What to do in Tirana this weekend? If you’re looking for a different way to spend your weekend, Tirana has everything you need from cultural events and concerts to exhibitions, children’s shows, and outdoor activities. The weekend of October 17–19, 2025 comes with a calendar full of color and energy for every age and taste. Below, you’ll find a curated list of the most interesting events happening in the capital. Take notes, pick your favorites, and head out to enjoy the city!
🟦 Concerts & Music
🎶 Teknik – Techno Day @ Vila 31
If you’re a fan of electronic music, don’t miss the event “Teknik – Techno Day” this Sunday, October 19, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, in a location as historic as it is unusual – Vila 31, the former residence of Enver Hoxha in the heart of Blloku. Well-known local DJs such as Ndrekodjali, Leo, and Butë will perform by the indoor pool, accompanied by professional lighting and audio systems.
🎧 Entry is free, and the experience? A unique fusion of architectural history and modern beats.
🟦 Festivals & culture
🎭 International Dance Festival – IDFT 2025
From October 9 to 25, Tirana transforms into the stage of contemporary dance with the 4th edition of the International Dance Festival – IDFT, featuring performances at the National Opera and Ballet Theater, ArTurbina, and other cultural venues. This weekend includes several ballet premieres, modern performances, participatory events, and children’s workshops.
🎟 Some shows are free entry, others require a small symbolic ticket — all meant to bring dance closer to the public.
🎤 ADAM – one of Kazakhstan’s most famous artists 🇰🇿
Arrives in Tirana for an unforgettable opening concert! 🎶🔥With his unique voice and modern style blending tradition with contemporary energy, ADAM has captured the hearts of audiences around the world. 🌍💫His hit “Zhurek” has topped charts in over 30 countries and gathered more than 3 billion views on YouTube and TikTok! 📈🎵
A night full of rhythm and emotion that will light up Tirana’s atmosphere! 🔥💃
❗️Free entry!
🟦 Theater for Adults
🎭 “The Invasion” – with Gent Hazizi at the National Theater
A powerful performance featuring the renowned actor Gent Hazizi, playing on October 15 and returning on October 17 & 24 at 8:00 PM in the National Theater. Expect sharp humor and deep social reflection.
🎟 Tickets can be purchased at the theater box office or online platforms.
🟦 Children’s Activities
🎭 Puppet Show “The Vitamins of Life” – Puppet Theater
An educational adventure for the little ones, “The Vitamins of Life” is a fun-filled show packed with music, humor, and beloved characters teaching kids the importance of healthy eating.
📍 Location: Puppet Theater (city center)
🕥 Dates: October 18 & 19, with two sessions daily at 10:30 and 11:30 AM
🎟 Tickets are affordable and available before the show at the theater reception.
✨ Children’s Theater “Magical Weekend” – arTurbina
A heartwarming story where a brother and sister experience a life-changing weekend — learning to look beyond screens and discover real-life values.
📅 Playing until October 19 at 10:30 AM in the National Experimental Theater (arTurbina).
🎟 Tickets are available at the theater box office or via reservation.
🟦 Exhibitions & Art
🎨 “Mediterranean Bridges” – International Watercolor Biennale
For visual art lovers, the Watercolor Biennale brings to Tirana artworks from hundreds of artists across more than 40 countries.
📍 Main location: Tirana Art Gallery (Rr. e Kavajës, Prefecture building)
📅 Open until October 25 – including the weekend of the 19–20
🎟 Entry is free, offering a rare chance to experience this delicate painting technique up close.
📷 Photo Exhibition “Don’t Look Back at the House That Burns” – Jutta Benzenberg
Located in a temporary pavilion in Skanderbeg Square, this moving exhibition features photographs of 1990s Albania — many of which were rescued from a 2006 fire.
🕙 Open daily from 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
🎟 Free admission — a rare opportunity to experience art and history intertwined.
🟦 Sports & Outdoor Activities
🏃♂️ Tirana Marathon 2025
On Sunday, October 19, Tirana hosts the 9th edition of the Tirana Marathon, one of the country’s biggest sports events. The race starts at Skanderbeg Square at 9:00 AM and includes four categories:
- Marathon (42 km)
- Half Marathon (21 km)
- 10 km Run
- “Edhe Ne” – inclusive run for people with disabilities
🎉 The atmosphere is electric: the city streets fill with live music, folk dancers, and enthusiastic spectators cheering on the runners.
🚧 Note: Some central roads will be closed to traffic until noon due to the race.
🎟 Participation is free for the public — just step out and be part of the positive energy!
This weekend in Tirana has it all, music beats, contemporary art, theater for adults and children, and outdoor activities. The city is alive with energy and culture, and everyone can find something that matches their mood or desire to spend a special weekend.
📅 For a broader monthly overview, also check:
👉 Tirana October 2025 Events
