Foreigners: Top 10 events in Bratislava

Tips for the top 10 events in the capital between November 10 and November 19, plus regular services in different languages, training, temporary exhibitions and highlights of the year.

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Top 10
FESTIVAL: St. Martin’s Days; Starts: Nov 10 – 11
MUSIC FESTIVAL: Bratislava Chamber Guitar; Starts: Nov 10 – 11
FILM: Bratislava International Film Festival; Starts: Nov 9 – 16
FASHION SHOW: Run to happiness; Starts: Nov 10, 19:30
DEGUSTATION: Degustation of Bulgarian wine and food; Starts: Nov 11
SPORT: Oktagon 4 challenge; Starts: Nov 12, 18:00
CONCERT: Bang on Can (And Beyond); Starts: Nov 13, 19:00
FILM: Canadian Film Night with Wapikoni Mobile; Starts: Nov 13, 17:30
CONCERT: Chadwick/Padewerski/Moncayo/Zyman/Márquez; Starts: Nov 16, 19:00
THEATRE FESTIVAL: Theatre Night; Starts: Nov 18

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Religious Services for non-Slovak speakers

Galleries in Bratislava: Temporary exhibitions

Training in English

Highlights of the year (selection of events for which it is advisable to obtain tickets early)

Top 10

St. Martin's Days

Primaciálne námestie, Bratislava, Friday – Saturday, Nov 10 - 11

Bratislava will come to life in the following days with the celebrations of the St. Martin Days. The Bratislava winemakers will present their wines on the Primacialne Square on Friday, November 10 and Saturday, November 11. On Rudnay Square at the Cathedral of St. Martin you can also taste various specialties, including various kinds of pancakes and roast ox. For more information visit goo.gl/H14PRN.

Bratislava chamber guitar

Zichyho palác, Ventúrska, Bratislava-Staré Mesto, Friday – Saturday, Nov 10 - 11

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The International Bratislava chamber guitar music festival is here again! It is focused on guitar performances of many varieties. During the two days, you can see and hear guitar trio Tritonus and guitar duo Siempre Nuevo. More info: www.bratislavafestival.sk

BRATISLAVA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

various venues, Bratislava, Nov 9 - 16

The upcoming 19th Bratislava International Film Festival will bring a new perspective on the art of film acting, new local releases in their film premieres as well as award-winning hits from festivals around the world. The main faces of the festival will be the remarkable star actor Jean-Marc Barr and the award-winning Canadian director Denis Côte. Admission: single ticket €3.50, festival pass €14.90. For more information visit bratislavaiff.sk.

Run to happiness - Fashion Show

DoubleTree by the Hilton Hotel Bratislava, Trnavská cesta, Bratislava, Friday, November 10, 19:30

Lydia Eckhardt will introduce a new collection of autumn and winter models. Lydia Eckhardt regularly presents a gala evening full of fashion and a good mood with current themes. The theme of the autumn show is RUN TO HAPPINESS and will be associated with the presentation of her second book of the same name. Do not miss this exceptional experience. Admission: €100. More info: predpredaj.zoznam.sk

Degustation of Bulgarian wines and food

Rajská 5, Bratislava, Saturday, November 11

We invite you to taste the Bulgarian Chardonnay and Merlot, which come from the wine regions of Ruse and Sakar. Because Bulgarian culture requires meals to be served with wine, we will offer you Bulgarian culinary appetizers such as the favourite kebapcheta, meat balls white cheese, delicious Bulgarian salads - snowflake, kjopoolo, ljutenica and the unique sweets - baklava and tulum. Admission: €3. For more information visit goo.gl/Peoyjf.

OKTAGON 4 CHALLENGE

HANT Aréna, Trnavská cesta, Bratislava-Nové Mesto, Sunday, November 12, 18:00

Two teams - Czech and Slovak, 8 fighters overall - compete against each other, not only for the title of OKTAGON CHALLENGE champion but also for an annual contract of 10,000 euros. The tournament will consist of the matches for all eight participants in the second series. Admission: €14 - €149. For more information visit goo.gl/AR8YBK.

