Trans Danube Swim 2025
7 Sep 2025 | Bratislava - Bratislava Region | transdanubeswim.sk
Join hundreds of swimmers at the Trans Danube Swim 2025, taking place on 7 September 2025 in Bratislava. Now in its 12th year, this unique event is unlike any in Vienna or Budapest. This one-of-a-kind swim race across the Danube offers an unforgettable experience and raises environmental awareness about this great river. More information can be found at the link above.
World Tourism Day in Spišská Nová Ves
26–28 Sep 2025 | Spišská Nová Ves - Košice Region | spisskanovaves.eu
Spišská Nová Ves invites you to celebrate World Tourism Day from 26th to 28th September 2025. During these three days, you can enjoy free access to the highest church tower in Slovakia, open churches, guided tours of historical monuments, and creative workshops. A rich accompanying program awaits you in the museum, gallery, library, and even at the zoo, where discounts and special offers will be available. The event will also involve the Hotel Academy and local cultural organizations that will present the treasures of the region. Come and explore the beauty of Spišská Nová Ves and enjoy a colorful program for the whole family.
FRIDAY, 26 Sep 2025 – free church tower climbs, guided city tour with a historian, full day of art and workshops in the gallery, travel-themed book events, presentation of Slovenský raj & Spiš Tourism Board, Hotel Academy presentation – students as tour guides, tastings, tours of the Jewish cemetery, mining exhibition, railway mini-museum, and military bunker.
SATURDAY, 27 Sep 2025 – discount at the zoo, photo exhibition with accompanying program.
SUNDAY, 28 Sep 2025 – churches open to the public for guided tours, discount at the hotel wellness center.
"Coffee Outside" – Guided Bike Tour
27 Sep 2025 | Nitra - Nitra Region | nitra.eu
Join us for a coffee picnic for cycling enthusiasts, featuring breathtaking views and high-quality coffee from the local roastery Kávaprevšetkých – Roastery under the Castle, as part of the World Tourism Day 2025 celebrations. The event takes place on Saturday, 27 September 2025. Meeting point is at 10:00 a.m. by the buffet in the Sihoť City Park.
Route: Sihoť City Park – Čakajovce – Ľudovítová – Mechenice – Dražovce – Sihoť City Park. This is a more challenging route designed for MTB and e-bikes, with a total distance of 33 km. Together with the Roastery under the Castle, we will prepare fresh coffee for you in nature – beneath the Hôrka lookout tower near the village of Podhorany, offering beautiful and unforgettable views.
World Tourism Day 2025
27 Sep 2025 | Tatranská Lomnica - Prešov Region | legendarium.info
Join us in celebrating World Tourism Day in Tatranská Lomnica! The day will begin with a sporty morning featuring Nordic walking, fitness exercises, and yoga as part of the "Tatras as a Cure" project. Enjoy rides on historic trams, fun activities for children and adults, and explore the beauty of the Prešov Region. The main program includes performances by the "Cirkus Naopak" and Portál Theatre with their fairytale about a lost magic wand. We will also announce the winners of the LEGENDARIUM – Summer Expedition 2025 and enjoy a popular concert by Paci Pac. Throughout the day, you can visit creative workshops, a sports zone, face painting, mountain rescue demonstrations, and a bouncy castle. Participation in the activities will earn you tickets for the big children's raffle.
Hunters under the Castle
27 Sep 2025 | Levice - Nitra Region | opklevice.sk
Hunters under the Castle is a celebration of hunting, nature conservation, and Slovak traditions. The event will take place on 27 September 2025 in the courtyard of Levice Castle. The program includes a St. Hubert Mass, ceremonial awards for contributions to Slovak hunting, performances by folk ensembles and horn players from the Slovak Hunting Horn Club, a raffle, and an evening hunting festivity. A rich accompanying program awaits: wild game goulash cooking competition, hunting dog and archery demonstrations, falconry displays, air rifle shooting, wildlife calling techniques, children’s games and competitions themed “In the Footsteps of Hunting,” traditional crafts including woodcarving, face painting, a bouncy castle, and the humorous raffle “Cartridge in a Sack.”
Visitors can also enjoy regional culinary specialties such as Brhlovce steamed buns and strudels, Pukanec noodles, and traditional dumplings and pancakes from Nová Dedina. We look forward to seeing you there!
Hrušov Festival
28 Sep 2025 | Hrušov Castle - Nitra Region | visitnitra.eu
On Sunday, 28 September 2025, the Hrušov Festival will take place at Hrušov Castle near Topoľčianky, marking the 20th anniversary of the castle’s restoration. Thanks to dedicated volunteers and public support, the castle has become a lively meeting place and cultural landmark in the region.
The event runs from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM and includes a historical fashion show by the Fringia ensemble, theatrical performances by the Theatre Society, and creative workshops with Artovňa. Tickets are available via tootoot.fm or at the venue. Free shuttle service will operate from the centre of Topoľčianky, with parking available at the local racecourse.
All proceeds from the event will support the ongoing restoration of Hrušov Castle.