RULES OF PARTICIPATION AND ACCESS
Bucharest Christmas Market
18th edition
Constitution Square
29th November – 28th December 2025
Free entry
I. General Information
1.1. The purpose of the „Rules of Participation and Access”, hereinafter referred to as Rules, is to define the terms and conditions of participation at the „Bucharest Christmas Market”, hereinafter referred to as the event.
1.2. The event is organized by the Municipality of Bucharest City Hall through CREART – The Center for Creation, Art, and Tradition.
1.3. The event takes place in Constitution Square and on Libertatii Boulevard, the section between Natiunile Unite Boulevard and Calea 13 Septembrie. The designated event area is clearly marked and hereinafter referred to as the event venue.
1.4. These rules apply to all individuals who want to participate in the event.
1.5. Access to the event is allowed only to individuals who comply with these rules. In case of non-compliance, the organizer reserves the right to deny access to the event or, where appropriate, to request that the venue be cleared.
1.6. These Rules will be displayed in summary near the entrances to the event, and may be consulted in full on the website www.creart.ro and by scanning the QR code displayed near the event entrances.
1.7. The Organiser may, at its sole discretion and without prior notification, modify these Rules, and any such modifications shall become effective upon their publication on the website www.creart.ro.
1.8. By entering the event area, participants acknowledge that they have fully read and understood the Rules and Regulations and agree to be bound by them.
II. Definitions
Within the scope of these Rules, the terms used are defined as follows:
2.1. The Bucharest Christmas Market is an outdoor cultural event held in accordance with applicable legislation. It includes the installation of logistical structures, props, decorations, and various light displays characteristic of a winter holiday fair, as well as artistic performances and/or other recreational activities, offered either free of charge or for a fee. The event is hosted within a designated area of Constitution Square and along Libertății Boulevard, specifically the section between Națiunile Unite Boulevard and Calea 13 Septembrie.
2.2. A participant in the event is any individual who satisfies the access conditions outlined in these Rules.
2.3. An unauthorized person is any individual who does not meet the access requirements for the event. A participant already present within the event area shall also be deemed unauthorized if they fail to comply with the provisions of these Rules.
2.4. Event period refers to the timeframe between the official opening of the event—29 November 2025 at 5:00 p.m.—and its closing on 28 December 2025 at 10:00 p.m., during which participants and authorized persons may access the event area exclusively within the established event hours and subject to compliance with these Rules.
2.5. Event hours refer to the time periods on each day of the event during which the public is allowed to attend. The event schedule is as follows
a. Saturday, 29 November 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.;
b. Monday to Friday (including 1st, 24th, 25th, and 26thof December 2025), from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.;
c. Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
2.5.1. Outside of the designated event hours, access to the event venue is strictly prohibited for all visitors, except for individuals expressly authorized by the Organiser/CREART and in accordance with the conditions established by CREART.
2.5.2. The Organiser reserves the right to modify the event’s opening hours, with any changes communicated promptly through its official communication channels.
III. Access to the event
3.1. Admission to the event is free.
3.2. Access is permitted exclusively through designated entry points and is subject to the venue’s available capacity.
3.3. Access will not be allowed to:
• Participants under the influence of alcohol and/or other substances, or those whose behaviour disrupts public order and safety, including, but not limited to, damaging property, slandering or insulting staff at entry points, or exhibiting conduct that negatively impacts the event’s atmosphere or the experience of other participants;
• Participants carrying items listed in Chapters IV and VI below;
• Participants who refuse security checks;
• Participants suspected of posing a risk to other participants or to the orderly conduct of the event;
• Participants attempting to enter ahead of others who arrived before them, disregarding the established order of access.
3.4. Participants seeking entry to the event area must use the access lanes designated by the Organiser and comply with the instructions of the Organiser, the security personnel, or the police.
3.5. Access to the event venue will be provided exclusively through the gates designated by the Organiser:
• Gate from the Ministry of Finance;
• Gate near the pedestrian crossing connecting Constitution Square and the sidewalk leading to INS;
• Gate from the Public Prosecutor’s Office of the Judicial and Criminal Court;
• Gate from the Ministry of Environment.
