Duration
4 days and 3 nights, between June 18 and 21, 2026.
Hiking Fest Program
Four days in the mountains. Three nights of festival.
The program is built around time spent truly in nature: hiking, guided tours, dreamy views, activities for children, camping, music and dancing in the grass, outdoor screenings, authentic cauldron, campfire and moments of tranquility under the open sky.
Weather
7-day forecast at Camping Merișor
Merișor • Bănița commune • Hunedoara county
Overview
Hiking Fest 2026 in brief
Event organized by the Hiking and Excursions Club Association. The program may be modified depending on terrain conditions, weather or other unforeseen factors.
Location
Merișor Camping, Merișor village, Bănița commune.
Activities
Hiking, visits, concerts, campfires and outdoor activities.
Live music
Folk, popular music, mountain music, live covers and Party with DJ Hiking.
Timeline
2026 Edition Program
The 2026 edition program combines hiking, nature, live music, camping, and authentic experiences in a festival dedicated to the outdoor community.
Day 1 - THURSDAY
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10:00
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Check-in participants Meeting volunteers
Reception, validation of passes and installation in the camping area. Informing volunteers and distributing responsibilities: • setting up the campsite • setting up and dismantling the stage • preparing wood and fire pits • organizing common areas • setting up signs and information panels • controlling access to the campsite • activities for children • support for the association's guides -
14:00
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Arrival of guests and accommodation
Welcoming participants and assigning accommodation to cottages, guesthouses, tents and caravans. Presentation of routes, rules and main areas. -
20:00
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Corvin Castle
Spectacular medieval castle in Hunedoara, famous for its Gothic architecture, legends and impressive atmosphere. • accessible for all ages • each participant pays their own entrance ticket -
18:00
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Şipot Izvorani Waterfall
Easy hike. • accessible trail for all ages • easy walking • photo breaks • connecting with nature -
19:00
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Promoting artistic experience
Presentation of the artistic concept, the artists and the atmosphere of the festival. Music, bonfire and socializing. Acoustic evening -
19:15
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Special moment - Live music
Luke & Andra from Lupeni - Hikers' Anthem, Song released at the first edition of Hiking Fest in 2025 | Nicușor Poroabă** - Folk Music | Petre Buică & Streitferdt Ocsi - Folk Music | DJ Hiking -
22:00
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Campfire
Campfire at dusk. Stories from hikes, memories from past editions, photo-video projections, hot tea and a relaxed atmosphere around the fire, fun, socializing and live covers with Adi Câmpeanu.
Ziua 2
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07:00
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Sunrise Hike
Traseu ghidat de dimineață pentru priveliști spectaculoase. -
13:00
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Food la ceaun
Pauză de prânz cu mâncare caldă. -
18:00
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Workshop outdoor
Activare practică pentru participanți. -
13:00 - 14:00
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Meal service at the campsite
Practical activation for participants. Lunch break with hot food. Food at the cauldron Guided morning trail for spectacular views. Outdoor workshop -
14:00 - 18:00
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Adventure in canyons through water under waterfalls and in caves - Part 2
Crivadiei Gorges — Spectacular experience through the gorges, with water crossings, among spectacular rocks and wild landscapes and authentic nature and water skiing... 😋 Curcubeu Waterfall — Picturesque waterfall formed between rocks, known for its play of light and color. Crivadiei Tower — Stop for photos and stories about the old medieval tower of the area. Medieval ruins full of history, located at the entrance to the spectacular Crivadiei Gorges. Gaura Oanei Cave — Spectacular cave hidden in the mountain, with a wild atmosphere and impressive natural formations. 💦 **Warning:** • we recommend a neoprene suit and water shoes • participation is at your own risk -
18:00 - 19:00
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Free time
• swimming pool • walks in the area • socializing • rest ⚽ **Interactive games** • outdoor games • friendly challenges • group fun -
19:00
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Special moment - Live music
Florin Paul Camen – folk music | Andrei Calotă – Ambassador of Retezat National Park – folk music | Petre Buică & Streitferdt Ocsi - Folk Music | DJ Hiking -
22:00
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The campfire
Campfire at dusk. Stories from hikes, memories from past editions, photo-video projections, hot tea and a relaxed atmosphere around the fire, fun, socializing and live covers with Adi Câmpeanu.
