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
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
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Sharpe
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
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)
More info: website
Blasphemy
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
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.
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
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
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
When and where: April 27, 9:00, Devín Castle
More info:website
Earth Day in Podunajské Biskupice
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
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)
More info:website
Pomimo X Analogue
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
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
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