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Join us for the 25th Herdeljezi Romani Festival, May 2, 2026, Voice of Roma’s annual springtime celebration of Balkan Romani music, dance and culture that culminates in a concert and dance party at 8 pm. The doors open and 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 featuring star clarinetist
Ismail Lumanovski, with Chris Bajmakovic, Hristina Ilioska, Benji Rifati, Rumen Sali Shopov and Janie Cowan. The opening evening set features local favorites
Balkan Ensemble Meraklii with Rumen Sali Shopov. Afternoon workshops with featured artists begin at 1 pm.
Tickets now on sale at ashkenaz.com
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This festival is presented by Voice of Roma, co-presented by Berkeley Balkan Bacchanal and hosted by Ashkenaz Music and Dance Center. Funded by Zellerbach Community Berkeley Civic Arts and the National Arts Relief Fund.
Contact festival production manager Peter Bonos, peter...@gmail.com for further information, including volunteer opportunities.
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