AERO Street Food Festival is a five-evening street food and music festival in Avionche Park in the Aerodrom district of Skopje. Twenty food brands, live bands, DJs and free admission make it one of the most popular autumn events in the city.
The 2026 edition (4–8 September 2026)
The second edition brought 20 culinary concepts to Avionche Park, open daily from 17:30 to 00:30 with free entry. Participants were Burgerslut, Mustacos, Loras Sushi, Fat Kitchen, Jojo’s BBQ, Oljo’s, Noa Gyradiko, Scoop, Bistro 64, Smash Burger, Sorelle, 11: Eleven, Sutlijash Bar, 15 za 12, Transilvanisko Trdlo, Pizza Vice City, Destan, Milkey, Sweet Look and Zeshko Kompirche.
What to eat
Expect burgers, tacos, sushi, gyros, pasta, focaccia, baked potatoes, kebapi, ice cream, rice pudding and many other savoury and sweet dishes – from Skopje classics to modern street-food creations. Share plates with friends and try a bit of everything.
Music and entertainment
In 2026 local bands South Park, Ringtones, Dopamine, Marbel and Acoustic Division played live, with DJs before and after the concerts. Every evening also featured speed-eating competitions, quizzes and audience challenges hosted by Bombakis.
Venue and organisers
The festival takes place in Avionche Park in Aerodrom, south-east of the centre – a short taxi ride from Macedonia Square. It is sponsored by the Municipality of Aerodrom under the patronage of the City of Skopje and organised by Lions in Move and Café Mambo.
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Tips
- Come hungry and early in the evening, before the queues build.
- Carry some denars for smaller stands.
- More food ideas: best restaurants in Skopje and traditional Macedonian food.
More ideas for September: Skopje in autumn.
Where to Stay in Skopje for AERO Street Food Festival
If you are travelling to Skopje for AERO Street Food Festival, stay central: Macedonia Square and the Old Bazaar are walkable, restaurants stay open late and taxis are cheap if you need one at night.
- Skopje Marriott Hotel – right on Macedonia Square, the most central upscale choice.
- Hotel Senigallia – rooms on a rebuilt sailing ship moored on the Vardar, in the middle of the city.
- Solun Hotel & Spa – a central hotel with a spa, a short walk from the main square.
Browse all hotels in Skopje city centre, compare neighbourhoods in our Where to Stay in Skopje guide, or see our pick of the best hotels in Skopje.
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More events in Skopje
See all upcoming festivals in our Skopje events calendar and check the best time to visit Skopje month by month.
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