Foreigners: Top 10 events in Bratislava

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

(Source: SITA/B.Bibel)

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Top 10

EVENT: World Championship in Ice Hockey; Starts: May 10-26
PARTY: Open-Air Májovica; Starts: May 10, 21:00
CONCERT: Film Music; Starts: May 11, 19:00
EVENT: Pomalo, Festival of Sustainability; Starts: May 12, 9:00
EVENT: Homemade brunch in Zeitlos; Starts: May 12, 10:30
EVENT: Sunday brunch in Riverbank; Starts: May 12, 12:00
CONCERT: Little Big; Starts: May 13, 20:00
CONCERT: Morcheeba; Starts: May 14, 20:00
FILM: Backstage Wiener Staatsoper; Starts: May 16, 18:00
EVENT: Live Wines; Starts: May 19, 14:00

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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's advisable to obtain tickets early)

TOP 10

World Championship in Ice Hockey

Ondrej Nepela Arena, Odbojárov, Nové Mesto, May 10-26

Slovakia is once again hosting the World Championship in Ice-Hockey and it would be a shame to stay in Bratislava and not experience the atmosphere which only hockey can create. More info: https://www.iihf.com/en/events/2019/wm.

Open air Májovica

Tanker Boat, Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, Old Town, Friday, May 10, 21:00

We are inviting all students and other people to enjoy a great open-air party right under the castle on the Tanker Boat for the first open-air May party in Bratislava. Admission: €4. More info: www.facebook.com.

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Film music concert

Slovenský rozhlas, Mýtna, Bratislava, Saturday, May 11, 19:00

After a successful concert in DK Zrkadlový Háj, the Prague Film Orchestra returns to Bratislava, playing at the ​Slovak Radio on May 11 at 7 pm. The concert will be one of the highlights of this year's 15th season and will offer the most exciting film music. Admission: €25-€30. More info: https://bit.ly/2UJyya8.

SWAP at Pomalo festival

Stará tržnica, Námestie SNP, Old Town, Sunday, May 12, 9:00

Recover your wardrobe ecologically without wasting clothes at the SWAP. The principle is simple. You will give up your fashion pieces that can still please others and take away ones that please you. In this way, we will contribute to recycling in a very friendly and fun way. In addition, you can get interesting pieces and refresh your wardrobe with original models from interesting people through SWAP. Admission: €2-€3. More info: www.facebook.com.

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Homemade brunch in Zeitlos

Zeitlos, Zámocké schody, Bratislava, Sunday, May 12, 10:30

Familiar atmosphere, bread, spreads, cakes, strudel, quiche and various goodies from old recipes. It will all be ready on May 12 at Zeitlos Restaurant from 10:30 AM. Since it is Mother’s Day,​ we have a special offer for you! Take your mom or grandma to brunch and she gets a 50 percent discount. Admission: €8-€16. More info: https://bit.ly/2VcrPuj.

Sunday brunch in Riverbank

RIVERBANK Restaurant, Dvořákovo nábrežie, Bratislava, Sunday, May 12, 12:00

Enjoy Sunday with your family at Riverbank Restaurant. Savor the rich selection of hot and cold delicacies from our chef Jaroslav Žídek. As a welcome drink we have prepared a glass of Hubert Grand sparkling brut and apple juice for kids. Sunday brunch with a unique view of the Danube River will be accompanied by the relaxing tones of piano and a caretaker for your children. Admission: €40, children with 50 percent discount. More info: www.facebook.com.

Little Big

Majestic Music Club, Karpatská, Bratislava, Monday, May 13, 20:00

SKIBIDI mania breaks out live in Slovakia! the crazy Russian group Little Big, which broke the internet with Skibidi, will play on May 13th at the Majestic Music Club in Bratislava. The Slovak premiere won’t be without other hits like Lolly Bomb or Give me your Money! Admission: €29.60. More info: bit.ly/2MPdr3S.

