Workshops and courses in Bratislava

Learning·Ages 18+·Indoor

Palantir Conference v0.1

Conference bringing together practitioners to share real-world experiences with Palantir and AI data transformation.

Swiss Re · Twin City, House B, Mlynské nivy 12, 821 05 Bratislava, Slovakia, Bratislava, Bratislava

Social·Ages 16+·Indoor

Parents' Book Club: Parent Left-Footed

A discussion with educator Ivett Pavlis about conscious parenting and her book, for parents.

Old Town Library · Blumentálska 10/a, Bratislava - Staré Mesto

Arts & crafts·Ages 12+·Indoor

Cyanotype workshop

A guided workshop learning the 19th-century cyanotype photo technique with natural materials, for beginners and advanced, recommended from age 12.

Lab.cafe · Bratislava – Staré Mesto

Film·Ages 16+·Indoor

The Smiling Madame Beudet + Paris Asleep | Film Cabinet (lecture + film)

A lecture and screening of two avant-garde silent films exploring pure cinematic poetry, for adult cinephiles.

Lumière Cinema · Špitálska 4, 811 08 Bratislava

Music·Ages 16+·Indoor

TexTúra / Mirka Abélová and Michal Kaščák

A new debate format about music lyrics with special guests.

Nová Cvernovka · Račianska 78, 831 02 Bratislava

Museums & sights·Ages 16+·Indoor

A Dual People? ...us by the church, them beyond the fence!

A lecture in the Archaeological Café about burial customs and social duality in 9th-century Great Moravia.

SNM – Archaeological Museum · Žižkova 12, 811 02 Bratislava

Social·Ages 16+·Indoor

Storytelling Club

A free, interactive monthly storytelling meetup for adults at the library.

Old Town Library · Záhrebská 8, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Conference 'The Role of Digital Technologies in the Future of Cultural Heritage'

A French-Slovak conference for adults on how digital technologies can preserve and present cultural heritage.

French Institute in Slovakia · Sedlárska 7, 815 15 Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Literary evening at Artforum | Festival of Freedom 2026

A literary evening for adults as part of the Festival of Freedom.

Artforum · Kozia 611/20, 811 03 Bratislava, Slovensko, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 60+·Indoor

Digital world made practical and simple

IT volunteers teach seniors the basics of using a mobile phone through practical demonstrations.

City Library – Laurinská · Laurinská 5, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 18+·Indoor

The Clay Path - Ceramics course (18+)

A six-session ceramics course covering the full process of creating glazed pottery, for adults.

SNG – Water Barracks and Bridge Building · Bratislava – Staré Mesto

Learning·Ages 18+·Indoor

Professional conference: We play too! Fair conditions for girls and women in sport

A professional forum discussing gender equality and fair conditions for girls and women in sport.

Slovak Olympic and Sports Museum, Olympijské námestie 14290/1, 831 04 Bratislava · Junacka 14290/6, 831 04 Bratislava, Slovensko, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Creative Mornings: Devotion with Nora Barcsi

A morning talk on devotion, love and will by psychosynthesis practitioner Nora Barcsi, for adults.

TU–BA · Štúrová 12/4, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 0–6·Indoor

Ranníček

A morning reading session for the little ones at Staromestská knižnica, opening the door to the world of books with a story about friendship and nature.

Old Town Library · Blumentálska 10/a, Bratislava - Staré Mesto

Wellness·Ages 16+·Indoor

Yoga and Mental Health

A seminar combining yoga theory and practice to support mental health, aimed at adults.

Movement LAB · Bratislava – Staré Mesto

Learning·Ages 7+·Indoor

Workshop: Fish Love

A hands-on workshop for parents and children from age 7 about fish spawning, life cycles and live fish.

Kamzík Eco-Education Centre · Kamzíkov vrch 12 272, 815 15 Bratislava

Family·Ages 6–12·Outdoor

Date with the City for Kids: Keys to Freedom

A free interactive walking tour for children about the 1989 revolution in Slovakia.

in the reservation form · Staré Mesto, 815 15 Bratislava

Arts & crafts·Ages 16+·Indoor

Sewing course for beginners - creative reset

A full-day beginner sewing course teaching the basics with equipment provided, for adults.

Lab.cafe · Bratislava – Staré Mesto

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Talk with the Heretik couple: Life

A talk/book discussion event with the Heretik couple for adults, held at a bookstore.

Martinus – Bratislava Obchodná · Obchodná 426/24, 811 06 Bratislava, Slovensko, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 9–11·Indoor

Karlík and Milena Jesenská's Reportage

A children's literary workshop exploring journalism and reportage based on a book about Milena Jesenská, for primary school children.

Bratislava City Library · Kapucínska 3, 81479 Bratislava

Theatre & stage·Ages 12–18·Indoor

Borders of Freedom

A theatre-based history workshop for secondary school students exploring a family divided by the 1968 invasion.

Štúdio 12 · Jakubovo nám. 12, 811 09 Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Departures and escapes after November 1989

A discussion on emigration before and after 1989 exploring why people leave their homeland.