3.6. In the event of a large public gathering where access through the gates listed in Art. 3.5 becomes difficult and participant safety is at risk, public entry will be redirected via Libertății Boulevard.
3.7. Participant’s access to the event is permitted only during the hours established by the Organiser in the event program, as follows:
• Mondays to Fridays, from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (including 1st, 24th, 25th, and 26th December 2025);
• Saturdays and Sundays, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
3.8. The Organizer recommends that participants refrain from bringing bags larger than A4 size (~30 x 20 cm) when entering the event.
3.9. Participants may undergo a security screening, and any luggage—such as purses, backpacks, bags, or packages larger than 30 cm x 20 cm—will be inspected by authorized security personnel.
3.10. The Organizer may deny entry to participants who refuse a luggage inspection or who are believed to pose a risk to other attendees or to the orderly conduct of the event.
3.11. Access to the event will be on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on the capacity of the venue.
3.12. The Organizer may temporarily limit access to the event when the venue has reached capacity or whenever it is deemed necessary for participant safety, and no guarantee can be provided regarding waiting times.
3.13. People with disabilities accompanied by caretakers, individuals with small children in pushchairs, and pregnant women are not required to wait in line. o not have to wait in line to enter. They will be given priority to enter the event before other people waiting to enter. Persons with disabilities will also have access to the event via a specially designated platform, only if they are accompanied by someone, in accordance with applicable legal provisions.
3.14. Participation in the event is at the participants’ own risk, ensuring that they are physically and mentally fit when exposing themselves to the following situations/activities:
• Being in potentially crowded areas with loud noises or visual and audio special effects;
• Taking part in recreational or leisure activities that may carry a risk of injury.
3.15. Children under 14 years may enter the event area only if accompanied by an adult (parent, grandparent, close relative, guardian, etc.), who assumes full responsibility for the minor’s safety and behaviour. Minors aged 14 and older may enter unaccompanied but must present valid ID to verify their age.
Parents, guardians, or legal representatives are solely responsible for any risks to which the minors in their care are exposed by attending the event and participating in activities that could result in injury, harm, or death, as well as for any damage the minors may cause.
IV. Participants are not allowed to bring the following items into the event venue:
4.1. alcoholic beverages, glass containers;
4.2. bicycles, scooters, longboards, skateboards, rollerblades, roller skates, segways, unicycles, hover boards, sleds, skis, snowboards;
4.3. flyers, samples and other promotional products for distribution at the event;
4.4. tear-inducing or paralytic substances (toxic, flammable or explosive materials, stun sprays, graffiti/paint sprays);
4.5. lasers, banners, flags, bugles, vuvuzelas;
4.6. fireworks, firecrackers and other pyrotechnic articles;
4.7. weapons, knives, chains or any other blunt objects/bladed weapons, prohibited substances, drugs;
4.8. toys that can be controlled by remote control (e.g. Cars);
4.9. drones or other products and equipment that can be lifted above the participants;
4.10. banners with any kind of inscriptions (whether political or of any other nature), flags of any kind;
4.11. flyers, brochures, samples, or other promotional products brought for the purpose of distribution at the event (whether political or of any other nature).
V. Information and Recommendations
5.1. Noise levels in front of the stage may exceed what young children can safely tolerate, so the Organizer recommends using protective headphones to safeguard their hearing.
5.2. Stage shows include bright lights that can affect people with epilepsy.
5.3. In situations requiring medical attention, the event offers emergency support through dedicated on-site medical teams.
5.4. The location of the medical teams within the event area is marked with a flag or banner displaying “First Aid” along with the international first aid symbol. This makes it easier to identify where medical assistance is available.
5.5. If a participant needs medical assistance and their condition allows, they are asked to go to the first aid point or notify any security staff member, organizer representative, or police officer.
5.6. Adults accompanying children who discover that their child is missing at the event should immediately inform a security guard or law enforcement officer.
5.7. Given the large number of participants and varying weather conditions, the Organizer advises participants to be mindful of electrical cables and the event area’s pavement while entering and moving around, to prevent slips or injuries.
5.8. Hot food items will be available at the event, and careless handling may cause injuries. The Organizer advises participants to handle these items carefully to avoid potential harm, such as burns, and recommends not consuming hot food while walking or moving around.