Bang on Can (And Beyond)

Koncertná sieň Slovenského rozhlasu, Mýtna, Bratislava-Staré Mesto, Monday, November 13, 19:00

The Synaesthesis Ensemble comes from Lithuania and they will perform here. This concert is part of the Melos-Étos 2017. The conductor of this concert will be Karolis Variakojis. More info: old.hc.sk

Canadian film night with Wapikoni Mobile

Francúzsky inštitút, Sedlárska, Bratislava-Staré Mesto, Monday, November 13, 17:30

The Canadian Embassy in Slovakia, in cooperation with the French Institute, invites you to Wapikoni Mobile which will present a series of short Indian and Inuit documentaries. Short films from Canada will be presented in French and English with English and Czech subtitles. More info: institutfrancais.sk

Chadwick / Paderewski / Moncayo / Zyman / Márquez

Slovenská filharmónia, Námestie Eugena Suchoňa, Bratislava-Staré Mesto, Thursday, November 16, 19:00

American composer George Whitefield Chadwick is little known to us. His work however deserves more attention. The Jubilee song is the first part of the Symphonic Sketch cycle, in which Chadwick responds to some unusual stimuli. This time his compositions will be performed by the pianist Marian Sobul, led by Jesus Medin. Admission: €13.10. More info: www.filharmonia.sk

Theatre Night

Bratislava, Saturday, November 18

The eighth year of the Night of open theatres, performances, and exceptional experiences “Theatre night 2017” will be held on Saturday, 18 November in 23 cities throughout the whole of Slovakia. Performances will take place in 49 theatres during the third Saturday night in November ensuring a great, lively atmosphere. The doors of theatres will be open in Banská Bystrica – Bátovce – Bratislava – Dolná Krupá – Kladzany – Košice – Levice – Malacky – Martin – Nitra – Považská Bystrica – Prešov – Prievidza – Púchov – Semerovo – Senec – Soblahov – Starý Tekov – Tesáre – Trenčín – Trnava – Zvolen – Žilina.
For more information visit www.nocdivadiel.sk.

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Training

TRAINING: Pilates in English three days a week; Starts: Every Tuesday and Thursday evening, 20:20 and Wednesday morning 7:15
TRAINING: Zumba in English Every Tuesday; Starts: Every other Tuesday, 17:50
TRAINING: Yoga in English on Tuesdays and Thursdays; Starts: Every Tuesday, 7:15 and Thursday 18:45
TRAINING: Belly Dance in English Mondays; Starts: Every Monday, 18:00
TRAINING: Pilates in English three days a week– The class of Mindfulness Pilates held in English is suitable for everyone. The class is limited to 10 persons, so reservation is needed in advance: info@internationals.sk. Starts: Every Tuesday and Thursday evening, 20:20 and Wednesday morning 7:15; Internationals Bratislava, Square SNP 22. Admission: €8,5 (one-time charge). More info: www.internationals.sk.
TRAINING: Zumba in English Every Tuesday – Not a dance lesson, but rather a party which the organisers call the Zumba dance. Organised by Internationals Bratislava, a non-profit organisation that brings people together from all around the world living or visiting Bratislava, regardless of their cultural origin. Starts: Every other Tuesday, 19:30; Centrum Radosť, Lýcejná 4. Admission: €6 (one-time charge). More info: www.internationals.sk.
TRAINING: Yoga in English on Tuesdays and Thursdays - Hatha Yoga sessions every Wednesday, beginner's level. Reservations and own mats are not necessary. Fruit and water are free. Starts: Every Tuesday, 7:15 and Thursday 18:45; Internationals Bratislava, Square SNP 22. Admission: €7,5 (one-time charge). More info: www.internationals.sk.

TRAINING: Belly Dance in English Mondays - A beginer&intermediate level of belly dancing, the oldest form of dance, according to many experts, having roots in all ancient cultures from the orient to India to the middle east. Starts: Every Monday, 18:00.EtnoDance, Súťažná 18. Admission: €6,5 (one-time charge). More info: www.internationals.sk.

