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From 24 to 26 July 2026, Bratislava will once again transform into a city of kings, coronation ceremonies, and historical stories.

Summer in the capital comes alive! Get ready for a weekend filled with concerts, world-famous artists, amazing atmosphere, and music that will draw you in from the very first note.

The largest reggae festival in Central Europe brings two days of music, from reggae and dancehall to hip-hop and dub. Peace, rhythm and energy – Love, peace, unity.

The Danube connects banks, people and stories. Trans Danube Swim 2026 invites everyone who feels the magic of the river to an exceptional swim across Bratislava.

In the 18th century, it was very fashionable to furnish rooms in castles, the walls of which were covered with regularly arranged pictures. These rooms were called graphic cabinets. Check out our Bratislava one!

The collection of contemporary art since the second half of the 20th century presents works of prominent artists who were crucial in determining the nature of artistic development in Slovakia.

In the past, the Danubeland was inhabited by many peoples and ethnicities, which over the past 1500 years have left their mark on the land

Slovak design and applied art of the 20th century have a key place in the SNG collections, primarily in an author’s and solitary position. Pairs or trios of artifacts are allowed by the curators to converse in harmony and tension, peace and ambivalence

Contemporary art museum presents male and female artists, the latest trends, and current cultural, social, and artistic expressions that are constantly evolving

The story of Marie Antoinette – from her childhood in Vienna to her tragic end in Versailles – comes alive in the Knight’s Hall of Bratislava Castle. Discover an exhibition full of costumes, paintings, and the luxury of the French court.

The international Viva Musica! Festival has been one of the highlights of Bratislava’s cultural summer for more than two decades. From May 28 to August 6, 2026, the festival will present a series of exceptional concerts, Slovak premieres, world-renowned artists, and unforgettable open-air music experiences.

Devín Castle once again transforms into a unique stage where history comes alive. Set within the authentic medieval fortress walls, visitors are taken on a journey through different historical periods – from the era of the Slavs to Renaissance knightly tournaments inspired by Italy’s famous La giostra.

Bratislava Cultural Summer 2026 transforms the Slovak capital into an open-air cultural stage filled with concerts, theatre performances, cinema screenings, exhibitions, workshops, and unforgettable summer experiences. As the city’s largest and longest-running summer festival, it brings life to Bratislava throughout July and August with events for all generations.