# The Junii Parade in Brașov: Date, Route and Where to Watch

> The next Junii parade is expected on Sunday 9 May 2027. Start time, the route from Piața Unirii to Pietrele lui Solomon, and the best places to watch.

- Original page: https://wowbrasov.com/en/customs-and-traditions-from-the-brasov-area-the-junii-celebration
- Language: en
- Author: Diana
- Last updated: 2026-10-10
- Facts checked: 2026-10-10

## Key facts

- **Price:** Free, on public streets
- **Hours:** Starts around 11:00 at Piața Unirii; arrives at Pietrele lui Solomon around 13:00 (2026 timings) (checked 2026-10-10; source: https://www.monitorulexpres.ro/2026/04/19/parada-junilor-2026-la-brasov-traseu-program-complet-si-momentele-zilei/)
- **Time needed:** Half a day: the morning in the centre, the afternoon at Pietrele lui Solomon
- **Getting there:** On foot from Piața Sfatului; the route is closed to cars from early morning
- **Best time:** Sunday 9 May 2027 (expected: the Sunday after Orthodox Easter). 2026 parade: 19 April. (checked 2026-10-10; source: https://ratbv.ro/noutati/hai-la-juni-cu-transportul-public_817/)
- **Address:** Piața Unirii, Brașov
- **Map:** https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Pia%C8%9Ba%20Unirii%2C%20Bra%C8%99ov

The next Junii parade in Brașov is expected on **Sunday 9 May 2027**, the Sunday after Orthodox Easter. Seven groups of riders leave Piața Unirii in Șchei at around 11:00 and ride through the Old Town to Pietrele lui Solomon (Solomon's Rocks). Watching is free: the whole parade happens on public streets.

## When is the next Junii parade?

The parade, known locally as *Coborârea Junilor în Cetate* ("the Junii come down into the citadel"), always takes place on Duminica Tomii (Thomas Sunday), one week after Orthodox Easter, which falls on 2 May 2027. According to [Brașov City Hall](https://evenimente.brasovcity.ro/noutati-pe-larg/36124/Junii_Brasovului_au_coborat_in_Cetate) in 2026, it is a tradition held "every year, on Duminica Tomii".

The seven groups ride through the Old Town and Piața Sfatului and finish in the early afternoon at Pietrele lui Solomon, where the celebrations go on until evening.

| Year | Orthodox Easter | Junii parade | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 April | Sunday 19 April 2026 | Took place ([RAT Brașov](https://ratbv.ro/noutati/hai-la-juni-cu-transportul-public_817/)) |
| 2027 | 2 May ([Digi24](https://www.digi24.ro/stiri/actualitate/evenimente/cand-va-fi-pastele-in-2027-diferenta-majora-intre-datele-de-celebrare-la-ortodocsi-si-catolici-3707239)) | Sunday 9 May 2027 | Expected: date follows from Easter, programme not yet published |
| 2028 | 16 April | Sunday 23 April 2028 | Expected |

The parade also closes **Zilele Brașovului** (Brașov Days), a weekend of concerts and fairs in Piața Sfatului from Friday to Sunday. In 2026 that ran from 17 to 19 April, according to a [City Hall press release](https://evenimente.brasovcity.ro/noutati-pe-larg/36046/Fii_parte_din_traditie). City Hall usually publishes the full programme, traffic restrictions and bus changes a few days before; the [What's on in Brașov](https://wowbrasov.com/en/whats-on-in-brasov) calendar lists the date too.

## Route and timings

This is the 2026 route and timetable. It has followed the same pattern for years, so expect something very similar in 2027.

| Time (2026) | What happens | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | The groups gather with their horses; the Junii Bătrâni were blessed at Sfânta Treime church in Șchei | Piața Unirii, Șchei |
| 11:00 | The parade sets off | Piața Unirii |
| 11:00–13:00 | The riders go through the city centre and back into Șchei | Str. Constantin Brâncoveanu, Str. Gheorghe Barițiu, Str. Mureșenilor, Bd. Eroilor, Str. Republicii, Piața Sfatului, Str. Apollonia Hirscher, Poarta Șchei, Str. Prundului, Str. Pe Tocile, Str. Căpitan Ilie Birț, Podul Crețului |
| From about 13:00 | Arrival, mace-throwing (*aruncarea buzduganului*) and the Hora Junilor dance; folk music and a fair until evening | Pietrele lui Solomon ("Între Chetri") |
| From 13:00 | Folk music concert | Piața Sfatului |

Sources: route and the events at Pietrele lui Solomon from [BizBrașov](https://bizbrasov.ro/2026/04/19/junii-brasovului-spectacol-oras/); start time, arrival and concert times from [Monitorul Expres](https://www.monitorulexpres.ro/2026/04/19/parada-junilor-2026-la-brasov-traseu-program-complet-si-momentele-zilei/). The fair at Pietrele lui Solomon ran 10:00–20:00, and spirits were not allowed, according to [Piețe Publice Brașov](https://pietepublice.ro/targul-de-junii-brasovului-organizat-in-data-de-19-aprilie-2026-la-pietrele-lui-solomon/).

