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Prešeren Day, Slovenian Cultural Holiday

The Slovenian Cultural Holiday will be marked by an official state ceremony including the presentation of Prešeren Prizes, the country's most prestigious cultural awards, and many other cultural events held over a period of a few days before 8 February. On Prešeren Day, there will be free admission to Ljubljana's museums and galleries, several concerts, theatre performances and film screenings and a number of other events. The Slovenian Cultural Holiday is dedicated to honouring France Prešeren (1800-1849), the most important Slovenian poet, who is remembered not only for his Romantic poetry but also for his efforts to modernize the Slovenian language.

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Kavarna SEM

© Kavarna SEM © Kavarna SEM © Kavarna SEM © Kavarna SEM © Kavarna SEM The Kavarna SEM café, located at the Slovenian Ethnographic Museum, serves a choice of drinks and desserts and has a pleasant green summer garden. Occasionally it hosts exhibitions and small scale events such as concerts and music and literature evenings.

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A love for literature: final event of the 2026 Literary contest: Be a Writer

In a time when the world longs for warmth and inspiration, the stories brought to life on the stage of Festivalna dvorana shine with light, optimism, and gentle comfort. This year’s selection of…

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Lecture: Arata Fuchi – The Organic Power of Metal

Japanese artist Arata Fuchi, winner of numerous international awards (including Premio Incinque Jewels 2024), will present his fascinating creative journey from Tokyo to Florence. 

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Travel information

Tourist centers and the tourist card will assist you with practical advice and savings for visiting museums and other attractions, as well as using public transport. Ljubljana Card With the Ljubljana Tourist Card, you save time and money.

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Križevniška cultural quarter

The Križevniška quarter has long been loved by artists and intellectuals, and it is special precisely because of its rich history, artistic heritage, and unique atmosphere that combines past and…

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National Gallery

Dermastja Basic description Conference capacity The National Gallery, Slovenia's foremost museum of historical art, holds the country's largest collection of fine art from the High Middle Ages to the 20th century. It also houses a permanent exhibition of works by Zoran Mušič (1909–2005), one of Europe's leading modernist painters, and various temporary exhibitions.

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A glimpse of history: tea party with the noble

Vrhnika, showcasing its history and nature in its brand new Ljubljanica River museum, is a good case in point. If you are a history lover, the ancient artifacts along with the story of how Vrhnika is transforming itself these days, will make for a compelling half-day trip.

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Heritage, Inspiration. Researchers at Work

Their work is carried out in collaboration with other faculties and academies at the University of Ljubljana, as well as with Slovenian and international universities, museums, galleries, research institutes, and heritage organisations. Alongside legal frameworks and international conventions, heritage preservation relies on public awareness, education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the involvement of local communities and other stakeholders.

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Snowdrops Festival at the University Botanic Gardens Ljubljana

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