Divadlo P. O. Hviezdoslava – Foyer · Laurinská 20, 811 01 Bratislava

Outdoors·Ages 16+·Outdoor

Date with the City: Surprises of SNP Square

A guided walking tour exploring the history of Bratislava's SNP Square for adults.

in front of the building at Námestie SNP No. 1 · Námestie SNP, 815 15 Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Meeting of Lowland Slovaks

A free lecture and gathering commemorating the 280th anniversary of the founding of the Slovak settlement Slovenský Komlóš.

City Library – Music Studio · Kapucínska 1, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 60+·Indoor

Workshop at KOLO Karlova Ves for seniors: Second-hand Christmas decorations

A free craft workshop for seniors to make Christmas decorations from recycled materials.

KOLO Karlova Ves · Jurigovo námestie , Bratislava

Arts & crafts·Ages 16+·Indoor

Checkpoint D–epth

A public presentation of student digital art projects exploring technology's impact on daily life.

TU–BA · Štúrová 12/4, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Dr. Juraj Steklač presents: Weight loss is not just a topic before summer

A talk with a doctor about healthy weight loss and habits, for adults.

Kamel klub – Karlova Ves Culture Centre · Molecova 2, 84104 Bratislava

Family·Ages 5–8·Indoor

Book Play: The Jam Secret

Interactive theatre based on a children's book, where kids aged 5-8 become the main characters of their own creative story.

Old Town Centre of Culture and Education, Gaštanová 19 · Gaštanová 19, Bratislava – Staré Mesto

Learning·Ages 18+·Indoor

Act it out! Or 4 floors to a living lesson

A practical drama-education workshop for teachers on using theatrical techniques in classroom lessons.

Divadlo P. O. Hviezdoslava · Laurinská 20, 81101 Bratislava

Food & drink·Indoor

Saturday StuDIYo - Christmas crafting at Fresh Market

A relaxed Christmas crafting workshop for friends and families at a farmers' market.

Fresh Market – Farmers' Market · Bratislava – Ružinov

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

Film·Ages 12+·Indoor

Alongside Bruno Gröning

A documentary film about the true story of healing connected to Bruno Gröning and Grete Häusler, for adults.

Karlova Ves Culture Centre · Bratislava – Karlova Ves

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Participation on the winning design: Winter Harbour

A free guided tour and public participation session on the winning urban design for the Winter Harbour transformation.

TU–BA · Štúrová 12/4, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Andrej Kurkov: Jimi Hendrix's Visit to Lviv

A book discussion on a humorous, unconventional social and love story set in Lviv at Zichy Palace.

Zichyho palác · Ventúrska 9, 81421 Bratislava

Family·Ages 4–12·Indoor

Discovering Book Worlds: Mouse Soup

An interactive reading of a children's book with the librarian Juliana, suitable for children from age 4.

Old Town Library · Karadžičova 1, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Mysterium Magnum, or on the beginnings of prehistoric copper processing

A free lecture, workshop and discussion with archaeologists about prehistoric copper processing.

Old Town Hall · Hlavné námestie 501/1, Bratislava – Staré mesto

Learning·Ages 18+·Indoor

Mário Bajs: Professional negotiation

A talk/workshop on professional negotiation skills for adults.

V-Club · Námestie SNP 471/12, 811 06 Bratislava, Slovensko, Bratislava

Theatre & stage·Ages 16+·Indoor

Comedy Workshop: Silné reči

A stand-up comedy workshop teaching beginners to write and perform material, with feedback from experienced comedians.

Luna Bar · Bratislava – Staré Mesto

Arts & crafts·Ages 16+·Indoor

Recycle a book: Christmas decorations

A workshop for adults making handmade Christmas decorations from old book pages.

Old Town Library · Záhrebská 8, Bratislava

Arts & crafts·Ages 12+·Indoor

Christmas soy candle workshop

A hands-on workshop making natural soy candles with a welcome drink, suitable for beginners and advanced.

Lab.cafe · Bratislava – Staré Mesto

Learning·Ages 60+·Indoor

Traveling in memories - Singapore

An interactive event where seniors share travel memories, photos and stories about Singapore with their peers.

Bratislava City Library · Klariská 16, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Reading with Barbora Kardošová

An author reading and discussion with Slovak writer and audiobook pioneer Barbora Kardošová.

Bratislava City Library · Klariská 16, Bratislava

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

Learning·Ages 18+·Indoor

I SEE ME 2026

A conference for women about the psychology of performance and self-worth, with talks and workshops.

Mirror Hall of the Primate's Palace · Bratislava – Staré Mesto

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Job fair with Ikos Resorts

A free job fair where candidates can meet the Ikos Resorts team and learn about job opportunities.

Loft Hotel Bratislava · 864/4 Štefánikova, 811 05 Bratislava, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Social Media for SMEs - Hainburg

A free practical workshop introducing small business owners to professional social media use.

