Historical battle reenactment (source: visitbratislava.com)
OUTDOORS: Our City, June 6, various locations in Bratislava
CONCERT: Kantilénka and Sirénčatá, June 7, Klarisky Concert Hall
FESTIVAL: Middle Ages in the Park, June 7, Janko Kráľ Park
WORKSHOP: Gymnastics for Adults, June 9, Nová Cvernovka
CONCERT: Dežo Ursíny & Moyzes Quartet, June 10, House of Music
CONCERT: Early Music Days - The Dawn of the Clarinet Modern Age, June 11, Moyzes Hall
OPERA: Madam Butterfly, June 11, SND
MUSICAL: Culture Under the Stars – Dracula, June 11, Kuchajda Amphitheatre
PARTY: Spectrum x Danza x Contrast: Altinbas, June 13, Subdeck
MOVIE: Bird, June 13, Kino Film Europe
Art museums in Bratislava: current exhibitions
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)
Our City
Our City 2024 (source: Tamara Zinchenko)
Take part in the largest corporate volunteering event in Slovakia, bringing together companies, local authorities, and the civic sector since 2007 with a clear mission: to clean, beautify, and visibly improve the cities we live in.
Tickets: free (registration details available here)
When and where: June 6, 8:00, different places in Bratislava
More info: website
Kantilénka and Sirénčatá
Young choir singers will present a diverse selection of Slovak, Czech, and international children's choral music.
Tickets: €8 (you can buy them here)
When and where: June 7, 18:00, Klarisky Concert Hall (Farská 4, Bratislava)
More info: website
Middle Ages in the Park
A mediaeval festival (source: BKIS)
This one-day historical festival offers a full day of entertainment, including knight tournaments, performances, and a battle reconstruction. Try your hand at archery, admire traditional crafts, take part in a dance workshop, or attend fascinating history lectures.
Tickets: free
When and where: June 7, 9:00, Janko Kráľ Park, Bratislava
More info: Facebook
Gymnastics for Adults
Gymnastics for Adults workshop (source: BKIS)
Contemporary dance workshops led by Soňa Ferienčíková, an influential figure in shaping the contemporary dance scene in Slovakia and abroad.
Tickets: €7 - €9 (you can buy them here)
When and where: June 9, 18:00, Nová Cvernovka (Račianska 78, Bratislava)
More info: website
Dežo Ursíny & Moyzes Quartet
The Moyzes Quartet performs compositions by Dežo Ursíny in original arrangements. Ursíny’s music is known for its distinctive, often unconventional harmonies and non-traditional melodies.
Tickets: €18 (you can buy them here)
When and where: June 10, 19:00, House of Music (Georgievits Palace, Panenská 11, Bratislava)
More info: website
Early Music Days - The Dawn of the Clarinet Modern Age
(source: BKIS)
The programme features works by renowned German and French composers such as Schumann and Saint-Saëns, alongside lesser-known names like Magnier, Jeanjean, and Gade.
Tickets: €10 - €15 (you can buy them here)
When and where: June 11, 19:00, Moyzes Hall (Vajanského nábrežie 12, Bratislava)
More info: website
Madam Butterfly
Puccini’s most beloved opera, a pinnacle of his creative period, offers a cascade of lyrical beauty and dramatic mastery. The tragic tale of a Japanese geisha continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
Tickets: €19 - €55 (you can buy them here)
When and where: June 11, 19:00, SND (Pribinova 17, Bratislava)
More info: website
Culture Under the Stars – Dracula
Enjoy the concert version of Dracula, the most successful Czech musical, which has remained on stage for 30 years. Inspired by Bram Stoker’s novel.
Tickets: €23 - €89 (you can buy them here)
When and where: June 12, 19:00, Kuchajda Amphitheatre, Bratislava
More info: website
Spectrum x Danza x Contrast: Altinbas
The collectives Spectrum, Danza, and Contrast unite to present a set by acclaimed Belgian DJ and producer Altinbas, known for pushing the boundaries of modern techno.
Tickets: €12 (you can buy them here)
When and where: June 13, 22:00, Subdeck (Tyršovo nábrežie, Bratislava)
More info: website
Bird
Renowned director Andrea Arnold returns to the Cannes Film Festival with Bird, a magical coming-of-age tale and a standout of European independent cinema.
Tickets: €6 (you can buy them here)
When and where: June 13, 19:00, Kino Film Europe (Štefánikova 25, Bratislava)
More info: website
Current displays at top art museums in the city
Danubiana (source: Iryna Zinchenko)
Highlights of 2025
CONCERT: Matteo Bocelli - June 6
CONCERT: Macy Gray - June 14
FOOTBALL: UEFA European Under-21 Championship - June 11-28
CONCERT: Lara Fabian - June 15
CONCERT: CocoRosie - June 19
FESTIVAL: Hip Hop Žije - June 27-28
FESTIVAL: Východná - July 3-6
FESTIVAL: Pohoda - July 10-12
CONERT: Bryan Adams - July 30
FESTIVAL: UPRISING - August 29-30
FESTIVAL: Lovestream - August 15-17