Ziua 3
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09:00
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Traseu panoramic
Drumeție ghidată cu puncte de belvedere. -
16:00
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Creator moments
Photo spots, conținut video și golden hour. -
21:00
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Forest Stage
Seară de festival cu atmosferă outdoor. -
19:00
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Special moment - Live music
Ciprian Ciutre – folk music | CALEnDAR Band – mountain music | Petre Buică & Streitferdt Ocsi - Folk Music | DJ Hiking -
22:00
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The campfire
Campfire at dusk. Stories from hikes, memories from past editions, photo-video projections, hot tea and a relaxed atmosphere around the fire, fun, socializing and live covers with Adi Câmpeanu.
Ziua 4
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09:30
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Cafea & recap
The latest camping stories and recap of the experience. -
12:00
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Check-out
Strângerea zonei de camp și plecare. -
13:00
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Închidere festival
Mulțumiri comunității și anunțuri pentru ediția următoare. -
19:00
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Music program
The last dance of the festival messages and hugs from new friends Thanks to the community and announcements for the next edition. -
21:00
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Festival closing
Tightening the camp area. Check-out
Drumeții și vizite
Locuri incluse în experiența Hiking Fest
Traseele și vizitele sunt gândite pentru a combina aventura, natura, fotografia și experiența locală.
Banita Gorge
Spectacular route, with access by water.
Jupâneasa Waterfall
An ideal natural stop for photos.
Cave Bolii
One of the area's well-known attractions.
Corvin Castle
Accessible excursion for all ages.
Lavender under the Hill
Perfect place for pictures and visual experiences.
The Ponoru Backwater - Fundătura Ponorului
A fairytale route, known as "God's Palm".
Rainbow Waterfall
Part of the adventure to the Crivadia Gorges.
Şipote Waterfalls
Şureanu Mountains, a trail along the water in a spectacular place.
Gaura Oanei Cave
Spectacular cave hidden between rocks, with a wild atmosphere and impressive landscapes around.
The Crivadia Gorge
Spectacular and wild gorges, crossed by water, with impressive cliffs and an atmosphere of adventure.
The Tower of Crivadia
It is a medieval fortification located in the Crivadia Gorge, at the entrance to the Jiu Valley. It was built in the 14th century, during the Angevin kings of Hungary, to supervise and defend the trade route that connected Transylvania to Wallachia.
The Spiral Cave
The Spiral Cave is located under the Bănița Fortress, near the Jiu Gorge, and is known for its narrow gallery that descends in a spiral shape.
Şipot Izvorani Waterfall
Easy hike. • accessible trail for all ages • leisurely walk • photo breaks • connection with nature
HIKING FEST • PROGRAM 2026 • DRUMEȚII • CONCERTE LIVE • CAMPING • FOC DE TABĂRĂ • COMUNITATE •
HIKING FEST • PROGRAM 2026 • DRUMEȚII • CONCERTE LIVE • CAMPING • FOC DE TABĂRĂ • COMUNITATE •
HIKING FEST • PROGRAM 2026 • DRUMEȚII • CONCERTE LIVE • CAMPING • FOC DE TABĂRĂ • COMUNITATE •
HIKING FEST • PROGRAM 2026 • DRUMEȚII • CONCERTE LIVE • CAMPING • FOC DE TABĂRĂ • COMUNITATE •
Live music
Artists and festival atmosphere
The list remains open for other bands who want to perform at Hiking Fest.
Folk & munte
CALEnDAR • Florin Paul Camen • Ciprian Ciutre • Petre Buică & Streitferdt Ocsi • Nicușor Poroabă
Live
Adi Cîmpeanu • Alin Perța
Special
Luke & Andra • Imnul Drumeților
Andrei Calotă • Ambasadorul Parcului Național Retezat
Party
DJ Hiking
Important
Useful information for participants
On my own
We do not provide transport. For day hikes you need a car or places available with other participants.
Separated
The participation kit does not include accommodation. Places for tents, caravans and other options must be booked separately.
Adaptable schedule
Organizers may modify the program, routes, or times depending on weather, terrain, or safety.