Bratislava guide · Nov 15 – Dec 15
Festivals & markets in Bratislava this month
Food festivals, wine events, craft markets, Christmas markets and city festivals in Bratislava over the next month.
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Our picks
Festivals & markets·Ages 6+·Indoor
Freedom Sounds Good
A free community event marking the anniversary of the Velvet Revolution with talks, concerts and activities for all.
Bratislava-Nové Mesto Culture Centre · Vajnorská 21, 83104 Bratislava
Film·Ages 15+·Indoor
Echoes of world festivals: Divorce in Wartime
A drama film about a couple navigating divorce as the Russian invasion of Ukraine begins, for ages 15+.
DK Zrkadlový háj · Rovniankova 3, 852 12 Bratislava
Theatre & stage·Ages 12+·Indoor
Festival of Freedom: Theatre dNO: NO LAND
A theatrical performance exploring the forced resettlement of people during the Orava dam construction.
A4 – Space of Contemporary Culture · Karpatská 2, 811 05 Bratislava
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Monday, November 16
1 event
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Tuesday, November 17
5 events
Social·Ages 6+·Outdoor
Gentle!
A commemorative gathering at Námestie Slobody marking the anniversary of the 1989 student stand against the regime.
Námestie Slobody · Bratislava, Slovakia, Bratislava
Arts & crafts·Ages 6+·Outdoor
Badges of Freedom
A free outdoor badge-making workshop celebrating freedom and free expression, part of a city festival.
Bratislava City Library · Klariská 16, Bratislava
Learning·Ages 12+·Outdoor
Havel in Freedom
A free public reading of Václav Havel's texts by actors, celebrating freedom and democracy as part of a festival.
Bratislava City Library · Klariská 16, Bratislava
Festivals & markets·Ages 12+·Outdoor
Let's celebrate 17 November together
A public commemoration of the 1989 Velvet Revolution anniversary in Bratislava featuring speeches and a concert.
Square of the Gentle Revolution · Námestie Nežnej revolúcie, 815 15 Bratislava
Film·Ages 12+·Indoor
Nemigranti :: Bulgarian Film Festival
Screening of a Bulgarian tragicomedy about friendship, love, and the courage to stay home at Kino Mladosť.
Mladosť Cinema · Hviezdoslavovo námestie 17, 811 02 Bratislava
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Wednesday, November 18
2 events
Music·Ages 6+·Indoor
Slovácko in Slovakia
A folklore evening with traditional costumes, music, song and dance from the Slovácko and Záhorie regions.
Kamel klub – Karlova Ves Culture Centre · Molecova 2, 84104 Bratislava
Film·Ages 12+·Indoor
Echoes of world festivals: DIVORCE IN WARTIME
A Latvian film screening about a couple navigating divorce amid the outbreak of war in Ukraine.
Lúky House of Culture · Vigľašská 1, 85107 Bratislava
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Thursday, November 19
1 event
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Friday, November 20
2 events
Theatre & stage·Ages 16+·Indoor
NU DANCE FEST / SOMASFÉRA / The Trees Are Still
Contemporary dance performances exploring heroism, tension and transformation as part of the Nu Dance Fest.
DK Zrkadlový háj · Rovniankova 3, 852 12 Bratislava
Music·Ages 12+·Outdoor
Modestep (UK): Danube Music Days 2026
A concert by British bass music legends Modestep as part of a European headline tour and music festival series.
Kácečko · Kamenné námestie 1/a, 811 08 Bratislava
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Saturday, November 21
7 events
Festivals & markets·Outdoor
Hoffmann's Christmas market with Perchten show
A Christmas market featuring a traditional Perchten show, suitable for all ages.
Obere Hauptstr. 13, Deutsch-Haslau, Austria · Obere Hauptstraße 13, 2473 Prellenkirchen, Bratislava
Food & drink·Ages 6+·Indoor
Farmers Market at Stará tržnica
Weekly farmers market with fresh local food, crafts, cosmetics and a book fair upstairs.
