Leskovac
Roštiljijada
A week of grilled meat, concerts and the giant pljeskavica record attempt.
Quick answer
Roštiljijada is Leskovac’s famous grilled meat festival, held at the beginning of September. The main street closes for several days and fills with around 200 grill stands, along with concerts and competitions.
Quick facts
- Type
- Food festival
- Where
- Leskovac
- Time needed
- An evening
- Entry
- Free entry
- Last checked
- 1 Nov 2026
What to see
- Around 200 grill stands on the main street
- Concerts and evening events
- The record attempt for the world’s biggest pljeskavica
Map
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Getting there
Leskovac is about 3 hours by car or bus from Belgrade, and the festival is in the city center.
Good to know
Book accommodation early and confirm this year’s dates, as Niš is a good backup if Leskovac is full.
Stay nearby
Compare places to stay around Leskovac.
See hotelsSources
- Wikipedia: Roštiljijada (facts, CC BY-SA)
- Serbia SuperFan: Leskovac guide
Checked online 1 Nov 2026. Prices, hours and access change; confirm before you travel.
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