*Riders on the parade route near Poarta Șchei, the classical gate between the Old Town and Șchei.*

## Where to watch

- **Piața Unirii, before 11:00.** This is the best place to see the groups up close while they line up, check their horses and pose for photos. The square is in front of St Nicholas Church and the [First Romanian School museum](https://wowbrasov.com/en/discovering-the-best-museums-in-brasov-exploring-the-citys-cultural-heritage).
- **Bd. Eroilor and Str. Republicii.** These streets are wide, so there is more room along them than in the narrow lanes of Șchei.
- **Piața Sfatului.** The square fills up quickly. It is the place to be if you also want the folk concert that starts there at 13:00.
- **Poarta Șchei and Str. Prundului.** These are good spots for photos of riders against the old gate and the houses of Șchei.
- **Pietrele lui Solomon, in the afternoon.** Go here for the mace-throwing, the Hora and the picnic atmosphere. It sits at the top of Șchei, below the forest. It is also on our list of [walks in Brașov](https://wowbrasov.com/en/6-ideal-places-for-taking-a-walk-in-brasov).

*The horses are decorated with woollen pompoms and tassels in the national colours.*

## The seven groups

The Junii are organised in seven groups (*cete*). Six come from Șchei, the old Romanian quarter outside the Saxon walls. The seventh, the Brașovecheni, comes from Brașovul Vechi. In 2026 they rode in this order, according to [BizBrașov](https://bizbrasov.ro/2026/04/19/junii-brasovului-spectacol-oras/):

1. Junii Tineri (the young Junii)
2. Junii Bătrâni (the old Junii)
3. Curcani
4. Dorobanți
5. Brașovecheni
6. Roșiori
7. Albiori

Each group has its own costume, flag and leader. The oldest written record of the Junii is dated 26 March 1728, according to [Zile și Nopți](https://zilesinopti.ro/junii-brasovului/). The custom is tied to spring and to the young men of Șchei.

## Getting around on parade day

- **Cars:** the route is closed to traffic, and parked cars had to be off it from 06:00. Full traffic was back at around 18:00 ([Brașov.net](https://www.brasov.net/brasovul-gata-pentru-parada-junilor-vezi-restrictiile-de-trafic-pentru-duminica-19-aprilie-si-recomandarile-primariei/)). Don't plan to drive into Șchei or the centre that day.
- **Buses:** in 2026, RAT Brașov ran a special timetable from 09:00 to 18:00, with 60 buses on 13 reinforced lines ([RAT Brașov](https://ratbv.ro/noutati/hai-la-juni-cu-transportul-public_817/)). Check RAT Brașov's notice a few days before the parade for that year's lines. For tickets and lines, see our [guide to transport in Brașov](https://wowbrasov.com/en/transportation-in-brasov-how-to-get-around-the-city-and-its-surroundings).
- **On foot:** from Piața Sfatului, Piața Unirii is a short walk through Poarta Șchei or along Str. Prundului.

## Tips

- **Book your accommodation early.** The parade falls on the same weekend as Zilele Brașovului.
- **Keep your distance from the horses.** They pass close to the crowd in narrow streets, so keep children behind the line of spectators.
- **Bring layers.** Late April and early May can be warm at midday and cold in the shade of Șchei. See [Brașov's weather by season](https://wowbrasov.com/en/the-weather-and-seasons-in-brasov).
- **Eat at the fair or bring a picnic.** At Pietrele lui Solomon most families do one or the other, and the fair sells food and drink.

## FAQ

### When is the Junii parade in 2027?

It is expected on Sunday 9 May 2027, the Sunday after Orthodox Easter on 2 May 2027. City Hall publishes the exact programme in the spring.

### Is the Junii parade free?

Yes. It takes place on public streets and at Pietrele lui Solomon, with no ticketed areas.

### What time does it start?

In 2026 the parade left Piața Unirii at 11:00. The groups gather there earlier in the morning.

### How long does it last?

The ride through the city takes about two hours. The celebrations at Pietrele lui Solomon run through the afternoon.

### Can I see the Junii on another day?

The ride through the city happens only once a year, on Duminica Tomii. If you are in Brașov at another time, the [museums guide](https://wowbrasov.com/en/discovering-the-best-museums-in-brasov-exploring-the-citys-cultural-heritage) covers the First Romanian School in Șchei, where the parade begins.

## Sources

- Brașov City Hall: [Junii Brașovului au coborât în Cetate](https://evenimente.brasovcity.ro/noutati-pe-larg/36124/Junii_Brasovului_au_coborat_in_Cetate) (2026) and the [Zilele Brașovului programme](https://evenimente.brasovcity.ro/noutati-pe-larg/36046/Fii_parte_din_traditie)
- RAT Brașov: [public transport on parade day](https://ratbv.ro/noutati/hai-la-juni-cu-transportul-public_817/) (2026)
- BizBrașov: [route and groups](https://bizbrasov.ro/2026/04/19/junii-brasovului-spectacol-oras/) (19 April 2026)
- Monitorul Expres: [programme and timings](https://www.monitorulexpres.ro/2026/04/19/parada-junilor-2026-la-brasov-traseu-program-complet-si-momentele-zilei/) (19 April 2026)

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