Bratislava Coronation Days Programme
From 24 to 26 July 2026, Bratislava – the former coronation city of the Kingdom of Hungary – transforms into a living stage of royal history. The historic city centre comes alive with a unique atmosphere of crowns, traditions, and stories of kings and queens who once shaped the destiny of Europe.
Friday 24 July 2026 – Knight Evening at the Riverfront
🕔 17:00 – 20:00
📍 Tyršovo nábrežie (Danube riverfront)
The festival opens with an evening dedicated to medieval knight culture and entertainment.Visitors will see:
- theatrical performances with knights and court entertainment
- interactive shows by jesters and performers
- arrival of the royal court and falconer
- a grand knight tournament dedicated to the future coronation
Throughout the evening, family-friendly activities take place, including pony rides and historical games for children and adults.The highlight of the evening is a grand tournament in the riverside arena, followed by meet-and-greet sessions and photo opportunities with performers.
Saturday 25 July 2026 – Coronation Day and City Procession
📍 Bratislava Castle
🕧 12:30 – 15:30
Saturday is dedicated to the main highlight of the event – the royal coronation procession.
Program:
- 12:30 Opening ceremony
- 12:40 – 13:25 Falconry display – the noble art of hunting
- 13:25 – 13:45 Drummers performance – Banda Allegra
- 13:50 – 14:05 Flag performers – Flag Art Mondaria
- 14:10 – 14:15 Sword fighting demonstration – A.R.G.O. (The Ambush of Baron Trenck)
- 14:20 – 14:30 18th-century military drill – Abbaca
- 14:40 – 15:10 Jester performance – PET
Coronation procession
🕞 15:30
The historical procession departs from the castle towards the city centre, accompanied by music, drums, and costumed performers.
📍 Main Square
🕓 16:00 – 18:00
Program:
- 16:00 Opening of the programme
- 16:20 Arrival of the coronation procession
- 16:40 Sword fights, flag displays and period dances
- 17:10 Coronation ceremony of Maria Theresa
- 17:30 Photo session with performers
- 18:00 End of programme
After the coronation, visitors can enjoy informal photo opportunities with performers.
Sunday 26 July 2026
🕙 10:00 – 18:00
📍 Main Square
Sunday is dedicated to families and a relaxed historical atmosphere in the city centre.
Stage programme
🕙 10:30 – 18:00
- 10:30 – 10:45 sword performance (Ex Heredis)
- 11:15 – 12:00 puppet theatre – The Story of Knight Sam
- 13:00 – 13:30 sword performance (Banderium)
- 13:30 – 14:15 theatre – The Three Princesses and the Dragon
- 14:45 – 15:00 sword performance (Ex Heredis)
- 15:30 – 16:00 sword performance (Manu Forti)
- 16:30 – 17:10 puppet theatre – The Story of Knight Sam
- 17:35 – 18:00 theatre-sword performance – Habsburg Secrets
The programme is designed so visitors can enjoy multiple performances throughout the day while experiencing the atmosphere of the historic city.
Notice
During the event, photo and video recordings may be taken for documentation and promotional purposes. By attending the event, visitors agree to their use in the organiser’s communication and promotional materials.
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Programme subject to change.
