Gjirokastër National Folklore Festival (Biennial – Next Edition 2026)
🎶 Albania’s most important traditional festival at Gjirokastër Castle, featuring music, iso-polyphony, folk dances, and traditional costumes
📅 September (Biennial)
🌐 Website: https://kultura.gov.al
📬 info@mia.gov.al

Berat Film Festival (Annual)
🎥 International festival for Albanian and global films, highlighting emerging and regional talent
📅 July – August
🌐 Info: Promoted via RTSH & social media

Tirana International Film Festival (TIFF)
🎬 Prestigious festival since 2003; Golden Owl winners are eligible for Academy Awards submissions
📅 October
🌐 Website: https://tiranafilmfest.org/ 
📬 info@tiranafilmfest.org

Idromeno Festival (Annual)
🎨 Student-led festival for experimental and independent cinema in Albania
📅 June – July
🌐 Website: https://idromeno.com

Birra Korça Fest
🍺 Iconic beer festival in Korça, combining music, food, and craft brewing culture
📅 August
🌐 Website: https://festaebirres.com

Za Festival
🏞️ Village-based event blending traditional folklore with modern music in the village of Za
📅 July
🌐 Website: https://zafest.al

UNUM Festival
🎧 International beach music festival with top DJs on the Albanian Adriatic coast
📅 End of May – Early June
🌐 Website: https://unumfestival.com

Kala Festival
🌊 Coastal electronic, house, and techno festival on the Albanian Riviera
📅 June
🌐 Website: https://kala.al

Ion Festival
🎵 Music and lifestyle festival on the Ionian coast with world-class performances
📅 June
🌐 Website: https://ionalbania.com

Kënga Magjike Festival
🎤 Popular televised music competition showcasing original songs by Albanian artists
📅 November
🌐 Website: https://kengamagjike.com