Temporary exhibitions

SLOVAK NATIONAL GALLERY
The Master of Okoličné and the Gothic Art of Spiš circa 1500; Open: Tue – Wed 10:00 – 18:00, Thur 12:00 – 20:00, Fri – Sun 10:00 – 18:00 from Sept 7 until Nov 26
BRATISLAVA CITY GALLERY (PÁLFFY PALACE)
ADAM FRIEDRICH OESER; Open: Tue – Sun 11:00 – 18:00 until Dec 17
DANUBIANA
Edward Quinn: My friend Picasso, Open: Tue – Sun 10:00 – 18:00 from Nov 3 until Jan 18.
THE CENTRE FOR FOLK ART PRODUCTION
Ľsti Plsti; Open: Mon – Fri 14:00 – 18:00 from Oct 26 until Jan 26, 2018
Vlnenie; Open: Mon – Fri 12:00 – 18:00 from Oct 27 until Feb 14, 2018
KROKUS GALLERY
I feel weird again; Open: Wed – Sat 14:00 – 18:00 until Jan 13, 2018

Month of photography, Starts: Oct 31, various venues across Bratislava

TEMPORARY EXHIBITION IN SLOVAK NATIONAL GALLERY:
The Master of Okoličné and the Gothic Art of Spiš circa 1500 – The Master responsible for decorating the former Marian altar from the Franciscan monastery in Okoličné near Liptovský Mikuláš belongs among the best painters of the Central European Late Gothic period and he worked with other important Spiš sculptors, including Master Pavol. Open: Tue – Wed 10:00 – 18:00, Thur 12:00 – 20:00, Fri – Sun 10:00 – 18:00 from Sept 7 until Nov 26, Námestie Ľ. Štúra 4. More info: sng.sk
TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS IN BRATISLAVA CITY GALLERY (PÁLFFY PALACE):
Adam Friedrich Oeser - In February 2017, three hundred years passed since the birth of Adam Friedrich Oeser, a painter, engraver, sculptor and art teacher. On this occasion, the Bratislava City Gallery mounted an exhibition mapping the life and work of the native of Pressburg who became a reputable figure of cultural and artistic life in Dresden, Weimar and Leipzig. His life and work are interesting for scholars in the area of not only art history but also literature, pedagogy and book culture. He has been perceived primarily as a spiritual driving force of early classicism, a friend and a teacher of the giants such as Johann Joachim Winckelmann and Johann Wolfgang Goethe. Open: Tue – Sun 11:00 – 18:00 until Dec 17. Palffyho Palác, Panská 19. More info: gmb.sk
TEMPORARY EXHIBITION IN DANUBIANA GALLERY:
Edward Quinn: My friend Picasso - Quinn began to take photos of famous movie stars and celebrities at the French Riviera. He worked for Paris Match and numerous other magazines and agencies. Meeting Picasso in 1951 was a crucial event which influenced his photography. He won the artist’s trust and their close cooperation continued until 1972. Picasso allowed him to take photos of various activities: Picasso while painting, Picasso the sculptor, Picasso in the pottery workshop in Madoura. Quinn’s camera was even privy to the artist’s private life. Open: Tue – Sun 10:00 – 18:00 from Nov 3 until Jan 18. Vodne Dielo, Čunovo. More info: danubiana.sk.
THE CENTRE FOR FOLK ART PRODUCTION
Ľsti Plsti – Exhibition presenting current creations from felt. Five young artists prove that felting wool, one of the oldest textile techniques, still has a place in current design. Hats, scarves, accessories and other objects offer inspiration to renew your closet or home decor. Open: Mon – Fri 14:00 – 18:00 from Oct 26 until Jan 26, 2018, Dizajn štúdio ÚĽUV, Dobrovičova 13. More info: www.uluv.sk
Vlnenie – Wool is presented as a “main character” in the exhibition and a unique material for both practical and aesthetical use. From interior design to accessories, visitors can see the various techniques of wool processing. Open: Mon – Fri 12:00 – 18:00 from Oct 27 until Feb 14, 2018, Gallery ÚĽUV, Obchodná 64. More info: www.uluv.sk
TEMPORARY EXHIBITION IN KROKUS GALLERY
I feel weird again – Artists working with photography use lenses to reflect past events, mythology and a century-long artistic tradition. The exhibition shows parallels to the fin de siècle which was an answer to technological changes and the criticism of materialism and liberal democracy. Exhibitors: Radek Brousil, Ján Pfeiffer, Michaela Knížová, Maroš Rovňák, Tereza Zelenková. Open: Wed – Sat 14:00 – 18:00 until Jan 13, 2018, Námestie 1. Mája 3. More info: www.krokusgaleria.sk

