Harvest Day in Turnhout 2026: Romanian flavours, traditions and entrepreneurs from the diaspora
Harvest Day in Turnhout 2026
Romanian flavours, traditions and entrepreneurs from the diaspora come together at the Grote Markt for a warm autumn day of food, art, music and community.
Ziua Recoltei is more than just a market. It’s a meeting place for people in the diaspora who keep traditions alive, share their culture, and bring the tastes of home closer in Belgium.
During the event, you’ll discover Romanian and international dishes, artisanal desserts, natural products, Romanian wines, handmade creations, paintings, music, and activities for the whole family.
Food and autumn treats
Madame Jeanette
Madame Jeanette is bringing her food truck and authentic Surinamese dishes. A great opportunity for visitors who want to discover new and surprising flavours.
La Muzicantu’
La Muzicantu’ is bringing burgers and Romanian mici, along with a carefully selected range of Romanian products: savoury pies, cheese from Bucovina, Pleșcoi sausages, sheep pastrami, cured pork fat, smoked meats, grapes, and fresh grape must. Depending on the space available, a few artisanal products may also be offered.
La Muzicantu’ is a Romanian shop with locations in Hoogstraten, Meerle and Rijkevorsel, where the community can find familiar Romanian products and flavours.
The Little Bakehouse by Daniela
The Little Bakehouse by Daniela, a small business from Merksplas, is bringing desserts made with passion. Look forward to fluffy cozonac, brânzoaice filled with sweet cheese and raisins, cinnamon rolls with apple and caramel or Lotus, Spartac cake served in a cup with sour cherries, carrot cake with caramel and pecans, lemon cookies, and other traditional and international treats.
Natural products from Echt & Puur
Echt & Puur, een familiebedrijf uit Eindhoven achter de webshop BioRomania.nl, is aanwezig met natuurlijke producten en zorgvuldig geselecteerde specialiteiten uit Roemenië en Griekenland.
At the stand, you’ll discover Romanian and Greek honey, including acacia honey, linden honey, wildflower honey, forest honey and creamed honey. The range also includes beehive products such as honeycomb, bee pollen, bee bread and propolis.
You’ll also find Greek extra virgin olive oil, olives, sea buckthorn products, natural snacks, sesame bars, syrups, natural personal care products and gift sets.
Vinuri românești
Rovino.nl will be there with a selection of Romanian wines. It’s a great opportunity for those who enjoy familiar flavours from Romania, as well as visitors who want to discover new grape varieties and Romanian wineries.
Art, embroidery and handmade creations
Broderie Alexys
Broderie Alexys presents creations made using computerised embroidery: embroidered jewellery, embroidered leather bracelets, keyrings, toiletry bags, bookmarks and other personalised items. They make distinctive gifts and original finds for anyone who appreciates fine details and craftsmanship.
Avdia Van Art
Avdia Van Art, a visual artist and art coach, is bringing paintings and other works of art. She also offers drawing and painting lessons online and in person, working on canvas and natural silk. Her stand will appeal to visitors who want to develop their creativity or learn more about her classes and artistic work.
Music and Romanian atmosphere
Romaniuc Denisa, a Romanian folk singer from the Bucovina region, brings traditional songs and a warm folk atmosphere to Ziua Recoltei.
Throughout the day, visitors can enjoy music, traditions and the energy of a community that keeps Romania close to its heart.
Autumn activity
Ook De Turnhoutse Patriotten zijn aanwezig en bereiden pompoensoep, perfect passend bij een gezellige herfstdag.
Come to Turnhout with family and friends to discover talented people, wonderful products and local initiatives. Ziua Recoltei is about traditions, flavours, coming together and people who, even far from Romania, still feel close to home.