Old Market Hall · Bratislava – Staré Mesto
Outdoors·Ages 6+·Outdoor
Winter boat trip to the Schloss Hof Christmas market
A festive boat trip along the Danube from Vienna to Hainburg with breakfast on board, aimed at families and adults visiting the Christmas market.
Schloss Hof 1, 2294 Schloßhof, Austria · Schloss Hof 1, 2294 Engelhartstetten, Bratislava
Social·Ages 6+·Indoor
Swap in Dúbravka 11/2026
A clothing and household item swap event for the local community, with voluntary entry.
Dom kultúry Dúbravka · Saratovská 2/A, 841 02 Bratislava
Film·Ages 12+·Indoor
Arco | FFi 2026
Screening of a poetic sci-fi animated feature about a friendship between a girl and a time-traveling boy.
Lumière Cinema · Špitálska 4, 811 08 Bratislava
Music·Ages 12+·Indoor
NuJazzDayz 2026: BDHS + Bulp + Samurai
A modern jazz festival night featuring several bands in Bratislava.
New Market Hall · Šancová 112, Bratislava – Nové Mesto
Music·Ages 18+·Indoor
Balkan Bashavel
A club night of live Balkan and Roma music plus DJ sets for adults.
Kácečko · Kamenné námestie 1/a, 811 08 Bratislava
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Sunday, November 22
4 events
Food & drink·Indoor
Vianočný Cverna Market 2026
A Christmas market in Nová Cvernovka featuring 80 art and design vendors, free workshops, a puppet theatre, and festive food.
Nová Cvernovka · Račianska 78, 831 02 Bratislava
Social·Indoor
32nd IWCB Christmas Bazaar 2026
A charity Christmas bazaar by the International Women's Club of Bratislava featuring cultures, traditions, and flavours from around the world for families.
Hodžovo námestie 2, Bratislava, Slovakia · Hodžovo namestie 568/2, 811 06 Bratislava, Slovensko, Bratislava
Food & drink·Ages 16+·Indoor
Advent workshop & brunch
A Christmas-themed workshop making an advent wreath followed by a festive brunch for adults.
Prüger-Wallner Garden · Nekrasovova 1, Bratislava – Staré Mesto
Theatre & stage·Ages 16+·Indoor
kolektív tanC (SK) – Zone of Feeling: dance performance and short dance film series
An immersive dance performance and short film series exploring distance and touch, for adults, part of Nu Dance Fest.
Štúdio 12 · Jakubovo nám. 12, 811 09 Bratislava
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Monday, November 23
1 event
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Wednesday, November 25
3 events
Music·Ages 6+·Indoor
Silver Chain
A folklore event bringing together children, adults and seniors through traditional songs, music and dance for all ages.
Kamel klub – Karlova Ves Culture Centre · Molecova 2, 84104 Bratislava
Music·Ages 16+·Indoor
NEXT 2026: 27th Advanced Music Festival
A multi-day festival of experimental and contemporary live music by international artists.
A4 – Space of Contemporary Culture · Karpatská 2, 811 05 Bratislava
Music·Ages 16+·Indoor
NEXT 2026 Opening
An experimental electronic music opening night featuring Matmos and BAHK for adults.
Aréna Theatre – Main Hall · Viedenská cesta 10, 851 01 Bratislava
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Friday, November 27
5 events
Theatre & stage·Ages 16+·Indoor
Error Fest 2026
An international one-day theatre festival in Bratislava featuring companies made up of homeless and socially excluded performers.
Pistori Palace · Štefánikova 25, Bratislava – Staré Mesto
Animals·Ages 3+·Indoor
XXL Tarantula & Insect Expo
Interactive exhibition featuring live tarantulas and insects from around the world, suitable for families.
Dom kultúry Dúbravka · Saratovská 2/A, 841 02 Bratislava
Festivals & markets·Outdoor
Stromček, rozsvieť sa
The opening of the main Christmas market with a festive concert and the lighting of the Christmas tree, suitable for families.
