Culture
Kuchajda lake in Bratislava's Nové Mesto borough (source: Facebook - Nové Mesto )
Nové Mesto kicks off its cultural summer
June 29, 10:00–22:00, Kuchajda recreational area
Step into a world of wonder at this all-day outdoor event made for families and little adventurers alike. Expect storybook characters, spellbinding magic shows, balloon animals, bubbly foam fun, live music, dance performances, face painting and plenty of surprises.
Wander through a vibrant funfair, tuck into treats at the food zone, and enjoy a whirl on the carousel – it’s a day out designed to delight all ages.
Music
Slovak National Theatre in Bratislava (source: SME - Marko Erd)
An open-air gala to close the Slovak theatre season
June 29, 19:00-20:00, the square in front of the new SND building
The Slovak National Theatre (SND) will bring its season to a close with a special open-air gala, showcasing highlights from its opera and ballet ensembles.
The evening will feature soloists from the SND Opera and Ballet, accompanied by the SND Opera Orchestra under the baton of Adam Sedlický.
Among the performers are Jolana Fogašová, Eva Hornyáková, Mariana Sajko, Monika Fabiánová, Tomáš Juhás and Daniel Čapkovič, joined by ballet soloists Caterina Marchetti, Rio Nakata, Valeria Kuts, Juliana Ondrášiková and Wisse Scheele.
Film
Summer cinema returns to Central’s rooftop
from July 3, at 19:00, the rooftop terrace of Bratislava’s Central shopping centre
Starting 3 July, the rooftop terrace of Bratislava’s Central shopping centre transforms into an open-air cinema every Thursday evening.
Audiences are invited to cast their vote on social media each week to help decide which of two films will be screened. This summer’s programme blends light-hearted favourites with a relaxed urban setting.
Next week’s contenders: What Men Want (Po čom muži túžia, 2018) or Jogging For Love (Ženy v behu, 2019). Come for the film, stay for the summer mood.
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.
