Night full of discoveries
Only on this day it will be possible to see interesting exhibitions, author interpretations, creative workshops, animations, tours and other programs in more than 100 locations in Slovakia until late in the evening
Discover Bratislava after dark during one of the city’s most popular cultural events of the year. On Saturday, May 23, 2026, museums, galleries, and cultural institutions across Bratislava will keep their doors open late into the evening, offering a special programme filled with guided tours, exhibitions, workshops, and unique experiences.
Programme highlights
Czech House
Programme:
From 15:00, visitors can explore two remarkable exhibitions. The joint exhibition Fake News, created in collaboration with the French Institute in Slovakia, presents contemporary artistic perspectives on disinformation. The second exhibition, Otto’s Bohemia, showcases historical depictions of the Czech landscape from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, complemented by photographs of the same locations today. Together, they offer a unique cultural experience combining history, art, and contemporary social themes.
Nedbalka Gallery
Programme:
13:00 – Gallery opening
14:30 – Curator’s tour of the Martin Benka exhibition
An expert insight into the exhibition with art historian Alexandra Kočišková. Capacity: 100 visitors.
15:00 – Children’s educational programme “All the Senses of Art”
An interactive experience where children discover art through touch, sound, and creativity.
Registration: spravca@nedbalka.sk
16:00 – Acrobatic performance under the umbrellas
A visually striking performance in the gallery’s iconic umbrella street.
17:00 – Curator’s tour of the Martin Benka exhibition
Second guided expert tour with Alexandra Kočišková.
18:00 – Children’s educational programme “Martin Benka – Slovakia’s Story in Paintings”
A playful introduction to the life and work of Martin Benka.
19:00 / 20:00 / 21:00 – Guided tours of the permanent exhibition
Explore Slovak modern art with expert commentary.
22:30 – Last gallery entry
Throughout the day: activity workbook for children featuring Hugo and Múza, plus a virtual reality experience.
Bratislava City Gallery
Programme:
Mirbach Palace
Permanent exhibitions
Central European Baroque Painting and Sculpture
Graphic Cabinets
Accompanying programme
16:00 – 23:00 Discover the story behind the portrait of Countess Johana de Walderode
16:00 – 23:00 Interactive guide: Following the Paths of Art
16:00 – 23:00 Open studio
Pálffy Palace
Exhibitions
The Art of Interaction
The Centre is Elsewhere II
Permanent exhibitions
Matej Krén: Passage
Gothic Panel Painting and Sculpture
BIATEC: Celtic Mint
Interventions at Pálffy Palace
Anetta Mona Chișa, Lucia Tkáčová: Totems
Accompanying programme
17:00 – 21:00 Creative Spaces: Join In
16:00 – 23:00 A Year at the Gallery – Public GMB Review
16:00 – 23:00 Self-guided activities: Gothic Art Under the Magnifying Glass
The Night of Museums and Galleries is a Europe-wide initiative supported by the Council of Europe, aimed at presenting Europe’s cultural heritage. International Museum Day highlights the important role museums and galleries play in cultural exchange, enriching societies and promoting mutual understanding, cooperation, and peace.
Programme subject to change. Thank you for your understanding.
