Slovenia’s towns and cities come alive with cultural festivals, art exhibitions, and culinary events throughout the year, celebrating the country’s rich cultural heritage and culinary traditions. From traditional folk festivals to contemporary art events, Slovenia’s events offer visitors a captivating glimpse into its culture, history, and natural beauty.
The Ljubljana Dragon Carnival is a vibrant celebration featuring colourful parades, costumes, music, dance, and street performances in the capital city of Ljubljana.
Time: February.
LIFFe is Slovenia’s largest film festival, showcasing a diverse selection of international and Slovenian films, including feature films, documentaries, short films, and animations.
Time: November.
The Ljubljana Jazz Festival is one of the oldest and most prominent jazz festivals in Europe, featuring performances by renowned international and Slovenian jazz musicians, bands, and ensembles.
Time: June.
Maribor Lent Festival is one of the largest multicultural festivals in Slovenia, featuring music concerts, theatre performances, dance, visual arts, street theatre, and culinary events along the Drava River in Maribor.
Time: June and July.
Piran Musical Evenings is a classical music festival held in the picturesque coastal town of Piran, featuring performances by Slovenian and international musicians, chamber ensembles, and orchestras.
Time: July and August.
Ana Desetnica Street Theatre Festival is a lively event featuring street performances, circus acts, puppetry, mime, dance, and interactive theatre in various locations across Ljubljana and other Slovenian cities.
Time: June-July.
The Slovenian Wine Festival celebrates Slovenia’s winemaking heritage with wine tastings, vineyard tours, cultural events, traditional food, music, and entertainment in Ljubljana.
Time: November.
Ljubljana Wine Route Festival
It organize in the streets and squares of the old center of Ljubljana. This wine festival brings together different Slovenian wine producers and offers the opportunity to taste different wines, as well as enjoy musical performances and other events. The Summertime market and exhibition on the Jakopič promenade in Ljubljana’s Tivoli Park is on display from 19 April to 22 June 2024. As well as interesting events and a promenade on Saturday 15.6.2024 with Summer wine treats and 9.11. on the traditional St. Martin’s day in Ljubljana.
Time: April-June and October
Odprta Kuhna (Open Kitchen)
Organized in the center of Ljubljana. This gastronomic event brings together the best restaurants and chefs in Ljubljana, presenting Slovenian and international food culture. Guests can taste local delicacies and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere in the middle of the city.
Time: 26.4.-28.4.2024
Kurentovanje is a traditional Slovenian carnival celebration held in Ptuj, featuring parades, masked performances, rituals, and festivities to drive away winter and welcome spring.
Time: February.
Okarina Ethno Festival is a music festival held in Bled, featuring performances by folk, world music, and ethno-jazz artists from Slovenia and around the world, set against the backdrop of Lake Bled.
Time: July and August.
The Planica Ski Jumping World Cup is a premier winter sports event held in Planica, featuring world-class ski jumping competitions, thrilling performances, and festivities for winter sports fans.
Time: March.