  students $30 (at door with valid ID)

• Workshop registration (per session) $25/20 advanced
  students $20 (each session with valid ID)

• All Workshop Pass $65/60 advanced
  students $55 (at door with valid ID)