Sibiu International Theatre Festival 2027: FITS in Romania

Welcome to the Sibiu International Theatre Festival 2027

From June 18 to 27, 2027, the Romanian city of Sibiu once again turns into a vast open air stage. The Sibiu International Theatre Festival, known as FITS, ranks alongside the Festival d'Avignon and the Edinburgh International Festival as one of the largest performing arts festivals in the world, bringing together thousands of artists from across the globe.

Highlights and Attractions at FITS in Sibiu

• Hundreds of performances spanning theatre, dance, contemporary circus, music and visual arts
• Large open air shows staged on the historic squares of the old town, including Piața Mare and Piața Mică
• Guests and companies from around seventy countries in a truly international program
• Close to half of all events are free to attend
• Renowned names of international stage art alongside emerging young artists
• The Walk of Fame, honoring major figures of world theatre with stars in the city center
• A side program of conferences, book launches, exhibitions and workshops

Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Sibiu

For ten days, the streets, squares and theatre halls of Sibiu become stages for theatre, dance and circus art. Alongside classic productions at the Radu Stanca National Theatre and other venues, large scale street theatre on the squares of the old town shapes the atmosphere of the whole city. The full 2027 program is usually published on the official website in spring.

Tickets and Admission for FITS Sibiu

A large share of the open air performances are traditionally free to attend. For shows held in theatre halls, tickets have generally cost the equivalent of roughly ten to forty euros, with discounts available for certain visitor groups. Exact 2027 prices will only be confirmed once the program launches in spring, so the figures above should be read as guidance based on previous editions.

Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Sibiu

• Sibiu has its own international airport, and the city is also reachable via Bucharest, Cluj or Timișoara
• Train and coach services connect Sibiu with Romania's larger cities
• Late June in Transylvania usually brings warm but occasionally changeable summer weather
• Since the festival draws many international visitors, accommodation in the old town should be booked well ahead
• For popular indoor performances, buying tickets early through the official website is recommended