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WINE UNDER THE STARS
31 July – 1 August 2026
Wine Under the Stars celebrates its 10th anniversary in the picturesque vineyards of Pezinok, beneath Stará hora. Visitors can enjoy two days of fine wine, live performances by Slovak and international artists, and a unique open-air atmosphere. The festival brings together music, gastronomy, and local winemaking traditions for an unforgettable summer experience.
Location: Pezinok – Pod Starou horou
Admission: €35 – €60
PRESSBURG SOIRÉE
1 – 29 August 2026
Pressburg Soirée brings a unique concert experience to the Mirror Hall of the Primate’s Palace during summer Saturday evenings. Visitors can enjoy operetta music, waltzes, csárdás and polkas performed by talented musicians and singers dressed in period costumes. The elegant atmosphere of historic Pressburg combines music, architecture and cultural heritage into an exceptional evening that recalls the times when Bratislava was an important cultural centre of Central Europe.
Location: Mirror Hall of the Primate’s Palace, Primaciálne námestie 2, Bratislava
Dates:
1. augusta 2026 (sobota), 8.augusta 2026 (sobota), 15. augusta 2026 (sobota), 29. augusta 2026 (sobota)
TRH PIAC MARKET
Every Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
The regular food market in the Old Market Hall builds on the tradition of the historic building as a marketplace and is unique not only in Bratislava but also in the wider region. It primarily offers food from regional farmers and producers, complemented by international specialties. A wide range of vendors, accompanying activities, and services are also part of the market.
More information can be found on the website:
Bratislava Cultural Summer is the largest multi-genre city festival in Bratislava, bringing a rich cultural program for all age groups every summer since 1976. From June to August, it offers concerts, film screenings, discussions, exhibitions, sports activities, and children’s programs across various locations throughout the city – from the historic center to lesser-known public spaces and city districts. The festival also includes popular venues and events such as Sad Janka Kráľa, Biela 6, Evenings on the Ramparts, and the Mičurin Amphitheatre, as well as traditional festival highlights including Viva Musica!, Summer Shakespeare Festival, and the J. K. Mertz Guitar Festival.
More information can be found on the website:
The Old Market Hall comes alive in summer with the monumental art installation SPOLUHRA by sculptor Nina A. Šošková, inviting visitors to play, move and explore the space together. The programme also includes yoga, workshops, DJ sets, concerts and activities for children. The installation can be visited from Friday to Sunday between 14:00 and 21:00. Admission is free.
The full program can be found on the website:
Objavte hudobné putovanie po Petržalke, ktoré premení verejné priestory na jedinečné kultúrne scény. Čaká vás spojenie cimbalu a spevu, operné árie pri Chorvátskom ramene aj strhujúca ohňová show skupiny Anta Agni. Zažite netradičný večer plný hudby, pohybu a vizuálnych zážitkov.
Voľný vstup
Start : 19:00
Miesto: Námestie hraničiarov, Chorvátske rameno, Námestie republiky
Objavte tajomstvá hradu Červený Kameň počas podujatia Legendy hradu Červený Kameň. Čaká vás akustické divadlo s príbehom o vodníkovi a stratenom poklade, živá hudba, tajomná atmosféra dávnych čias aj prednáška o slovenských strašidlách, bytostiach a démonológii.
Vstupenky sú dostupné online aj na mieste.
Start : sobota o 16.30 a 18.30 hod., nedeľa o 16.30 hod.
Miesto: Hrad Červený Kameň
Zažite jedinečné spojenie hudby, vody a ohňa pri Fontáne Družba venované odkazu Mariána Vargu. Večer ponúkne diskusiu, koncert Collegium Musicum v podaní výnimočných hudobníkov a veľkolepú ohňovo-vodnú show synchronizovanú s jeho hudbou.
Voľný vstup
Start : 20:00
Miesto: Námestie Slobody
Zažite príjemné letné podvečery na historických mestských hradbách pri Prepoštskej ulici. Čaká vás pestrý kultúrny program plný koncertov, DJ setov, kúzelníckych vystúpení, komentovaných prehliadok, ochutnávky lokálnych šumivých vín a jedinečná atmosféra priamo v srdci Bratislavy.