Main Square and Franciscan Square · Hlavné námestie, 815 15 Bratislava
Music·Ages 12+
Stupavar Brewing Punk vol. 2
A celebration of freedom and independent culture with punk music and craft beer in Nová Cvernovka.
Nová Cvernovka · Račianska 78, 831 02 Bratislava
Music·Ages 6+·Indoor
Evening of Authentic Folklore - Folklore Reflection
A free folk performance evening featuring three Slovak folklore ensembles with dance, song and music.
DK Zrkadlový háj · Rovniankova 3, 852 12 Bratislava
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Saturday, November 28
4 events
Festivals & markets·Ages 6+·Indoor
BRaK: Autumn/Winter 2026 Edition
A one-day book festival featuring discussions, readings, concerts, exhibitions and independent publishers.
New Market Hall · Šancová 112, Bratislava – Nové Mesto
Family·Ages 6–14·Indoor
Saturday Art Camp - mini one-day art festival for children
A full-day monthly art event for children with creative activities around one big theme.
ARTPORT · Bratislava – Petržalka
Arts & crafts·Ages 6+·Indoor
Urban Market Winter Drop
A smaller, underground-style market showcasing young local design, community projects and creators.
New Market Hall · Šancová 112, Bratislava – Nové Mesto
Festivals & markets·Ages 16+·Indoor
NEXT Festival Symposium: Listening to Post-Nature
A symposium exploring how sound and listening help us understand climate crisis and human-shaped nature, for adults.
TU-BA – Centre for Architecture and Urban Planning · Štúrova 12/4, 811 02, 814 99 Bratislava
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Sunday, November 29
8 events
Music·Ages 12+·Indoor
NEXT 2026: CLOSING ┃KALI MALONE
The closing concert of the NEXT Advanced Music Festival featuring a performance by Kali Malone.
Evangelical Church · Room : 513, Legionárska, 811 07 Bratislava, Slovensko, Bratislava
Music·Outdoor
From Katarína to Christmas – FS Devín
A free outdoor folklore performance of songs, dances, and pre-Christmas traditions for all ages.
Františkánske námestie
Festivals & markets·Outdoor
Welcoming Advent in Dúbravka 2026
A Christmas programme with music school performances, decoration lighting and refreshment stalls for all ages.
Dom kultúry Dúbravka · Saratovská 2/A, 841 02 Bratislava
Music·Indoor
The Best of Bratislava Sings Gospel – Advent
An advent gospel concert with over 200 singers, a live band and orchestra, for the whole family.
PEUGEOT Arena · Príkopova 6, 831 03 Bratislava
Music·Outdoor
Seasonal Favourites – British International School Bratislava
A free outdoor performance of Christmas carols and seasonal songs by students from the British International School Bratislava.
Františkánske námestie
Festivals & markets·Outdoor
Opening of the Karlova Ves Advent
A free community celebration lighting the advent wreaths with a choir performance and refreshments, for all ages.
Pribišova, DLHÉ DIELY · Pribišová, 842 Bratislava
Nightlife·Ages 18+·Outdoor
Christmas Gate at Rybné Square: DJ Ned
A free outdoor DJ set with afrobeats, reggae and hip hop at the Christmas gate, for adults.
Hviezdoslav Square / Christmas Gate · Hviezdoslavovo námestie, 81421 Bratislava
Music·Ages 6+·Outdoor
Voising – a'cappella concert
An outdoor Advent a'cappella concert by Slovak vocal group Voising, suitable for all ages.
Františkánske námestie
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Tuesday, December 1
1 event
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Thursday, December 3
3 events
Family·Indoor
Advent Afternoon at the Library
A festive Advent afternoon event for families at the library.
Bratislava
Nightlife·Ages 18+·Outdoor
DJ Škrupo
A free DJ set by DJ Škrupo, a well-known figure in the Slovak hip-hop scene, as part of the Bratislava Christmas market.
