26. April 2024 at 10:00

Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners

Tips for events between April 26 and May 1.

Runners under the Devín Castle in Bratislava. Runners under the Devín Castle in Bratislava. (source: Visit Bratislava)
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FESTIVAL: Sharpe, April 25-27, Nová Cvernovka

CONCERT: Expedition 69, April 26, Aldea club

PARTY: Blasphemy, April 26, WAX2 club

MOVIE: Challengers, April 26, 28 and 30, Kino Film Europe

SPORT: Slovakia vs Czech Republic, April 27, TIPOS Arena

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SPORT: Run Through the Forests of Devín, April 27, Devín Castle

FAMILY: Earth Day in Podunajské Biskupice, April 28, public space near the statue of UFO

FOLK ARTS: Play the music, April 28, Camel Club

EXHIBITION: Pomimo X Analogue, till April 31, Gallery Artotéka

FESTIVAL: May Day Afternoon, May 1, Lamač

Art museums in Bratislava: current exhibitions

Highlights of the year

How and where foreigners can socialise in Bratislava (a page offering basic info regarding life in Bratislava, including religious services for non-Slovak speakers, where to learn Slovak, or places to sing karaoke or play sports)

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Sharpe

(source: Citylife)

Sharpe is not only a musical and social experience, but also an educational platform, supporting international cooperation and the circulation of Slovak independent music. The 6th year of this music festival will bring a varied musical and educational experience, including artists and speakers from different parts of the world.

Tickets: €17 - €69 (you can get them here)

When and where: April 25-27, Nová Cvernovka (Račianska 78, Bratislava)

More info:website

Expedition 69

(source: Ticketportal)

DJs Arthur M, Netzach, Sinan, Mteasy and Nick Viola will take you on a journey across the galaxy, to provide an unforgettable cosmic night full of House and Techno.

Tickets: €8 (you can buy them here)

When and where: April 26, 22:00, Aldea Club (Františkánske námestie 3, Bratislava)

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More info: website

Blasphemy

(source: Facebook)

Viktor Keller, known as Future.666 , is a Berlin-based DJ who brings a futuristic, groovy and sexy techno sound, that anyone and everyone can relate to. Inspired by fashion, visual art media and parties involving the queer community, he is constantly on the lookout for new grooves and mixes, where old and contemporary generations come together.

Tickets: €10 (directly in the club)

When and where: April 26, 22:00, WAX2 club (Štúrova 3, Bratislava)

More info:Facebook

Film: Challengers

(source: Kino Film Europe)

This movie tells the story of Tashi, a former tennis prodigy turned coach, who is married to a champion on a losing streak. Her strategy for her husband's redemption takes a surprising turn when he must face off against his former best friend and Tashi's former boyfriend.

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Tickets: €6 (you can buy them here)

When and where: April 26 and 28 at 19:00, April 30 at 19:15, Kino Film Europe (Štefánikova 25, Bratislava)

More info:website

Slovakia vs Czech Republic

(source: Ticketportal)

This match will be the part of preparation for the world championship for the Slovak national men's hockey team.

Tickets: €19 - €299 (you can buy them here)

When and where: April 27, 14:00, TIPOS Arena (Odbojárov 9, Bratislava)

More info:website

Run Through the Forests of Devín

(source: bkis)

Run Through the Forests is a series of 7 races in nature. The race offers a shorter route of about 10 kilometres and also a longer version, about 20 kilometres long, or a charity fun-run, which is about 5 kilometres long. There will also be Children's Dr. Max races and team competitions.

Tickets: free

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When and where: April 27, 9:00, Devín Castle

More info:website

Earth Day in Podunajské Biskupice

(source: bkis)

Adults and children together will be able to enjoy the Planetarium, eco-theatre and participation in environmentally themed games. This event was moved from the original date of April 20 due to unfavourable weather.

Tickets: free

When and where: April 28, 14:00, public space near the statue of UFO
(Bieloruská St., Podunajské Biskupice, Bratislava)

More info: website

Play the Music

(source: bkis)

In a colourful bouquet of songs and dances from different regions of Slovakia, the members of the folk group Dolina will bring us the melody of folk songs, the joy of dancing, and the beauty and diversity of folk clothing.

Tickets: €5 - €8

When and where: April 28, 17:00, Kamel Club (Karlova Ves Cultural Centre, Molecova 2, Bratislava)

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Pomimo X Analogue

(source: bkis)

This exhibition includes comics from the latest, 10th issue of the Pomimo anthology with the subtitle Analóg, screen prints by Slovak illustrators, as well as hand-made works by authors published in the anthology.

Tickets: free

When and where: till April 31, Gallery Artotéka (Kapucínska 1, Bratislava)

More info: website

May Day Afternoon

(source: bkis)

During the May Day Afternoon you can join in with traditional decorating of the May wreath, enjoy the folk music of Kuštárovci and taste various local neighbourhood dishes.

Tickets: free

When and where: May 1, 11:00, Lamač (Malokarpatské námestie 9, Bratislava)

More info: website


Current displays at top art museums in the city

(source: https://danubiana.sk/)

Danubiana

Slovak National Gallery

Nedbalka

Bratislava City Gallery

Highlights of 2024

CONCERT: Thirty Seconds To Mars in Bratislava - May 10

FESTIVAL: STARMUS VII - May 12-17

CONCERT: Rod Stewart - May 22

CONCERT: STING - June 1

FESTIVAL: HIP HOP ŽIJE 2024 - June 28

FOLK MUSIC FESTIVAL: Východná - July 4-7

FESTIVAL: Pohoda Festival 2024 - July 11-13

CONCERT: AC/DC - July 21

CONCERT: Zucchero - July 28

FESTIVAL: Love Stream - August 16-18

FESTIVAL: Uprising - August 30-31

CONCERT: DJ Bobo - October 5

CONCERT: World of Hans Zimmer in Bratislava - November 6

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