On Sunday, November 9, 2025, starting at 11 a.m. in the Sarajevo Youth Center, the beloved OREA Art Market will once again gather creatives from Bosnia and Herzegovina and across the region — artists who weave a piece of their heart into every design and detail.
From Idea to Movement
When OREA Art Market first opened six years ago, it began with a simple yet powerful vision: to connect people through creativity. Eleven editions later, it has evolved into much more than just a market — it’s a movement uniting designers, artists, and lovers of beauty around shared values of creativity, community, and social responsibility.
“OREA Art Market was never just about selling products — it was about creating community. Everything we do, we do with gratitude for those who believed in and supported our mission,” says Senita Slipac, co-founder of the OREA platform.
“Social responsibility has always been our foundation. Every visitor, exhibitor, and partner becomes part of a continuous chain of goodness. That sense of connection and shared purpose is what keeps OREA Art Market growing,” she adds.
Over the past ten editions, more than 200 exhibitors from across the region have showcased their work, with over 10,000 unique handmade products finding new homes among people who value authenticity. More than 15,000 visitors have supported regional creativity — proving that shopping can be meaningful, purposeful, and soulful.
A Festival That Inspires Every Time
This autumn, OREA Art Market will feature 44 handpicked exhibitors — jewelry makers, artists, natural cosmetics creators, illustrators, and fashion visionaries — each sharing the belief that handmade, sustainable, and beautiful are not just trends, but ways of life.
Thanks to OREA’s partners, this year’s edition also brings special experiences and rewards. Visa will offer gifts to visitors paying with Visa cards, while those shopping through the OREA platform will enjoy an additional 25% discount. UniCredit Bank has enabled contactless payment via SoftPOS and POS terminals, supporting the digital transition of small businesses.
Sustainability remains the market’s key value. Porsche Sarajevo will award a 300 KM prize to the exhibitor best applying sustainable business practices, and Ekopak will handle recycling and waste separation during the event.
A Celebration With Purpose
Visitors will also enjoy a gastronomic corner by Crvena Jabuka Market, where every bite supports the “Heart for Children with Cancer” Association. Leda and Manuel Cafe will provide free water and coffee, while Telemach BH will host a creative corner celebrating women’s strength and creativity.
For the youngest visitors, Ekopak has prepared fun, educational activities about recycling, while Gama Security ensures a safe event for everyone.
A Regional Story That Connects
Interest from regional exhibitors has reached record levels, as creatives across neighboring countries recognize OREA as a unique regional platform that connects, promotes, and inspires. Together, they form a growing community that believes in small, meaningful changes — one handmade creation at a time.
A Tradition of Giving Back
As always, OREA Art Market remains committed to its mission of solidarity and social responsibility. All proceeds from ticket sales and a portion of exhibitor income will go to the Parents’ House of the “Heart for Children with Cancer” Association, providing a safe haven for families whose children are undergoing treatment.
So far, thanks to visitors, exhibitors, and partners, over 94,000 KM have been raised for this cause. Every visit, every purchase, and every word of support makes a difference — because each handmade item carries not only creativity and love, but hope for a brighter tomorrow, Klix.ba writes.
