Open Parks and Gardens Weekend

6 - 8 Jun 2025   |   Various locations – Slovakia   |   vopz.sk

The goal of the Open Parks and Gardens Weekend event is to bring closer the beauty of our parks and gardens, as well as to spread the ideas of active protection and proper maintenance of these spaces. The concept of opening parks and gardens and making their values accessible to the public is implemented in several countries around the world. The Open Parks and Gardens Weekend is part of this international initiative, showcasing Slovak parks and gardens as an important part of Europe’s green heritage. The main theme of the 17th edition of the event is "Stone in the Garden."

International Theatre Festival Divadelná Nitra

6 - 11 Jun 2025   |   Nitra - Nitra Region   |   nitrafest.sk

The symbolic indicator of the prevailing theme of the festival and the common denominator of the topics of the individual works is the festival's subtitle, which changes every year. The theme of the 2025 International Theatre Festival Divadelná Nitra is "Right/Here and Right/Now!" The basic premise is to highlight the issue of fundamental rights in relation to society or citizens, the environment, with an emphasis on the urgency and relevance of their threat. The theme Right/Here and Right/Now! is meant to be a testimony to the first quarter-century of the new millennium.

Turiec Folklore Festival

7 Jun 2025   |   SNM: Museum of the Slovak Village, Martin - Žilina Region   |   skanzenmartin.sk

The 41st edition of the folklore festival in Turiec - presentation of folklore ensembles, children's folklore ensembles, folklore groups, traditional folk music, and solo instrumentalists. The program also includes the event "Today an Apprentice, Tomorrow a Master."

HaNahar – Festival of Jewish Culture

8 - 22 Jun 2025   |   Various cities – Trenčín Region   |   trencin2026.eu

For the fifth time, we are bringing Jewish culture from around the world to the Považie region. The traditionally Nové Mesto-based festival has joined forces with the Trenčín-based Biennale of Contemporary Jewish Art Jidiš Vesmír, opening its doors to new places, artists, and connections. This year’s theme centers around our longest river — the Váh, which has shaped history and continues to influence our lives and culture. The river symbolizes transience, constant movement, renewal, purification, and life itself. The Jewish Culture Festival is an event of remembrance and reflection, where various forms of Jewish art speak to us. It’s a space for discussion, exploration, enrichment, and connection.

Fairy Tale Castle

11 - 15 Jun 2025   |   Bojnice - Trenčín Region   |   bojnicecastle.sk

This year, in the magical world of the Fairy Tale Castle, spells, magic, and extraordinary stories will intertwine. The current story is about a wizard who, after years of seeking power and world domination, realizes that while he has power and fame, he is completely alone. He understands that true strength lies in love and the closeness of people. Visitors will immerse themselves in the world of real magic and enchantment, with the technical support of professional magician Jozef Talostan.

A Concert of the Slovak Artistic Ensemble Lúčnica in the very Heart of Slovakia: Svetozár Stračina – "Hearing the Scent of Life"

13 - 14 Jun 2025   |   Banská Bystrica, Amphitheater - Banská Bystrica Region   |   lucnica.sk

The Slovak artistic ensemble Lúčnica is preparing a unique project in honour of the renowned Slovak composer Svetozár Stračina. The concert „Hearing the Scent of Life“ will take place only twice – on June 13th and 14th in Banská Bystrica – bringing together more than 120 artists on one stage. The audience can look forward to a 45-member orchestra of the Lúčnica ensemble, the Lúčnica choir, and its world-famous dance ensemble. Before the performance, „The Meadow of Living Traditions“ will blossom, offering a variety of accompanying activities, including entertainment (not only) for children, but also the opportunity to taste the delicious Slovak cuisine. Tickets are available at www.lucnica.sk. If you admire Slovak culture and music, you do not want to miss this event. Come and experience the legacy of Svetozár Stračina performed by Lúčnica and immerse yourself in a magical evening that bridges the past and the present.

Ceramic Markets 2025

13 - 15 Jun 2025   |   Pezinok - Bratislava Region   |   keramicketrhy.sk

In the heart of the Little Carpathians, the sounds of concerts, the scent of clay, and the joyful bustle will once again fill the air at the oldest and largest ceramic market in the region – the Pezinok Ceramic Markets. From June 13 to 15, 2025, the town center will come alive with a unique atmosphere of craftsmanship, culture, and tradition. Held annually since 2004, the markets commemorate the anniversary of Pezinok being granted royal privileges (June 14, 1647). For more details about the program, visit the link above.

