Events

Baroque in Slovenia

Exhibition

Recreational March Around Ljubljana and OTP bank Threesomes Run

The traditional march around Ljubljana is one of the largest recreational events in Slovenia, attracting more than 30,000 participants each year. The march emphasizes universal values such as comradery and solidarity as well as healthy lifestyle. 

Open kitchen

Odprta kuhna (Open kitchen) is a one of a kind food market and one of the most popular culinary projects in Slovenia that brings food lovers and culinary adventurers to Ljubljana's city centre (Pogačarjev trg) every sunny Friday from March until November. 

ARTish

Exhibition Sales Art Festival

ARTish is a unique opportunity to see and buy interesting works of art by various artists and spend time in the wonderful company of creative people.

May, Bee Month

Events in honour of bees

With the aim of raising awareness about the growing threat to bees, the Slovenian Beekeepers’ Association proposed the declaration of World Bee Day. The proposal received broad international support and was officially confirmed in December 2017. The chosen date, 20 May, symbolically coincides with the birthday of Anton Janša, the renowned Slovenian beekeeping expert from the 18th century.

10th Open-Air Book Fair

The most charming book fair in the heart of Ljubljana

The all-day outdoor book fair offers a great opportunity for socializing, getting to know publishers, and meeting those who are dedicated to promoting excellent books in Slovenian.

14th Castle Days

Diverse Events for the Whole Family

The annual Castle Days festival offers a programme of events for the entire family. It rounds off with an open-doors day, when visitors to Ljubljana Castle can view the exhibition Slovenian History, see the Virtual Castle projection, and visit the Outlook Tower free of charge.

Tour of Slovenia

The Tour of Slovenia is not just an international sporting event – it is the largest cycling race in Slovenia and a key driving force behind the development of Slovenian cycling. It was first held in May 1993, featuring eight stages in its inaugural edition.

Plečnik & A-Cappella 2025

Concert cycle

In the concert cycle Plečnik in A-cappella, you will have the opportunity to listen to five renowned vocal ensembles and choirs at five picturesque Plečnik locations in Ljubljana.

Barjanka

Cycling marathon

Barjanka, a cycling event within the BTC City Franja Marathon, will present to cycling lovers the natural beauty of Ljubljana Marshes. It will also recall the beginnings of cycling competitions when they were still held on macadam roads.

73rd Ljubljana Festival

The Ljubljana Festival, with its long history and tradition of presenting premier artistic events, contributes significantly to the cultural life of Ljubljana in the summer. 

Ulay / Marina Abramović ART VITAL

12 years of Ulay / Marina Abramović

Visit the Art Vital exhibition, showcasing the collaborative work and life of the renowned artistic duo Ulay and Marina Abramović, key figures in performance art.