Music
Trio Cobario concert
May 27, at 17:30 in Letná čitáreň U červeného raka (Michalská 26).
The Vienna-based instrumental trio Cobario joins forces with a baroque master. Led by acclaimed violinist Herwig Schaffner, the internationally recognised ensemble offers a fresh take on Vivaldi’s most celebrated work, blending the composer’s revolutionary concertos with the warm resonance of two guitars.
Festival
DAAD: Architecture and Design Days
May 27 - June 1, Faculty of Architecture and Design of the Slovak University of Technology (Námestie slobody 19), gallery spaces of the Primate's Palace (Primaciálne námestie 1).
DAAD is an annual festival celebrating architecture, design, and art — their creative richness, social impact, and power to inspire change. The goal of the festival is to strengthen the positive perception of architecture and design in Slovakia. Through presentations, lectures, exhibitions, seminars, workshops, and discussions, it addresses key issues related to the fields of architecture and design.
The main programme takes place at Juraj Hronec Dormitory – “Bernolák” (social hall), at the Faculty of Architecture and Design STU, and in the Primate’s Palace.
Nature
A trail in the woods. (source: SME)
Hike to Veľká Baňa
Take a peaceful walk through Bratislava’s forest park (lesopark) for a refreshing outdoor experience. Start your journey by taking bus 43 from Patrónka to the Lesopark stop. From there, follow the forest paths until you reach Veľká Baňa — a lesser-known, unmarked hill rising 444 metres above sea level, located above the Rača district.
After enjoying the views, continue downhill toward the Detvianska tram stop. The entire route covers about 10 kilometres and takes approximately four hours to complete.
If you have tips for free events in Bratislava or would like to share your hiking or cycling trip ideas with readers, let me know at kseniia.husieva@spectator.sk.
