Spectacular Slovakia: Culture and travel tips, page 6
Inspiration for outings, interesting weekend reads in a weekly overview of news about culture and travel in Slovakia. Compiled by Matúš Beňo, published every Friday. Sign up for Spectacular Slovakia newsletter.
Have you got any tips? You can reach Matúš at matus.beno@spectator.sk.
Weekend: Time travel to Czechoslovak (and more) roads with veterans
An insight into queer lives, live music, cold caves and vehicles that will take you back. Enjoy tips for the upcoming weekend of June 30 - July 2.
Weekend: Ukrainian, Israeli and Slovak folklore side by side
For the weekend of June 23 - June 25, you'll be able to experience international poetry, folklore, yoga lessons and more. Enjoy the sunny days!
Weekend: Trip to the oldest opal mines in the world
Climbing in a rope parks, breathing in history near Košice and being immersed in the memory of an artist's life. Here are tips for June 16-18.
Weekend: A trip to the sea...in art
Bodies of water in art, summer markets and foreign movie nights. Here's what to do for the weekend of June 9 -11.
Weekend: Read on! Bratislava book festival is here
Architecture days, Košice meet Bratislava, horse riding and more for the weekend of June 2 - 4.
Weekend: Meet Alfons Mucha up close
Famous artist's artwork in Slovakia, fun biking and beloved classics in the philharmonic. Here's what to do during the weekend of May 26-28.
Weekend: Explore art in the middle of the Orava sea
The weekend holds promise for many activities, from art on an island to space to theatre and artisan markets. Here's what to do on weekend from May 19 to May 21.
Weekend: Prepare for Night of Museums and Galleries
Prepare for a weekend packed with museums, galleries and all the events connected to them. Get ready with us for May 12-14.
Weekend: After Bratislava’s City Days, it’s time for Košice
Weekend filled with activities in Košice, water fun, trips to Nitra and more for May 5 - 7.
Weekend: Celebrating Labour Day the fun way
Castles and their legends, puppets, Labour Day celebrations and book swaps. Tips for the weekend of April 28 - 30.
Weekend: Enjoy Bratislava City Days to the fullest
Historical tram rides, Bratislava’s architecture, hunt for old books and more.
Weekend: Unknown treasure in Banská Bystrica Region
A short overview of nice places, ideas and events before you kick off the weekend.
Weekend: Filipina YouTuber describes Slovak Easter
Classical music, traditions and insight into a painter's memory.
Weekend: Mingling with felines in Bratislava's cat cafes
Take a trip to mountain tarns, old-timey cinematography and cats.
Weekend: Dust off your bike and cycle along the Morava
Bike rides, creating your own art, the history of Book Month and more.
Weekend: Say hello to cute Muránska Planina groundhogs
Design without borders heads to Bratislava, enjoy concerts and a podcast about mental health in Slovakia.
Weekend: The Killers, Jessie Ware, and Jason Derulo appear on Lovestream's 2023 line-up
Set out on a trip to Liptov and explore its nature, or head to one of the exhibitions listed in our roundup.
Weekend: National gallery reopens for public again
Catch up on the latest culture and travel news from The Slovak Spectator.
Weekend: Spend a night in the middle of the forest in a plane
Slovaks in Hollywood, remembering the creator of Sacher cake and a hidden map.
Weekend: Masks on! It's time for Bratislava Carnival parade
Have a look at fun exhibitions, dance in a Fašiangy parade and ponder the idea of night skiing.
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