Morcheeba

Majestic Music Club, Karpatská 3089/2, Tuesday, May 14, 20:00

In a set with founding members, Skye Edwards and Ross Godfrey, together with the live band, Morcheeba will celebrate 20 years since the release of the breakthrough album Big Calm. Morcheeba performs a complete career crossover, not missing biggest hits like The Sea, Trigger Hippie, Blindfold or Rome Was Not Built in a Day. Admission: €29.6. More info: listocheck.sk/en/detail/morcheeba.

Backstage Wiener Staatsoper

Rakúske kultúrne fórum, Hodžovo námestie, Bratislava, Thursday, May 16, 18:00

The film by Stephanus Domanig BACKSTAGE WIENER STAATSOPER, according to its name, looks into the backstage of this cultural scene and outlines a multifaceted but largely invisible world of work that allows world-famous singers, conductors and musicians to thrill their audience. It focuses on those employees who oversee, run, and operate this vast and comprehensive institution. And there is a lot of such employees. They provide insight into their work and allow viewers to see what is needed to make productions run smoothly and successfully. Not only does the opera have an excellent reputation, the shows are remarkably and consistently sold out.

The movie will be shown with the participation of director Stephanus Domanig. German language movie with English subtitles. Free entrance! More info: www.rakuskekulturneforum.sk.

Live wines 2019

Stará tržnica, Námestie SNP, Bratislava-Staré Mesto, Sunday, May 19, 14:00

Our festival is focused on​ natural, authentic and artisan wines from Slovakia and the Czech Republic. Winemakers will present many different regions, approaches and styles. Our festival is a good chance to meet inspiring people, taste beautiful wines and have an edifying experience. Get all in one on the 19th of May in Bratislava. Admission: €26-€35. More info: https://bit.ly/2DDZ5A9.

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Training:

TRAINING: Pilates in English; Starts: Every Monday evening, 20:30
TRAINING: Yoga in English on Thursdays; Starts: Every Thursday, 18:30
TRAINING: Yoga in English at Indian Embassy; Starts: Monday to Friday, 11:00, 16:00, 18:00
TRAINING: Pilates in English– The class is in English, suitable for men and women, beginners and advanced, Slovaks and foreigners. The venue is equipped with Pilates requisites, a shower and a kitchen. (you do not need to bring a mat). Andrea’s classes are a mix of Pilates exercises for a strong core and and flexible body, as well as yoga exercises for stretching stiff muscles caused by a sedentary lifestyle. Her classes end with the all-important relaxation of body and mind. She also uses highly qualitative essential oils (doTerra) during the class. Refreshments, tea, fruit are included in the price. Starts: Every Monday evening, 20:30; Open Mind centrum, Mickiewiczova 2. Admission: €8 (one-time charge). More info: www.internationals.sk.
TRAINING: Yoga in English on Thursdays - You need to make reservation via yoga@internationals.sk. This is a beginners & intermediate class and you do not need any pre-knowledge. We will practice Dynamic Flow yoga. Take a look at one of our sessions: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalsBratislava/videos/1604953649521444/ Tea, water, fruit, showers are available to use for free. In these classes we will perform exercises that make us stronger, more flexible, obtain balance and have fun while doing it. Starts: Thursday 18:30; Open Mind Centrum, Mickiewiczova 2. Admission: €8 (one-time charge) or €59 for a 10 session ticket you can use within 12 weeks. More info: www.internationals.sk.
TRAINING: Yoga in English at Indian Embassy - The Embassy of India in Bratislava is happy to announce the commencement of Yoga classes. The classes will be conducted by Ms. Jaiwanti, Yoga Teacher. The classes will cover Asanas, Pranayama, Meditation and Relaxation techniques. People interested in joining the Yoga Classes are requested to fill in the attached Registration Form. The Registration Form may then be sent to email: eindia.iccr@mail.telekom.sk. For any clarification/further information, you may contact Ms. Jaiwanti at Tel: +421-2-5296 2916/7/8 or email: eindia.iccr@mail.telekom.sk. Admission is free. Starts: Monday to Friday, 11:00, 16:00, 18:00, Dunajska 4, Bratislava. More info: www.indianembassy.sk

