The CIOFF® Pilsen International Folklore Festival is a meeting point for lovers of folklore and folk art, attended by folklore ensembles from all over the world each year. Individual festival programmes take place in the historic centre of Pilsen. Hundreds of performers in colourful folk costumes create a unique atmosphere here through folk dance, music and singing. The festival also includes a festive costumed parade through the city, an Old Bohemian faire, demonstrations of folk crafts and traditional folk gastronomy.