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MESS International Theatre Festival

Festival·City centre

Every October

About MESS International Theatre Festival

MESS is Sarajevo’s international theatre festival, staging productions from Bosnia and abroad across the National Theatre, the Youth Theatre, SARTR and other venues each autumn; in 2026 it opened in early October. Our advice: check mess.ba for next year’s dates.

Why it's on our list

  • International theatre
  • Every autumn
  • City-wide

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with MESS International Theatre Festival before you go.

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