5.9. For safety reasons, the Organizer advises people not to ride bicycles, scooters, electric scooters, or similar vehicles near the event area—specifically on Unirii Boulevard, the road section between Splaiul Independenței and Constituției Square, and on Libertății Boulevard, the road section between Calea 13 Septembrie and Națiunile Unite Boulevard, as well as on the sidewalks along these streets.
Additionally, to ensure easy access to the event area, the Organizer asks participants to refrain from parking electric scooters at the event entrances, on pedestrian crossings, and on sidewalks near the following locations: Ministry of Finance, National Institute of Statistics (INS), Prosecutor’s Office attached to the High Court of Cassation and Justice (ÎCCJ), National Audiovisual Council, Ministry of Environment, Libertății Boulevard, and Unirii Boulevard.
5.10. The Organizer will take all necessary precautions to prevent any incidents that could compromise the safety of participants during the event. Although the risk of an incident is very low, participants are advised to familiarize themselves with the nearest emergency exit.
5.11. In the event that road traffic is restricted on Unirii Boulevard and Libertății Boulevard:
• Visitors using the exit gates located in the middle sections of Constituției Square, specifically the access/exit gate near the Prosecutor’s Office attached to the High Court of Cassation and Justice (ÎCCJ) and the gate near the Ministry of Finance, will be directed to Unirii Boulevard at the pedestrian crossing near the clock. Exiting directly from Constituției Square onto the sidewalks adjacent to the Ministries is prohibited.
• Visitors using the exit gates located at the corners of Constituției Square—specifically the gate near the pedestrian crossing connecting Constituției Square to the sidewalk leading to the National Institute of Statistics (INS) and the gate near the Ministry of Environment—will be directed to Libertății Boulevard (with vehicle traffic restricted). Exiting directly from Constituției Square onto the sidewalks adjacent to the Ministries is prohibited.
• The Organizer will also create additional exits from Constituției Square onto Libertății Boulevard, allowing visitors to access exits toward both Calea 13 Septembrie and Izvor Park.
VI. Obligations of the participants in the event area
6.1. During the event, participants must conduct themselves in a way that does not compromise the safety, rights, or well-being of others, nor disrupt the experience or atmosphere of the event.
6.2. Participants are prohibited from standing in front of the exit gates, and blocking the natural flow of people near the exit gates is also forbidden.
6.3. The Organizer and the company providing security services may ask participants not to stand in front of the exit gates or obstruct the flow of people exiting.
6.4. The Organizer reserves the right to remove participants from the event, in accordance with legal provisions, if they fail to comply with the obligations set out in these regulations.
Participants are required to leave the event area immediately when instructed to do so by representatives of the Organizer, their authorized personnel, such as security agents, gendarmes, or police officers.
6.5. Participants must strictly follow the event’s scheduled times and program.
6.6. Participants are required to leave the event area within 20 minutes from the end of the event.
6.7. Participants are required to read and follow the rules displayed on-site for each activity they wish to take part in (e.g., Carousel, Themed Train, Ferris Wheel, Santa’s House, Elf Workshop, Flying Slay, Santa’s Roller Coaster, Surprise Globes). The regulations governing the aforementioned activities are attached to these participation rules.
6.8. Participants must report any irregularities they encounter during the event to the Organizer or the security and safety personnel.
6.9. Given the large number of participants and weather conditions, attendees are advised to be cautious of protective measures around electrical cables and the pavement both at the event entrance and throughout the event area to prevent slips or injuries.
6.10. Participants must inform the Organizer, security personnel, or law enforcement if they notice another participant in need of medical assistance.
6.11. The sale of products and the distribution of promotional materials or any other type of advertising within the event venue or near the entrance and exit gates is prohibited without prior written approval from the Organizer.
6.12. The Organizer encourages the promotion of traditional customs and traditions; however, for safety reasons, spontaneous carol singing or other artistic activities are not allowed without the Organizer’s written consent and prior agreement, including the specific details of the location, date, and time of the activity.
6.13. The Organizer reserves the right to immediately stop any spontaneous artistic or other activities, whether performed individually or in groups, that could pose a risk to the safety of the participants or others, and for which prior written consent from the Organizer has not been obtained.