Landgasthof Goldener Anker · Donaulände 27, 2410 Hainburg, Hainburg

Learning·Ages 18+·Indoor

SHIFTS26

An investment conference for professionals exploring long-term decision-making in health, capital and technology.

Double Tree by Hilton · Trnavská cesta 27/A, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

When you're 50, you no longer wait for permission to live

A discussion about living fully at midlife, led by a coach and featuring a personal story, for adults.

Library · Zámocká 26, Bratislava-Hrad

Social·Ages 16+·Indoor

Language café at UniK

A casual language-practice meetup for adults at UniK Mlyny.

UniK Mlyny · Staré Grunty 36, 841 04 Bratislava

Learning·Ages 18+·Indoor

Pre-Christmas BaKF#7: Decade for Culture 2030: Second half

A professional discussion forum evaluating Bratislava's cultural strategy document for stakeholders and city representatives.

House of Music – Georgiev Palace, Panenská 11 · Panenská 11, 81499 Bratislava

Science & tech·Ages 16+·Indoor

The Next AI Startups Worth Building Out of Bratislava

A talk for founders and investors exploring promising problem areas for new AI startups.

Cowork Cvernovka · Račianska 78, 83102 Bratislava, Bratislava

Theatre & stage·Ages 14+·Indoor

The Courage to Be

A theatre production from an international Theatre of Remembrance project exploring memory and history.

Ludus Theatre · Palackého 22, 811 02 Bratislava

Arts & crafts·Ages 5–12·Indoor

Ceramics studio for kids

A ceramics workshop where children learn modelling, wheel throwing and glazing under the guidance of a professional artist.

Bratislava-Nové Mesto Culture Center · Vajnorská 21, 83104 Bratislava

Science & tech·Ages 16+·Indoor

Vedátor: The Search for Extraterrestrial Life (added date)

A science talk about the search for extraterrestrial life by physicist Samuel Kováčik.

Kácečko · Kamenné námestie 1/a, 811 08 Bratislava

Learning

Dobre bude: Vianočný špeciál

Bratislava-Nové Mesto Culture Centre · Vajnorská 21, 83104 Bratislava

Food & drink·Ages 16+·Indoor

Kitchen Triathlon by LAINOX

A live culinary equipment demonstration by LAINOX for professionals and food enthusiasts.

CORTEC s.r.o. · 12 Rožňavská, 821 04 Bratislava, Bratislava

Theatre & stage·Ages 6–10·Indoor

Acting course for kids with Zuzana Haasová

A 12-session acting course for children aged 6-10 led by actress Zuzana Haasová.

Bratislava-Nové Mesto Culture Center · Vajnorská 21, 83104 Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Book presentation about Eva Poláková

A book presentation about the life of acclaimed Slovak actress Eva Poláková, for adults.

Slovak National Theatre – new building – Blue Salon · Pribinova 17, 811 09 Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Laughter on prescription

Panel discussion on humour and mental health with psychologists and a playwright, for adults.

Divadlo P. O. Hviezdoslava – Foyer · Laurinská 20, 811 01 Bratislava

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

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

TU-BA Youth: Is community living for me?

A roleplay workshop simulating community housing decision-making for interested adults.

TU-BA – Centre of Architecture and Urban Planning · Štúrova 12/4, 811 02, 814 99 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·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

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

SMÄDNÍ PO POKOJI - meeting of religions and cultures

A meeting for interfaith dialogue and cooperation, featuring discussions by various religious and cultural guests.

Mirror Hall of the Primate's Palace · Bratislava – Staré Mesto

Science & tech·Ages 12+·Indoor

Virtual reality

A free drop-in opportunity to try virtual reality films in English at the city library.

Bratislava City Library · Kapucínska 1, Bratislava

Museums & sights·Ages 16+·Indoor

Spicy Depository

A community event series tackling taboo museum topics like sexuality and colonial collecting through discussions and readings for adults.

Bratislava City Museum · Radničná 1, Bratislava – Staré Mesto

Museums & sights·Ages 6+·Indoor

Attention, Border! Devín in the Iron Curtain 1948–1989

New exhibition at Devín Castle on its history within the Iron Curtain and totalitarian era 1948–1989.

MMB – Devín Castle · Muránska 10, 841 10 Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Workshops for parents and friends of children with DYS*, ADD and ADHD

A series of workshops led by a special education teacher offering tips and support for parents of children with learning or attention difficulties.

Bratislava City Library · Klariská 16, Bratislava

Family·Ages 6–12·Indoor

Urbanology

A free playful educational programme teaching children how cities are built and function.

TU–BA · Štúrová 12/4, Bratislava

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Biblioman

An exhibition of the specialized book collection of art historian Igor Gazdík, for adults interested in literature.

Slovak National Gallery – Esterházy, 1st floor · Rázusovo nábrežie 2, 811 02 Bratislava

Arts & crafts·Indoor

Curious art history with Professor Škrečok

A short interactive projection introducing art history in a playful way, suitable for children and adults alike.

Slovak National Gallery – Esterházy, 1st floor · Rázusovo nábrežie 2, 811 02 Bratislava