Women on Matasari, at the 10th edition
An unique festival centered around women.
Ana-Maria Cononovici, 30.05.2022, 17:38
Summer in the capital Bucharest began, in the last 10 years at least, on Matasari Street. Known for its controversial history, the street, located in Bucharest s sector 2, was again crowded in the last weekend of May. Thousands of people wanted to enjoy an urban festival who this year celebrated its 10th edition. This urban festival bears the name of the very street. It’s called Femei pe Matasari (Women on Matasari). Having reached its 10th edition, this year the festival entertained the people of Bucharest with projects, good music, fashion shows, exhibitions, theatre performances, debates and an overall good vibe.
Iulian Vacarean is the head of the Beneva Association, the organiser of the festival. He gave us more details about this years edition: “This 10th edition was a great success. Alongside the 20 thousand visitors, we had various activities in the art zone. From film, theatre and exhibitions to the most talented craftsmen, we had it all. What can I say? It was a true celebration this year on Matasari Street.”
Iulian Vacarean told us more about the surprises the organizers had in store for their visitors: “For 10 years now, Matasari Street gives the start to summer, to say so. This festival embellishes not only our city, but also our soul. We must admit that, after 2 years of pandemic, we finally held the 10th edition and that felt like a miracle. In terms of music, we had guests from the young generation but also artists who took part in every edition. Exhibitors in the handicraft area were picked very carefully, from among the most talented and passionate people that we could find. We had around 80 creators of beautiful objects.”
Iulian Vacarean told us that the festival lasted three days, from Friday at 7 p.m. to 11 p.m and then Saturday and Sunday all day long. The street food sector was very well represented. Natural juices, wine, champagne, pancakes, cakes and Romanian and oriental dishes were on offer. Iulian Vacarean : “It is very important that we could hold this year the race on heels, which is a charity race. Men and women alike can put on some high heel shoes and take part in the race. The funds collected went to an association helping women in difficult situations. There were three categories of heels accepted in the competition and participants had to run 250 meters with them on. It was spectacular. It was also a very funny race, with a strong message.”
“Women on Mătăsari” is a festival that brings participants a lot of joy and an unforgettable experience, as well as some prizes, for the lucky winners. Iulian Văcărean: “It is important to say that Women on Matasari has already become an emblem of Bucharest. It is already a brand, a festival that, through an insertion of culture and social life has succeeded to completely transform a street, a neighborhood and, why not, an entire city.”
