The Festival of the Hearts () is an international folklore event held annually in TimiÃÂoara, Romania. Established in 1990, the festival unites folklore ensembles from around the world to celebrate and promote intangible cultural heritage. Featuring dance, music, and parade performances, the event serves as a vibrant platform for cultural exchange and the showcasing of folk traditions. With a focus on international participation and cultural diversity, the festival plays a key role in fostering intercultural connections and preserving folk customs.
It is organized by the city culture house and was inaugurated to commemorate the heroes of the 1989 Romanian revolution. The festival program features participation from at least 12 countries across five days in TimiÃÂoara. The Festival of the Hearts is the first Romanian event to be included in the CIOFF calendar, operating under the patronage of UNESCO.