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Top summer festivals in Alpine Slovenia

Check out the varied festival vibe in towns in the middle of wonderful Alpine nature.

From Lent Festival to the Valley of Festivals

If you wander around Alpine Slovenia in the summer, you certainly won’t be bored. Discover the varied selection of festivals taking place in Maribor, the town which hosts the largest Slovenian ethno festival, the Lent Festival. The confluence of the Tolminka and Soča rivers is transformed into a concert, sports and creative venue in the summer, where lovers of different music styles can enjoy themselves. Music festivals for all tastes can also be found elsewhere, but don’t overlook the festivals which provide an insight into the cultural traditions of individual places. There, you can enjoy a vibrant festival atmosphere, delicious food and exquisite music. Summer just how we like it – how about you?

Festive Maribor

Maribor is certainly a town of festivals, with something going on just about every day of the year. This is the home of the oldest grapevine in the world, and the autumn festival dedicated to this queen among vines is one of the most recognised brands of Slovenia’s second largest town. But summer is also the time of lively festivals. What’s not to be missed in summer Maribor?

Lent Festival

The Lent Festival has long been synonymous with high spirits, relaxed atmosphere, playfulness, creativity, and a wide range of cultural events that serves as the opening to summer events in Maribor every year. Traditionally, days and nights in Lent and in other locations in Slovenia’s second largest city are filled with a mixture of art, culture, gastronomy, and typical Štajerska hospitality. Photo: Marko Pigac

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Festival-filled valley of the Soča River

Experience summer festival excitement along the emerald mountain loveliness of the Soča. The Soča valley is perfect for outdoor experiences, and the scenic environment at the confluence of the Soča and Tolminka serves as a unique summer stage in nature where numerous sports and music festivals are held.

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Outdoor night concert in a historic town square. A large seated crowd watches a brightly lit band performing on stage.
Photo: Primož Pičulin 

Merry Summer in Kranj

Summer evenings in Kranj are enlivened by concerts featuring renowned Slovenian and international musicians. The main venues are the Summer Theatre and the Khislstein Castle Garden, where you can enjoy a variety of musical genres, stand-up comedy, and theatre performances, as well as culinary events such as the Kranjska Long Table.

Don’t miss the exciting events in Kranj

A lively Renaissance dance performance features three dancers in period costumes; a man joyfully leaps while holding a rose, a woman twirls, and another man jumps energetically. A small orchestra plays in the background.
Photo: Jana Jocif

Radovljica Festival

In this picturesque medieval town, a festival of old music has been held since 1983. For years, it has been including in its programme rarely performed music of the 19th and 20th centuries, often on historical instruments that are less known today. In musical circles, the festival has the reputation of a boutique festival, and it provides the audience with a very wide range of musical heritage.

Listen to early music in an authentic setting

A serene mountain valley with lush green slopes, snow-capped peaks, and a winding road leading to scattered cottages and a small chapel.

Days of Solčava

The Days of Solčava give a unique insight into the traditions and life of the people in one of the most scenic corners of Slovenia, at the foot of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps. Hospitable locals prepare various exhibitions about the sights of Solčavsko, guided cycling and hiking tours, visits to natural sites, concerts, fun games and a village marketplace. Something for all generations and all tastes.

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Summer festival events in Bohinj

Bohinj is considered one of the most sustainable destinations in Slovenia, and this is reflected in its rich tradition. The locals will show you a piece of this tradition with traditional ethno events that go on until late summer.

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Catch the rainbow of cultural events

An abundance of cultural events awaits you in Slovenia every day of the year. Admire the masterpieces of nature and the works of human hands and feel the lively vibe of festival events.



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