Slovakia Events

Practically every day is a saint's day in the Slovak Republic, and 'special days', festivals and public holidays are widely acknowledged. Public holidays include New Year's Day (1 January), Three Kings Day (6 January), Labour Day (1 May), Cyril and Methodius Day (5 July) and Christmas (24-26 December). The Bratislava Lyre in May or June features rock concerts. From June through August, folk life festivals take place all across the country. Vychondná Folklore Festival, held in July, 32km (20mi) west of Poprad, is the biggest. Bratislava has a summer cultural festival that brings events to town. Classical music concerts are held from late September to mid-October as part of the Bratislava Music Festivals. Bratislava Jazz Days takes place one swingin' long weekend in September.