Voľný vstup
Začiatok : 18:00
Miesto : Mestské Hradby
Vychutnajte si koncert rakúskeho dua Minerva, ktoré originálne prepája klasickú hudbu, džez, world music aj avantgardu. Klarinetistka Johanna Gossner a akordeonista Damian Keller prinesú jedinečný hudobný zážitok plný virtuozity, kreativity a sviežeho pohľadu na komornú hudbu.
Free entry.
Start : 19:00
Miesto : Zichyho Palác, Ventúrska 9
Zažite letný večer pri jazere Draždiak plný slovenskej hudby, živých koncertov a elektronických beatov. Žúr na Draždiaku prinesie vystúpenia domácich interpretov, príjemnú atmosféru pri vode aj interaktívny kvíz s Ludwigom Baginom.
Free entry.
Začiatok : 15:00
Miesto : Draždiak
Vychutnajte si koncert dychovej hudby Šarfianka, ktorá už dlhé roky prináša obľúbené melódie a udržiava tradíciu dychovej hudby. Tešiť sa môžete na príjemnú atmosféru a pestrý repertoár vhodný pre všetky generácie.
Volný vstup.
Začoatok : 17:00
Miesto : Sad Janka Kráľa – pri Ferdinantovi
Objavte históriu bratislavských šumivých vín počas komentovanej prehliadky na veži Starej radnice. Súčasťou večera je ochutnávka sektu a jedinečný výhľad na západ slnka nad strechami Starého Mesta.
Admission: 15 €
Start : 19:00
Miesto: Primaciálne námestie 3
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Zažite jedinečný koncert Katky Knechtovej v romantickom prostredí Botanickej záhrady. Spojenie emotívnej hudby, prírody a letnej atmosféry vytvorí nezabudnuteľný hudobný zážitok pod korunami stromov.
Voľný vstup
Start : 10:30
Miesto: Botanical Garden
Navštívte obľúbený Bazár na Františkánskom námestí a objavte jedinečné starožitnosti, vintage kúsky, vinylové platne, handmade výrobky aj originálne predmety od miestnych tvorcov. Užite si príjemnú nedeľnú atmosféru v centre Bratislavy a nájdite poklady s vlastným príbehom.
Voľný vstup
Start : 10:00
Miesto: Františkánske námestie
Festival komornej hudby prináša koncert venovaný tvorbe Wilhelmine von Bayreuth, významnej skladateľky a mecenášky barokovej hudby. V podaní súboru Camerata Øresund zaznejú diela neskorého baroka v jedinečnom programe plnom objavnej a menej známej hudby.
Vstupenky sú dostupné na mieste alebo online.
Start : 18:00
Miesto: Dom Albrechtovcov, Kapitulská 1
Zažite letný podvečer na historických mestských hradbách pri Prepoštskej ulici. Čaká vás hudobný program s DJ Daniu, koncert Spectrum Quartett s unikátnou live videoprojekciou, komentovaná prehliadka Kapitulskej ulice aj originálne bratislavské miešané drinky.
Voľný vstup
Start : 18:00
Miesto: Mestské Hradby
Rozlúčte sa s letom na Kuchajde počas záverečného kultúrneho a športového víkendu plného hudby, zábavy a programu pre všetky generácie. Tešiť sa môžete na koncerty, filmové premietanie, detské vystúpenia, športové aktivity, gastro zónu, festival zmrzliny, atrakcie a množstvo sprievodného programu.
Voľný vstup
Start : Piatok 21:00
Miesto: Kuchajda
Bratislavské kultúrne leto vyvrcholí veľkolepým open-air koncertom Slovenskej filharmónie na Námestí slobody. Pod taktovkou Petra Valentoviča zaznejú obľúbené diela klasickej hudby, operné predohry aj známe filmové melódie z filmov ako Harry Potter či Hviezdne vojny. Vychutnajte si jedinečnú atmosféru symfonickej hudby pod holým nebom.