Temporary exhibitions

DANUBIANA
Oto Bachorík: Monuments; Open: 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M until May 19. Closed on Mondays.
EL LISSITZKY & ER SIKORA; Open: 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. until June 30. Closed on Mondays.
Adela Režná: Illustrations; Open: 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M until June 30. Closed on Mondays.
Jozef Gľaba: Illustrations; Open: 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M until June 30. Closed on Mondays.
SLOVAK NATIONAL GALLERY
From the Academy to Nature. Forms of Landscape Painting in Central Europe 1860–1890

TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS IN DANUBIANA:
Oto Bachorík: Monuments - Oto Bachorík is one of the most famous artists of the middle generation. A sculptor with a unique sense for matter, he can bring stone, metal and wood to life and approach each of these materials with respect as well as the determination of a conqueror. In his monuments, as well as in his chamber sculptures, he combines various structures, alternating shiny smooth surfaces with rough and grainy ones, and large robust forms with fine elaborated details. He subdues light and masters time, space and matter. From the very beginning, his sculptures have resonated a tantalizing contrast of the expressive and the lyrical, the real and the abstract. Attempts to define his artistic language frequently lead to limitations in signs deprived of details and even archetypes. Open: 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M until April 22. Closed on Mondays, Bratislava-Čunovo, Vodné dielo. More info: www.danubiana.sk.
EL LISSITZKY & ER SIKORA - The main intent of the double-exhibition metaphorically entitled El Lissitzky & eR Sikora is to retrieve and update the thoughts, ethos and artistic legacy of the Russian revolutionary avant-garde. The Van Abbemuseum in Eindhoven, Netherlands, owner of an unprecedented collection of works of El Lissitzky, and the Danubiana Meulensteen Art Museum in Bratislava-Čunovo have collaborated on an ambitious and unique project which combines – over time and space – two figures, two oeuvres, two visual and ideological worlds: the world famous master of the 20th century avant-garde, Constructivism and Suprematism, Lazar/El Lissitzky (1890 – 1941) and conceptualist Rudolf Sikora (1946), one of the major representatives of Slovak and Central European avant-garde. Open: 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. until June 30. Closed on Mondays, Bratislava-Čunovo, Vodné dielo. More info: www.danubiana.sk.
Adela Režná: Illustrations - Adela Režná is a recent graduate of the Studio of Illustration at the Academy of Fine Arts and Design under prof. Dušan Kállay. She focuses on illustrations for children and has created the following books: Marínka Somarinka (Marina, the Silly Little Girl, 2014), Things Not Seen by the Naked Eye (2016), Denník Majky z Majáka (Maya’s Lighthouse Diary, 2017), Stratený zajko v Paríži (Lost Bunny in Paris, 2017) and Na výlete (On a Trip, 2018). Cukrové topánky (Sugar Shoes), her artistic debut, was published in 2018. We can also find her work in other interesting projects such as Inakosti slovenské (bedeker pre cudzincov; Slovak Otherness, A Baedeker for Foreigners), Bratislava v sto slovách (Bratislava in a Hundred Words), An Athlete’s Training Diary (magazine on sports), and Omaľovánka 2.0. (Coloring Book 2.0). Open: 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. until June 30. Closed on Mondays, Bratislava-Čunovo, Vodné dielo. More info: www.danubiana.sk
Jozef Gľaba: Illustrations – Jozef Gľaba works with digital illustration and freestyle printmaking. His focal techniques in freestyle printmaking are screen printing, rotogravure printing and linocut. He also creates illustrations for children and adults, as well as for products. You can see his work in the network of Kraj grocery stores, Slniečko magazine for children and the illustrated edition of the Denník N newspaper, which was published in cooperation with illustrators from AFAD in 2019. His works feature a sense of humor, play on words and a feeling for detail and composition. Open: 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. until June 30. Closed on Mondays, Bratislava-Čunovo, Vodné dielo. More info: www.danubiana.sk.
TEMPORARY EXHIBITION IN SLOVAK NATIONAL GALLERY
From the Academy to Nature. Forms of Landscape Painting in Central Europe 1860–1890 - This exhibition, organized jointly by the Slovak National Gallery and the Gallery of West Bohemia in Pilsen, is among the first efforts concentrating on the work by art personalities who moved between the Danube Monarchy and the visual art centres of that time, responding to the attraction of the plein-air landscape. Open: Monday: closed, Tuesday – Wednesday: 10.00 – 18.00, Thursday: 12.00 – 20.00, Friday – Sunday: 10.00 – 18.00, Esterházy’s Palace. More info: www.sng.sk.

