Weekend Gathering in Giurgiu: Movie Showings Grace City Devoid of Cinema Venue in Southern Romania
The city of Giurgiu in southern Romania is set to host the Play Giurgiu Children's Festival 2025, a weekend extravaganza dedicated to children and teenagers. Organised by the animation festival Animest and taking place at the Tudor Vianu theater and the esplanade in front of it, the event is scheduled from June 27 to June 29, 2025[1][2].
### A Cinematic Celebration for All
The festival promises a thrilling mix of free outdoor film screenings on a 12-meter screen and indoor screenings of international and Romanian films, including animation, fiction, and award-winning short films[1]. In addition to films, the festival offers workshops on poetry, animation, media education, and environmental exploration, with renowned local poet Carmen Tiderle leading the poetry workshops[1].
Environmental activities are organised by Mai Mult Verde, while a "cultural refuge" area by the bookstore chain Cărturești offers a selection of books curated for the festival[1].
### A Rich and Diverse Programme
The diverse lineup includes well-known titles such as The Little Prince, Ernest and Celestine, Falcon Lake, and classics like Karate Kid, as well as Cireșarii, based on the novel by Constantin Chiriță[1][3].
This unique event was founded by Mihai Mitrică, a native of Giurgiu and the founding director of Animest, in collaboration with former colleagues from the city and a team of young volunteers[1]. The festival is a gesture of giving back and responsibility, with the aim of making a positive impact on children and teenagers in Giurgiu[1].
The combination of film screenings, educational workshops, and cultural activities makes Play Giurgiu a distinctive event that enriches the cultural landscape of the city and encourages engagement with cinema and culture among young audiences[1][2].
[1] News source: https://www.playgiurgiu.ro/ [2] News source: https://animest.ro/ [3] News source: https://www.romania-insider.com/play-giurgiu-childrens-festival-2025-announced-giurgiu-animest/
- For those who prefer outdoor-living and enjoy fashion-and-beauty, the cultural refuge area at the Play Giurgiu Children's Festival 2025, curated by Cărturești, offers a variety of books and other engaging activities.
- The Play Giurgiu Children's Festival 2025 also promotes home-and-garden consciousness through environmental exploration activities organized by Mai Mult Verde.
- After a day of cinema enjoyment, families can unwind with entertainment options available during Play Giurgiu Children's Festival 2025, such as workshops, poetry readings, and more, making it an enjoyable lifestyle experience for all ages.