Voľný vstup
Start : 17:00
Miesto: Námestie Slobody
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Did you know that this cathedral is one of the biggest in Slovakia? Or that Maria Theresa was crowned the Queen of Hungary here? The church is a nice 10-minute walk away from the hotel and it will not only enchant you with its exterior, but also with its exquisite interor.
The Blue Church was one of the first buildings to be ever built in Bratislava. It is unique for its beautiful blue color and rose ornaments. You will also find an interesting green villa nearby, which is grown-over with ivy. The Blue Church is located approximately 15 minutes walking distance from the hotel.
You can find many interesting statues in the Bratislava's city center. The two best known are Čumil and Schöne Náci. Čumil is associated with a legend - touching his hat will bring you good fortune. That's why the hat looks so polished.
The town hall was once a reflection of the city's wealth. However, nowadays it mainly contributes to the rich cultural life of the Old Town. If you are interested in history, we highly recommend taking a guided tour, where you will have an opportunity to see the town hall tower.
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If you'd like to enjoy your morning coffee in the city center, we recommend a few cafés that are located in the vicinity of the hotel: KeP’s caffetteria, Mondieu, Urban house or Fach. All the cafés are located in the Old Town, so you won't have to go far from the hotel. If you feel up to it, you can even combine a weekend brunch with a pleasant walk throughout the city center.
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In Bratislava, you can find everything. Would you like to enjoy a culinary experience? Definitely worth a visit are Da Alfonso, bistro SOHO and Rio Grande. Do you prefer to experience the local cuisine? Then you definitely need to visit the restaurant Bratislava Flagship Restaurant. Would you rather try some street food? Then Orbis is definitely a place for you.
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Bratislava offers many great places to visit, even at night-time. If you enjoy cool drinks, we recommend visiting bars such as Cuba Libre Rum & Cigar House, Spin Coctail Bar or SkyBar with its unique view. Would you like to dance and have fun? Venues like Trafo Music club and Kácečko might be something just for you. If you are, however, a true rocker at heart, you will definitely enjoy Bratislava's famous Barrock.
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Zlaté piesky is one of the most popular summer recreational areas in Bratislava. The lake offers pleasant swimming, sandy beaches, and plenty of opportunities for relaxation and sports activities.
Rosnička Swimming Pool in Bratislava’s Dúbravka district is a popular place for summer refreshment surrounded by greenery. The complex offers swimming pools, a children’s pool, and a three-lane water slide. There is also a playground, beach volleyball court, and workout zone, making it a great choice for families with children as well as sports enthusiasts.
The small swimming pool on Búdková Street offers a pleasant family atmosphere and a peaceful environment for summer relaxation. Visitors can enjoy a pool, a spacious grassy area with sun loungers, a children’s playground, and a refreshment stand.
The Družba Fountain at Freedom Square is a popular summer spot for cooling off right in the heart of Bratislava. The surrounding area features grassy spaces and gastro venues offering views of one of the largest fountains in Slovakia.
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This garden is located in the Bratislava's Old Town and it represents an oasis of peace and quiet in the otherwise busy city center. In addition to beautiful flowers, you will also find here a monument of a Slovakian writer Martin Kukučín and a beautiful Swan Fountain.
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This park is considered to be the oldest public park in Central Europe. This may be one of the reasons why Janko Kráľ Park is so popular among many Bratislava citizens. You can play sports here, bring a picnic or just walk around and enjoy the greenery.
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Are you a drama fan? Or would you rather prefer a good comedy? How about a musical? The City Theatre offers a variety of plays.
The Nedbalka Gallery is a gallery of Slovak modern art, where everyone can find something to their taste. It is divided into 4 floors, thus into 4 periods of art - The Origin of Modern Fine Art in Slovakia, Modern art in Slovakia, Mikuláš Galanda Group and also Personalities and Phenomena.
The Old Market Hall is the meeting point of the city's culture. The program is very diverse, combining urban culture and various services. If you are interested in experiencing the atmosphere of small local markets, you can visit the Old Market Hall on Saturdays.
KC Dunaj is a venue which offers a diverse program. It serves as a cinema and a lecture hall on weekdays, while weekends are devoted to concerts and parties.
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