Month of Photography – The 27th year of the biggest photo festival in Slovakia brings exhibitions by foreign as well as prominent Slovak photographers. More than 30 exhibitions will be accompanied by events including a portfolio review, and photography workshops led by world renowned authors. Starts: Oct 31, various venues across Bratislava. Admission: festival pass – €13. More info: sedf.sk.

Religious Services for non-Slovak speakers

SERVICE: Apostolic Church; Starts: Sundays, 9:30, Bratislava City Church, Trnavské mýto 1, English
SERVICE: God’s Service Church (Božie služby); Starts: Sundays 9:30, Mondays 17:00, Malý kostol, Panenská street, English
SERVICE: Brotherhood Church (Cirkev bratská); Starts: Sundays 10:00, Cukrová 4, English
MASS: The Church of Saint Ladislav; Starts: Sundays 11:00, Špitálska, English
MASS: Church of St. John of Matha; Starts: Sundays 9:00 Latin
MASS: St. Martin’s Cathedral; Starts: Sundays 7:45 German, 9:00 Latin
MASS: Church of the Merciful Brothers; Starts: Sundays 11:30 Italian
SERVICE: Small Evangelical Church; Starts: Sundays 10:00 English, 11:30 German, Panenská Street (entrance from Lýcejná Street)
SERVICE: Citylight Church, Starts: Sundays 10:00 English, Námestie 1.mája 1
SERVICE: Bratislava International Fellowship, Starts: Sundays 10:00 English, Trnavské mýto 1, (Istropolis)
SERVICE: International Baptist Church; Starts: Sundays 10:00 English, Súľovská 2
JEWISH SERVICE: Synagogue on Heydukova Street; Starts: Friday evening (before twilight), Saturday morning (usually at 9:00), and during feasts, Hebrew

Highlights of the year

CONCERT: One Day Jazz Festival Autumn; Starts: Nov 10, 19:00
CONCERT: Alle Farben; Starts: Nov 10, 20:00
CONCERT: Hurts; Starts: Nov 18, 20:00
FIGURE SKATING: Evgeni Plushenko – Kings on Ice; Starts: Nov 19, 18:00
CONCERT: Andrea Bocelli; Starts: Nov 19, 19:30
CONCERT: Maceo Parker; Starts: Nov 20, 20:00
CONCERT: Helloween; Starts: Nov 26, 19:00
CONCERT: Piaf! The Show; Starts: Dec 5, 19:00
CONCERT: Kraak & Smaak; Starts: Dec 10, 19:00
BALLET: The Nutcracker, Starts: Dec 16, 15:00, 19:00
CONCERT: Piotr Rubik; Starts: Jan 13, 19:00