6.14. Any form of advertising or promotion related to election campaigns is prohibited within the event venue (and its immediate surroundings), including but not limited to:
• Distribution of promotional materials, flyers, etc.;
• Wearing clothing with political messages or references;
• Displaying messages containing political content or references;
• Chanting political messages or slogans;
• Organizing, whether formally or spontaneously, public discussions led by public figures or others aimed at conveying political messages and attracting participants to these discussions;
• Conducting any activity aimed directly or indirectly at conveying political messages;
• Broadcasting publications or other materials related to political propaganda or culture;
• Selling tickets, participation fees, or similar for cultural, sporting, or political, economic, or social events;
• Selling printed materials bearing political party symbols;
• Disseminating electoral propaganda via audio or video through audiovisual or online media;
• Using vehicles marked with slogans or images of candidates;
• Placing banners, mesh advertisements, or promotional tents;
• Organizing shows, celebrations, or fireworks for the purpose of electoral propaganda;
• Any form of disguised or unauthorized advertising.
6.15. The Organizer reserves the right to require participants to leave the event venue and to take appropriate measures in accordance with legal provisions if they fail to comply with the Rules outlined in this document.
6.16. Participants are responsible for monitoring their personal belongings at all times during the event. The Organizer shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, or theft of these items.
Sale of alcoholic beverages and energy drinks
6.17. The sale or free distribution of alcoholic beverages to individuals under 18 is prohibited by law. In addition, the following are also prohibited:
• The sale or free distribution of energy drinks to minors, including via vending machines, by authorized sellers;
• The sale of all types of tobacco products, electronic cigarettes, refill bottles for e-cigarettes, electronic tobacco heating devices, non-combustible inhalation products from tobacco substitutes, oral nicotine pouches, and non-combustible inhalation products from tobacco substitutes to individuals under 18. Sellers may request valid identification to verify the buyer’s age.
To ensure compliance, sellers in commercial establishments are required to check identification documents when selling or serving alcoholic beverages, energy drinks, or tobacco-related products. Additionally, during the local referendum in Bucharest, as well as parliamentary and presidential elections, the legal regulations regarding the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages must be observed.
Cleaning
6.18. To help maintain cleanliness at the event, please dispose of all trash and waste in the designated bins provided on-site.
Pets
6.19. Dogs are permitted at the event but must be kept on a leash. Large dogs and/or breeds classified as legally dangerous must also be muzzled. Owners are fully responsible for the behaviour of their animals.
6.20. Participants bringing pets must ensure that their dogs are clean; failure to do so may result in penalties in accordance with the law.
6.21. The Organizer recommends that participants avoid bringing pets, as the event is expected to be crowded and the noise levels may exceed what pets can comfortably tolerate.
Photo/Video
6.22. During the event, the Organizer and accredited press have the right to record and photograph activities. By attending, participants consent to appear in these photos and recordings and to their subsequent use by the Organizer for non-commercial purposes.
By attending the event, participants explicitly agree that the Organizer may use photos and videos taken throughout the event. The Organizer ensures that such images will be used solely to promote the event, related activities, sponsors, and in written, video, or online media, in compliance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the protection of individuals regarding the processing of personal data and the free movement of such data.
CREART – The Center for Creation, Art, and Tradition of the Municipality of Bucharest is committed to protecting personal data.
For any information regarding personal data protection or to report any irregularities related to compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), please contact the institution’s Data Protection Officer (DPO) at the following email address: office@creart.ro
The Organizer is not responsible for:
• Theft, loss, or damage of participants’ personal belongings;
• Any harm caused to participants within the event area as a result of force majeure events.
This Regulation will be displayed in a summarized form near the event entrances, but it can be consulted in full on the website www.creart.ro or by scanning the QR code displayed near the event entrances.
The Organizer reserves the right to unilaterally modify the content of this Regulation without prior notice; any changes will take effect from the date of publication on the website www.creart.ro.
By entering the event area, participants agree that they have read and understood the content of this Regulation and commit to complying with its provisions.
Thank you for your understanding!
ORGANIZER
BUCHAREST MUNICIPALITY
through CREART – The Center for Creation, Art, and Tradition of the Municipality of Bucharest