Muráň Castle Games

14 Jun 2025   |   Great Meadow on the Muránska Plateau & Muráň Castle Grounds – Banská Bystrica Region   |   muranskaplanina.eu

The Muráň Castle Games are an annual event that brings the history and culture of the majestic Muráň Castle back to life. Visitors can look forward to a rich program featuring historical sword fighting demonstrations, falconry shows, puppet theatre, and environmental games for both children and adults.

Senec Summer

14 Jun 2025   |   Senec: Slnečné Jazerá - Bratislava Region   |   seneckeleto.sk

Senec Summer once again opens the summer tourist season at Slnečné Jazerá. From afternoon until night, well-known performers and bands will take the stage, offering something for every age group, from teenagers to older generations. A rich program with numerous attractions will also be prepared for children.

Pro Musica Nostra

15 - 22 Jun 2025   |   multiple locations - Slovakia   |   promusicanostra.sk

The Pro Musica Nostra Festival is an international music festival held annually at various locations across Slovakia. The core idea of the PRO MUSICA NOSTRA festivals is to present classical music within significant architectural monuments of several Slovak regions. The festival brings music back to the places where it once resonated. It offers performances of classical music at the highest artistic level, combined with a unique visual experience in the historic settings of these monuments. This year, the Pro Musica Nostra concerts will take place in prominent architectural landmarks in the Žilina, Trnava, and Prešov regions.

Touches and Connections – Theatre Festival

16 - 21 Jun 2025   |   Martin - Žilina Region   |   dotykyaspojenia.sk

A festival with a tradition since 2005, bringing you the 20th edition of the event. This non-competitive theatre festival offers the largest and most representative showcase of works from theatres operating in Slovakia. The festival presents the most inspiring theatre productions created in the past year in Slovakia. It also provides a platform for discussions about theatre – encouraging reflection on theatre and creating space for dialogue between creators, critics, theorists, and audiences.

Fairy Tale Castle

18 - 22 Jun 2025   |   Bojnice - Trenčín Region   |   bojnicecastle.sk

This year, in the magical world of the Fairy Tale Castle, spells, magic, and extraordinary stories will intertwine. The current story is about a wizard who, after years of seeking power and world domination, realizes that while he has power and fame, he is completely alone. He understands that true strength lies in love and the closeness of people. Visitors will immerse themselves in the world of real magic and enchantment, with the technical support of professional magician Jozef Talostan.

International Folklore Festival Myjava

18 - 22 Jun 2025   |   Myjava - Trenčín Region   |   mffmyjava.sk

We invite you to the 65th edition of the International Folklore Festival Myjava. The significance of the festival, with its more than fifty years of history, is not only important within western Slovakia but also holds an irreplaceable place in national and international contexts. The festival is one of the leading events in Slovakia focused on showcasing folk culture.

Art Nouveau Festival 2025

19 - 22 Jun 2025   |   Colonnade Bridge, Piešťany - Trnava Region   |   artnouveaufestival.sk

A series of interpretive tours accompanied by an exhibition of works by Alfons Mucha will transport Piešťany back to the era when the town’s most valuable architectural landmarks were created. The festival invites visitors to discover the beauty of Art Nouveau through guided tours, exhibitions, and a rich accompanying program that brings to life the unique atmosphere of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Music for Export

20 Jun 2025   |   Trenčín - Trenčín Region   |   trencin2026.eu

The international formation KoMaRa – led by legendary drummer Pat Mastelotto (King Crimson) – is coming to Trenčín for an evening full of music, personal stories, workshops, and discussions. The event Music for Export will showcase how musicians from the region can break through to European stages, how international collaborations are formed, and what the Trenčín 2026 platform can offer in this process. In addition to a concert by the international band KoMaRa, featuring American drummer Pat Mastelotto, the program will also include his workshop and a public discussion. Together with musicians and partners of Trenčín 2026 – European Capital of Culture, we will explore how music export can work in practice – through grants, exchanges, festival networks, and partnerships between cities such as Trenčín, Nova Gorica, and Bourges.

Workshop: Pat Mastelotto (KoMaRa)

20 Jun 2025   |   Trenčín - Trenčín Region   |   trencin2026.eu

Pat Mastelotto, longtime drummer of King Crimson, member of the multi-platinum band Mr. Mister, and part of The Rembrandts (known for hits like “Just the Way It Is, Baby” and the Friends theme song), will guide you through his incredible journey — from small California bars to world tours with legends such as David Sylvian, Robert Fripp, and Stick Men.