Františkánske námestie
Music·Ages 6+·Indoor
Advent Concert
An Advent concert held at the Vevecečko venue.
Bratislava
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Friday, December 4
3 events
Nightlife·Ages 18+·Indoor
Mambo & Bachata Night 🎄 Advent Special
An advent-themed dance party night with mambo and bachata music for adults.
Salsa by Norika · Tomášikova 746/34, 821 01 Bratislava, Slovensko, Bratislava
Music·Ages 6+·Outdoor
Do spevu! at Bratislava Christmas
A participatory Christmas singing event for all generations led by a singing conductor.
Františkánske námestie
Music·Ages 18+·Outdoor
DJ Vesnu
Well-known Slovak DJ Vesnu plays a free set as part of the Old Town Christmas markets on Hviezdoslavovo Square.
Hviezdoslav Square / Main Stage · Hviezdoslavovo námestie, 81421 Bratislava
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Saturday, December 5
6 events
Festivals & markets·Ages 6+·Outdoor
International Festival of Advent and Christmas Music
A concert on Františkánské námestie featuring choirs from various countries performing Advent and Christmas songs.
Františkánske námestie
Festivals & markets·Outdoor
Arrival of St Nicholas & Night of the Krampuses: Seven Princes of Hell 2026
A free community St Nicholas and Krampus festival for families in Jarovce with gifts for local children.
Jarovce District · Palmová 394/1, 851 10 Bratislava
Festivals & markets·Ages 0–12·Outdoor
Bratislava St. Nicholas Day
A festive St. Nicholas parade and family event with creative workshops starting from Albrecht's House and ending in Janko Kráľ Park.
Albrechtov dom – Sad Janka Kráľa
Music·Indoor
Nicholas Christmas Concert
A festive Christmas concert by the Slovak Chamber Orchestra and Lúčnica choir, suitable for families.
Slovak Philharmonic Concert Hall · Medená 3, 811 02 Bratislava
Music·Ages 6+·Indoor
The Year – Four Seasons in Slovakia
A folklore performance by children's and adult folk ensembles celebrating Slovak traditions through the seasons.
Dom kultúry Dúbravka · Saratovská 2/A, 841 02 Bratislava
Music·Ages 6+·Indoor
Advent concert – Wiener Philharmoniker Quartet
An Advent concert in the Slovak National Gallery featuring a chamber programme by members of the Wiener Philharmoniker and a pianist.
Slovak National Gallery – Atrium · Rázusovo nábrežie 2, 811 02 Bratislava
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Sunday, December 6
4 events
Family·Ages 4+·Indoor
Santa Claus event - Dance Studio ASSOS Nelux Bratislava
A family dance event by a dance studio for children and parents of all ages.
DK Zrkadlový háj · Rovniankova 3, 852 12 Bratislava
Music·Ages 6+·Indoor
Advent concert
A classical Advent concert featuring Baroque and Czech Christmas mass works performed by orchestra and choir.
Slovak Philharmonic Concert Hall · Medená 3, 811 02 Bratislava
Music·Ages 6+·Outdoor
Christmas programme – Arietta Children's Choir
The Arietta children's choir performs festive songs and Christmas melodies at the Bratislavské Vianoce market.
Františkánske námestie
Music·Ages 6+·Outdoor
Christmas with the Conservatory
A free outdoor Christmas concert by students of the Bratislava Conservatory for the whole public.
Františkánske námestie
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Festivals & markets·Ages 6+
Off Bratislava 2026: White Noise
An international contemporary photography festival exploring information overload in today's media culture, for all visitors.
Prior Bratislava · Kamenné Námestie 1/A, Bratislava – Staré Mesto
Film·Ages 12+·Indoor
Stories from Ireland
A film showcase of four Irish films spanning history, mythology and culture, screened in English with subtitles.
