Biela noc - Festival of contemporary art
3 - 5 Oct 2025 | Bratislava - Bratislava Region | www.bielanoc.sk
Biela noc will take place from 3 October to 5 October 2025 in Bratislava. This prestigious festival of light and art will transform the night streets of the city into a magical gallery full of interactive installations, light objects, and artworks. Come and enjoy an unforgettable experience where technology meets art. Visit www.bielanoc.sk/en for more information.
Autumn Forest Wanders
4 Oct - 1 Nov 2025 | Malé Karpaty - Trnava Region | krajzazitkov.sk
A series of excursions focused on discovering the living and non-living nature. During these autumn walks, we will be guided by experienced experts in ornithology, geology, and zoology. In autumn 2025, tours will take place on Saturdays: 4 Oct, 18 Oct, and 1 Nov. Each Forest Wander begins at 10:00 AM. A successful hiking route in search of crayfish will lead us through the hills of the Majdánske area. We will learn fascinating facts about aquatic wildlife, sinkholes in the Kuchyňa-Orešany Karst, and, if we're lucky, we may spot crayfish in the streams of the Little Carpathians. During the experience-based hike through the Buková Valley, we’ll listen to birdsong, try to observe and identify birds, and learn about their migration routes and the importance of protecting them. On easy hiking trips, we will explore the enchanting scattered settlements in the Cerová area. With a bit of luck, we may discover the Trnávka spring or the rare gammarus.
Biela noc - Festival of contemporary art
10 - 12 Oct 2025 | Košice - Košice Region | www.bielanoc.sk
From 10 October to 12 October 2025, after Bratislava, Biela noc will also take place in Košice. During this prestigious festival, the night streets of Košice will transform into a magical gallery full of fascinating light installations and artworks. Embark on a unique journey through the city, where technology meets art to create unforgettable experiences. Visit www.bielanoc.sk/en for more information.
Svetlonos on the River
25 Oct 2025 | Váh, Little Danube, Danube River Branches - Trnava Region | krajzazitkov.sk
The paddling season in the Trnava Region of Experiences ends on Saturday, 25 Oct 2025. Whether it’s a pleasant Indian summer or slightly chilly weather, this final paddle promises unforgettable moments in the autumn countryside. The event is perfect for romantics, groups of friends, and families with children. *Svetlonos on the River* takes place on 25 Oct 2025 on the following waterways:
Váh River: section Rybársky dom, Jalšové – Hlohovec (4-hour paddle)
Little Danube: section Ister Jelka – Jelka Water Mill (2 to 3-hour paddle)
Danube Branches: Vojka nad Dunajom and back (3-hour paddle)
Magic Ride on the Dragon Train
31 Oct 2025 | Brezno - Banská Bystrica Region | horehronie.sk
For lovers of fairy tales and fantasy, we recommend the magical ride on the Dragon Train – a tourist train in the shape of a fairy-tale dragon, accompanied by a themed program at each stop. The first mysterious destination is the Vampire Escape Room in Horná Lehota, which will test your logical thinking – and above all, your courage. The adventure continues in a realm of fantasy and magic, centered around the Fairy Tale World "From Tale to Tale" in the village of Nemecká. Step into a deep, mystical forest where glowing plants light your way and every step reveals a quiet secret. Walk through a valley where a mighty dragon guards its treasure, then learn to mix mysterious ingredients – and maybe even take home a secret recipe for a happiness elixir.
The Dragon Train invites you to a journey full of magic, mysteries, and thrilling surprises taking place on 31 October and 1 November 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.