IFF Art Film Košice

20 - 27 Jun 2025   |   Košice - Košice Region   |   iffartfilm.com

Slovakia’s oldest and largest international film festival returns for its 31st edition with an exceptional program featuring over a hundred films across three competition sections and several non-competitive ones. A wide range of accompanying events will also be part of the experience. In addition to the three traditional honorary awards (Actor’s Mission and Golden Camera), a new one will be introduced: the Milan Lasica Award will be presented posthumously to the first figure of (Czecho)Slovak cinema. With this new award, the festival aims to annually commemorate the memory of the first and only president in the history of IFF ART FILM.

Salon of Artists 2025

20 Jun - 14 Sep 2025   |   Modra - Bratislava Region   |   bratislavskykraj.sk

Above Modra, nestled among vineyards ripening under the summer sky, a creative space is emerging within the modern premises of Zoya Museum – Elesko Wine Park. This space aims to awaken what has long lain dormant. It is the Salon of Artists 2025, a multi-genre collective exhibition welcoming the public from 20 June to 14 September – this time under the subtitle that is not just a theme, but an invitation: CONSCIOUSNESS. The exhibition will present 173 works by 96 artists from the Bratislava Region – both professionals and amateurs – whose works were created in different moments of their lives: from intuition, from questions, from joy, from unease. These moments – sometimes subtle, other times dramatic – form a map of our inner world.

Daily exhibition availability: calendar.google.com

Cyril and Methodius Historical Celebrations in Devín

21 Jun 2025   |   Devín – Bratislava Region   |   kulturnecesty.sk

You are cordially invited to the Cyril and Methodius Historical Celebrations in Devín. A vibrant accompanying program will take place at the square in front of the cultural center, in the church, in the church garden, and at Devín Castle. Look forward to theatrical performances, historical sword-fighting demonstrations, archery, a guided tour of the castle, delicious refreshments, face painting, children's workshops, and much more.

Révay Children's Day

21 Jun 2025   |   Turčianska Štiavnička - Žilina Region   |   facebook.com

Révay Children's Day will bring a fairytale-themed program for both kids and adults in the heart of the Turiec region. Chateau Révay and the municipality of Turčianska Štiavnička invite families with children to Révay Children's Day, which will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10:00 AM in the beautiful park in front of the historic Orangerie. Visitors can look forward to a colorful program full of fun, games, creative activities, and adventures inspired by the world of fairy tales.

On Saint John's Day

21 Jun 2025   |   SNM: Museum of the Slovak Village, Martin - Žilina Region   |   skanzenmartin.sk

Presentation of customs associated with the celebration of the summer solstice.

Firefighter Days

21 Jun 2025   |   Martin - Priekopa - Žilina Region   |   facebook.com

You are warmly invited to a day with firefighters, featuring a gathering of fire trucks, an exhibition of firefighting equipment, dynamic demonstrations, a children's program, and the traditional lighting of the St. John's Bonfire. The event kicks off at 8:00 AM with a parade of fire trucks from Vrútky through the city of Martin. The main program begins at 12:00 PM at the SIM Area in Martin - Priekopa. At 9:30 PM, the St. John's Bonfire will be ceremonially lit, followed by summer festivities lasting until the early morning hours.

Opera Fest at the Castle 2025

21 - 22 Jun 2025   |   Bratislava Castle - Bratislava Region   |   facebook.com/operafestnahrade

We invite you to two unique evenings on the western terrace of Bratislava Castle. The fifth edition will open with a grand opera gala concert divided into two parts. This year, the event will feature world-class performers, both from abroad and Slovakia. The second evening will be dedicated to the Film Music Concert. A large symphonic orchestra will perform a variety of titles from a wide range of film and television music genres. With nearly 60 musicians, this orchestra is among the very best, and their performance of the most famous movie hits will leave every audience member on the edge of their seat.

Spiš Folklore Festival

21 - 22 Jun 2025   |   Podlesok, Hrabušice - Košice Region   |   skc.skcak.sk

We invite you to the largest folklore festival in Spiš. After several decades, the festival is moving to a new location. This year, the festival will take place at Podlesok near Hrabušice, in the heart of the beautiful nature and the Slovak Paradise National Park. A new setting, new experiences, but the folklore traditions remain the same – full of dance, music, and unforgettable moments.

Schengen Meridian

22 Jun - 8 Jul 2025   |   Košice - Košice Region   |   sengenskypoludnik.eu

The second half of June and the beginning of July in Košice and its surroundings will once again belong to young singers and musicians. The 17th edition of the International Festival of Youth Orchestras and Choirs, SCHENGEN MERIDIAN, will offer extraordinary musical experiences from June 22 to July 6 at many locations, featuring performances by young talents—including the popular gala concert and a grand international festival orchestra and choir.

