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Dragon Carnival in the streets of Ljubljana

You can access current events here. The Dragon carnival traditionally held in Ljubljana consists of a large Shrovetide carnival parade through the city's streets and a programme of entertainment held in the centrally located Kongresni trg square.

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LJUBLJANA, CITY OF DRAGONS

They appear on the branding of numerous Slovene products and can also be seen on street furniture and urban infrastructure – even on drain covers! The Dragon Carnival takes place in Ljubljana every winter, and there are many other examples. Save a dragon at Ljubljana Castle Ljubljana Castle's 500-year-old chapel may be dedicated to St George, famous for slaying dragons, but today you can discover the history of the city via the five challenges of the Escape Castle adventure – and even save a dragon.

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For the masquerade, I will be ... a kurent!

In the workshop, they will learn how to craft a unique mask from fabric scraps and recycled materials. We will use the leather painting technique, cut colorful crepe ribbons, and crochet yarn to…

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Traditional events

We present you 12 of the most interesting events in Ljubljana and its surroundings, which bring people together, preserve old habits and customs, or help create new ones. Dragon Carnival February (Shrove Saturday), Ljubljana The Dragon Carnival consists of a Shrovetide parade along the Ljubljana’s streets and an accompanying entertainment programme.

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Opening of the exhibition Carnival of Mozirje

As part of the Open Day programme at the Slovenian Ethnographic Museum, you are invited to the opening of the exhibition Carnival of Mozirje.

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Events

Events Download all Ana Desetnica Dunja Wedam Prenesi (1.5 MB) art market dunja wedam Prenesi (9.8 MB) artish dunja wedam Prenesi (7.2 MB) flea market dunja wedam Prenesi (8.5 MB) folklore dance dunja wedam Prenesi (7.6 MB) gornji trg square artish dunja wedam Prenesi (8.5 MB) june in ljubljana dunja wedam Prenesi (3.6 MB) nights in ljubljana old town dunja wedam Prenesi (4.3 MB) open kitchen nea culpa Prenesi (3.1 MB) threesomes run path of remembrance and comeradeship dunja wedam Prenesi (8.6 MB) ana desetnica luka esenko Prenesi (8.7 MB) dragon carnival dunja wedam Prenesi (3.8 MB) ljubljana marathon dunja wedam Prenesi (8.4 MB) recreational march around ljubljana dunja wedam Prenesi (7.8 MB) Help us improve the site Did you find the information you were looking for?

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Prešeren Day, Slovenian Cultural Holiday

Tickets Free entrance Related content For the masquerade, I will be ... a kurent! Performances for children Dragon Carnival in the streets of Ljubljana Performances for children Help us improve the site Did you find the information you were looking for?

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Zvezda donuts

What a delightful wish for the carnival season, full of mischievous smiles and finger-licking treats!

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Dragon Bridge

Dragon Bridge Play audio recording of content Your browser does not support the audio element. © Luka Esenko © Dunja Wedam © Mostphotos The Dragon Bridge, adorned with its iconic dragon statues, features in some of the most recognisable images of Ljubljana.

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Dragon smoothie

Dragon smoothie Play audio recording of content Your browser does not support the audio element. Ljubljana is the city of dragons, so it's only right to honor them by trying the dragon smoothie.

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