Lumière Cinema · Špitálska 4, Bratislava – Staré Mesto
Festivals & markets·Ages 16+·Indoor
Cez Prah
Apartment festival recalling 70s-80s underground culture with readings, concerts and talks in intimate settings.
Multiple locations · Zámočnícka 10, 815 15 Bratislava
Festivals & markets·Ages 12+·Outdoor
Festival of Freedom 2026
A free, accessible festival of films, theatre, discussions and exhibitions reflecting on undemocratic regimes, for the general public.
Bratislava – various locations
Music·Ages 6+·Indoor
Bratislava Mozart Festival 2026
A classical music festival featuring Mozart's works, chamber music and a historical clarinet exhibition, for all ages.
Bratislava – various locations
Festivals & markets·Ages 12+·Indoor
Festival of Freedom
A multi-genre festival of discussions, films, concerts and theatre exploring totalitarianism, democracy and freedom.
Multiple venues · Viaceré miesta, Bratislava
Arts & crafts·Ages 6+·Indoor
Month of Photography 2026
Slovakia's longest-running photography festival with exhibitions, book launches and educational events.
Bratislava – various locations
Food & drink·Ages 6+·Indoor
Worship market
A market gathering artists, entrepreneurs, and creators connected by faith in the Dom Quo Vadis, featuring products and hot chocolate.
Dom Quo vadis · Poulo, Hurbanovo namestie, 811 03 Bratislava, Slovensko, Bratislava
Festivals & markets·Ages 6+·Outdoor
NEXT 2026 Advanced Music Festival
The NEXT advanced music festival in Bratislava, featuring new music, sound art, and educational activities for the public.
Various locations · Staré mesto a Rusovce, Bratislava
Festivals & markets·Indoor
Christmas Days at Incheba 2026
A large Christmas festival and fair at the Incheba Expo in Bratislava for the whole family.
Incheba Expo Bratislava · Viedenská cesta 3-7, 851 01 Bratislava
Music·Ages 6+·Indoor
Jubilee celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the consecration of the Great Church
A free multi-day celebration including a concert and a lecture marking 250 years since the church's consecration.
Great Church · Konventná 14, 815 15 Bratislava
Festivals & markets·Indoor
Prievoz Advent Workshops
Family Advent craft workshops held at the Prievoz community centre.
SD Prievoz, Kaštieľska 30 · Kaštieľska 1131/30, 821 05 Bratislava, Slovensko, Bratislava
What else is on this weekend
Sun, Nov 15 · 07:00
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The Blue Church – Church of St. Elizabeth
Sun, Nov 15
Kinqy: Supper
Subdeck
Sun, Nov 15
Slovan Stadium Tour
Tehelné pole National Football Stadium
Sun, Nov 15 · 07:00
Discover Bratislava with a scavenger hunt by World City Trail!
The Blue Church – Church of St. Elizabeth
Sun, Nov 15
Bad Bunny Party
Šafko Klub
Sun, Nov 15
Following the footsteps of Maria Theresa - IN ENGLISH
Bratislava Castle
Quick answers
- Festivals & markets in Bratislava this month: what's on?
- 90 events (Nov 15 – Dec 15) at 59 venues — 39 free and 14 suitable for kids. Highlights: Freedom Sounds Good, Echoes of world festivals: Divorce in Wartime, Festival of Freedom: Theatre dNO: NO LAND.
- Are there free events?
- Yes, 39 of them are free, for example: Freedom Sounds Good, Festival of Freedom: Theatre dNO: NO LAND, Festival of Freedom – Ján Langoš: The Legacy that Remains.
- Where does this information come from?
- CityInEurope collects events every day from official venue websites and ticket sellers, removes duplicates and links every event to its official ticket or source page. Last updated: Nov 15, 05:55.
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At a glance
The busiest day in Bratislava is Sunday, November 29, with 8 events. Venues with the most listings: Františkánske námestie, DK Zrkadlový háj, Dom kultúry Dúbravka.
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