Saffron Summer in Bojnice

22 Jun - 21 Sep 2025   |   Bojnice - Trenčín Region   |   kcbojnice.sk

The Bojnice Cultural Centre presents the programme of this year's Saffron Summer in Bojnice. Concerts, performances, fairs, exhibitions, children’s programmes, literary evenings, and many other exciting events are prepared. Saffron Summer in Bojnice starts in June and will last until 13 September 2025. We believe you will find your favourites in the programme and visit the picturesque town of Bojnice. Saffron Summer is a series of events for all age groups during the 2025 summer tourist season. Most events have free admission. Programme subject to change. The event is organised with the financial support of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Slovak Republic. The events "Saffron Fairytales" and "Legends Come to Life" are organised with financial support from the Creative Institute Trenčín, n.o., the ECoC project, and the Trenčín Self-Governing Region.

Fest Anča

24 - 29 Jun 2025   |   Žilina - Žilina Region   |   festanca.sk

From 24th to 29th June 2025, the 18th edition of Fest Anča, a unique international animation festival, will take place in Žilina. This event is held at a former railway station that has been transformed into a vibrant cultural center.

Fest Anča is the first Slovak film festival with the prestigious status of an Academy Awards® Qualifying Festival, meaning that winners can advance to the Oscar competition. This event is a great opportunity for animation film lovers.

Opening Concert of the 79th Music Summer - Hilaris Chamber Orchestra

26 Jun 2025   |   Kursalon Trenčianske Teplice - Trenčín Region   |    hudobneleto.sk

Antonio Vivaldi - The Four Seasons. The changing of the seasons in two distinct yet fascinating musical interpretations. Let yourself be carried away by rhythms and melodies celebrating the beauty of nature and the cycle of seasons. An extraordinary concert experience, the best of classical music, with a performance faithful to the composer’s intent – that is Hilaris Chamber Orchestra. Founded in 2014 by violinist Alan Vizváry, a graduate of Prof. G. Hetzel’s class in Vienna, the orchestra is composed of musicians from Bratislava’s symphonic ensembles and regularly performs at the Slovak Philharmonic. You can look forward to this exceptional opening concert of the Music Summer on 26 June at the Kursalon in Trenčianske Teplice.

Frekvencie – by street music night 2025

27 June 2025   |   Liptovský Mikuláš - Žilina Region   |   visitliptov.sk

Experience an evening full of music and great fun in the streets of Liptovský Mikuláš! In the pedestrian zone of Liptovský Mikuláš, an evening filled with quality music and entertainment will unfold. This year, in addition to the program at the participating venues, you can also see a fashion show by Zdenka Kubányiová at the Liberators' Square. The full program can be found on the official event poster.

Horehronie Days of Singing and Dance

27 – 29 Jun 2025   |   Heľpa - Banská Bystrica Region   |   festivalhelpa.sk

You are warmly invited to the 59th edition of the Horehronie Days of Singing and Dance. Look forward to three days filled with traditional culture, art, singing, music, dance, and community gatherings. Full details about the rich festival program can be found on the official event website.

Klenovská Rontouka

27 – 29 Jun 2025   |   Klenovec - Banská Bystrica Region   |   rontouka.sk

You are warmly invited to the 46th edition of the Gemer-Malohont Folklore Festival in Klenovec. A rich weekend program awaits visitors. During Klenovská Rontouka, Klenovec will come alive not only with music and dance, but also with authentic crafts. The event will also feature the discussion “LIVING HERITAGE, LIVING STORIES,” offering a space to meet extraordinary people who preserve traditional crafts for future generations and present them to a broad audience in Slovakia and abroad. The full program is available on the event’s official website.

International Danube Day

28 Jun 2025   |   Ekocentrum Čunovo - Bratislava Region   |   kastielcunovo.sk

On Saturday, June 28, from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Ekocentrum Čunovo will open the castle garden to everyone wishing to pay tribute to the Danube—the second longest river in Europe—and enjoy a pleasant summer day with family and friends. The Danube is not only a source of drinking water and a habitat for rare species of flora and fauna, but also a vital link connecting people and nations. This sense of connection and solidarity will be at the heart of the celebration during a shared picnic. Throughout the afternoon, the garden will host interactive stations and activities for curious minds of all ages. For those interested in diving deeper into current topics related to the Danube, a special evening program is planned, including an expert panel discussion featuring specialists on Danube-related issues. More details about the rich program can be found on the Ekocentrum Čunovo website.