Religious Services for non-Slovak speakers

SERVICE: Apostolic Church; Starts: Sundays, 9:30, Bratislava City Church, Trnavské mýto 1, English
SERVICE: Bratislava International Church, Starts: Sundays 10:00 English, Malý kostol, Panenská Street (entrance from Lýcejná Street)
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 9:00 Hungarian, 10:00 English, 11:30 German, Malý kostol, 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: Tom Jones; Starts: Jun 20, 20:00
CONCERT: LP; Starts: Jun 27, 19:00
CONCERT: Sting; Starts: Jun 30, 20:00
CONCERT: Alice Cooper; Starts: Sep 15, 20:00
CONCERT: Eros Ramazzotti; Starts: Oct 5, 2019
CONCERT: Scorpions; Starts: Nov 20, 20:00

CONCERT: Tom Jones - Sir Tom Jones returns to Slovakia after four years! As part of his performance in Bratislava's NTC Arena on June 20, 2019, the legendary singer will offer the audience a selection of over 50 years of work. He will also present his biggest hits, such as Delilah, She’s a Lady, It’s not unusual, Sexbomb and Thunderball Bond. Starts: Jun 20, 20:00, AXA Arena NTC Bratislava. Admission: €49-€69. More info: www.ticketportal.sk.
CONCERT: LP – American singer LP will have her first performance in Bratislava and present her new album Heart to Mouth that was released in December 2018. LP has fans all over the world thanks to her unmistakable voice and hit Lost On You, but also thanks to impressive concerts and communication with fans. Starts: Jun 27, 19:00, AXA Arena NTC Bratislava. Admission: €45-€69. More info: www.ticketportal.sk.
CONCERT: Sting - Sting: My Songs will be a rollicking, dynamic show focusing on the most beloved songs written by Sting and spanning the 16-time Grammy Award winner’s prolific career with The Police and as a solo artist. Fans can expect to hear “Englishman In New York,” “Fields Of Gold,” “Shape Of My Heart,” “Every Breath You Take,” “Roxanne,” “Message In A Bottle” and many more, with Sting accompanied by an electric rock ensemble. Starts: Jun 30, 20:00, Ondrej Nepela’s Winter Arena, Odbojárov 9, Bratislava. Admission: €64. More info: https://www.ticketportal.sk/event/STING-MY-SONGS?idp=600708.
CONCERT: Alice Cooper - The biggest horror show in rock music comes to Slovakia! Legendary Alice Cooper will perform next year with an exclusive concert. King of the horror shows and the shock-rock godfather will come out with a new show Ol Black Eyes is Back, Tour 2019. Starts: Sep 15, 20:00, Incheba Expo Arena, Viedenská cesta, Bratislava. Admission: €45-€666. More info: https://listocheck.sk/en/detail/alice-cooper
CONCERT: Eros Ramazzotti – Italian pop-rock star Eros Ramazzotti has announced his world tour and also a new studio album. Slovaks can look forward to well-known songs such as Fuoco nel fuoco and Piu bella cosa, L’Aurora, Un‘ altra te, Dove c‘ é musica, Se bastasse una canzone. Starts: Oct 5, 2019, Ondrej Nepela’s Winter Stadium. Admission: €39-€79. More info: www.ticketportal.sk.
CONCERT: Scorpions – German rock band Scorpions returns to Slovakia after three years. They will play a selection of songs from their 50-year music career in their Crazy World Tour 2019. Visitors to the concert may look forward to hard rock but also famous rock ballads, songs like Rock You Like a Hurricane, Still Loving You, Send me an Angel and Wind of Change. Starts: Nov 20, 20:00, Ondrej Nepela’s Winter Stadium. Admission: €49-€69. More info: www.ticketportal.sk.

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