Get ready for the 56th Mowing Festival on Rajac, an event that blends Serbian tradition, nature, and — surprise! — ecological issues. From July 18 to 20, the gentle slopes of Suvobor and Rajac will become the stage for preserving Serbia’s intangible cultural heritage, turning traditional hand mowing into a spectacle filled with competitions, concerts, and folk ensembles.
Organizers from the Ljig Tourist Organization promise a rich program: from an exhibition of mowing tools, performances by Ana Bekuta, to an international team competition in hand mowing. But it’s not all idyllic — this year, special emphasis is placed on environmental protection and promoting eco-tourism, because hey, tradition must keep up with modern values.
While Rajac celebrates Serbian village life and customs, Serbia is simultaneously baking under record temperatures reaching 36 degrees Celsius, with cities like Niš and Leskovac experiencing scorching heat. An orange weather alert warns of dangerous conditions, complicating plans for summer events and vacations.
Will the Rajac mowing festival manage to unite tradition and ecology, or will it turn into just another tourist circus? Pack your smile, bring your scythe, and come see — you might learn something new or simply enjoy the trumpeters and homemade cuisine.
Think hand mowing grass is boring? Think again! Expect exhibition competitions, a parade of mowers and trumpeters, and even DJ Dream MN for those who like to party late. Tradition has never been this loud and hot!
As you prepare for this spectacle, keep an eye on the thermometer and get ready for a true summer adventure. Got a story about mowing or summer heat? Share it — who knows, your anecdote might become the hit of the next festival!