CONCERT: One Day Jazz Festival Autumn – Another One Day Jazz Festival comes to the city after its successful summer airing. Stars of the world as well as the Slovak jazz scene perform fantastic music shows and together with visitors they will create a unique festival energy. Visitors may look forward to hearing Ronald Bruner Jr., Donny McCaslin, Somi and many others. Starts: Nov 10, 19:00, Istropolis, Trnavské mýto 1. Admission: €20 - €40. More info: www.ticketportal.sk
CONCERT: Alle Farben – German DJ Frans Zimmer is coming to Bratislava. His pseudonym Alle Farben (all colours) tallies with his music. His songs like Little Hollywood, Bad Ideas or Please Tell Rosie, top the music charts not only in Slovakia but abroad, too. His music is specific because of its variety, colourfulness, freedom and the thin border between euphoria and melancholy. Starts: Nov 10, 20:00, Majestic Music Club, Karpatská 2. Admission: €12.9 – €25.9. More info: predpredaj.zoznam.sk
CONCERT: Hurts – Seven year have passed since the release of th Wonderful Life single and the album Happiness that ensured the big success of the band on the international scene. This autumn, they have released a new song, Beautiful Ones, from their new album Desire, which has immediately gained positive reviews from critics. Starts: Nov 18, 20:00, Majestic Music Club, Karpatská 2. Admission: €49 - €69. More info: predpredaj.zoznam.sk
FIGURE SKATING: Evgeni Plushenko – Kings on Ice - Russian figure skater and Olympic winner Evgeni Plushenko returns with his show also featuring skaters such as Adelina Sotnikova, Tomáš Verner, Elena Jovanovich, Nodari Maisuradze, Misha Ge, Ivan Righini, Elladj Baldé. Starts: Nov 19, 18:00, Zimný štadión V. Dzurillu, Ružinovská 4. Admission: €29 - €39. More info: evgeni-plushenko.com
CONCERT: Andrea Bocelli – One of the greatest artists of Opera, Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, has recorded 15 studio albums and three Greatest hits albums over his more than 25-year-long career. The holder of the Golden Globe in the category of song for The Prayer in the animated film The Magic Sword, who last year released his most recent album named Cinema, comes to Bratislava. Starts: Nov 19, 19:30; Winter Arena of Ondrej Nepela, Odbojárov 9. Admission: from €99. More info: www.ticketportal.sk.
CONCERT: Maceo Parker – He is often called an icon of jazz saxophone, the un-crowned king of funk and black music. He started in the 60’s in the band of James Brown. During his career, he has recorded 15 solo albums and collaborated on more than 80 songs of world greats, such as George Clinton, Ray Charles, Bryan Ferry, the Dave Matthews Band, Keith Richards, Candy Dulfer and Prince. Starts: Nov 20, 20:00; Ateliér Babylon, Admission: €25. More info: www.ticketportal.sk
CONCERT: Helloween – The music group with old members Michael Kiske and Kai Hansen have prepared a three hour long show for the 30th anniversary of the most significant albums in melodic heavy metal. Performing: Michael Kiske – singing, Michael Weikath – guitar, backing singing, Kai Hansen – guitar, backing singing, Markus Grosskopf – bass guitar, backing singing, Andi Deris – singing, Sascha Gerstner – guitar, backing singing, Dani Löble – drums. Starts: Nov 26, 19:00. Admission: €33-€38. More info: ticketportal.sk
CONCERT: Piaf! The show – The most popular chanson songs of Piaf poetically expressing her attitude, feelings and thoughts will sound within the show. The main character of the majestic show is the talented Anne Carrere. Starts: Dec 5, 19:00, AEGON aréna, Príkopova 6. Admission: €19-€79. More info: predpredaj.zoznam.sk
CONCERT: Kraak & Smaak – Dutch producer trio returns to Slovakia for seventh time. Kraak & Smaak connects the club sound of audio recording with live band and vocals. Their album Plastic People was so successful that they immediately jumped to the stages of the Coachella, Glastonbury and Sziget festivals. Today, the band has five albums, including many remixes of records by Moby, Aretha Franklin, the Chromatics and Royksopp. Starts: Dec 10, 19:00, Majestic Music Club, Karpatská 2. Admission: €15 - €25. More info: ticketportal.sk
BALLET: The Nutcracker – Cirque De Monte Carlo and Edvin Marton present Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet in a new form – an acrobatic ballet performance. Starts: Dec 16, 15:00, 19:00, Ageon Arena, (National Tennis Centre), Príkopova 6. Admission: €29.9-€49.9. More info: www.ticketportal.sk.
CONCERT: Piotr Rubik – A Polish composer of symphonic popular music for orchestra, film and theatre. Piotr Rubik and author Zbigniew Książek in songs that they call psalms, ask about the meaning of faith that may lead to terrorist attacks and hope for life after death which is the greatest good and the only rescue from mad world. Starts: Jan 13, 19:00, Zimný štadión Ondreja Nepelu, Bratislava. Admission: €19. More info: www.ticketportal.sk

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