A spectacleof art that awakens the city!
When the city comes alive to the rhythm of music, dance, and theatre!
Join world-class artists from around the globe and experience the magic of summer evenings in Ljubljana. From symphonic concerts to grand opera spectacles, from contemporary dance to unforgettable theatre performances – the Ljubljana Festival is where culture and passion come together to create a truly unique experience.
Hommage à France Rotar – 25 years later
The exhibition reveals the intimate sculptural world of France Rotar, where form, mass and silence intertwine in a deliberate dialogue.
Berliner Symphoniker, Gudni Emilsson and Khatia Buniatishvili
One of the leading pianists of her generation, Khatia Buniatishvili, appears with the Berlin Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Gudni Emilsson in an evening of virtuosity and expressive intensity.
Staatskapelle Dresden and Daniele Gatti
Under the direction of Daniele Gatti, the Staatskapelle Dresden performs Mahler’s Symphony No. 6, one of the composer’s darkest and most uncompromising works.
Baltic Sea Philharmonic, Robert Treviño, Lana Trotovšek
The festival’s closing concert features a programme with works by Rautavaara, Bruch and Sibelius, performed by the Baltic Sea Philharmonic under Robert Treviño, with violinist Lana Trotovšek as soloist.
Anton Pavlovich Chekhov: 3 Sisters Remix
Ljubljana Festival gathered in the production of the TIVOLI Theatre has teamed up with the Ljubljana Festival. In a joint co-production, we will stage the play 3 Sisters Remix by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov in Križanke.
Past events of the74th Ljubljana Festival
Mamma Mia!
On a sunny Greek island unfolds an emotional and entertaining musical story that will make you laugh, touch your heart and win you over.
London Symphony Orchestra and Kaunas State Choir
The evening features Mahler’s monumental Symphony No. 2 performed by the London Symphony Orchestra and the Kaunas State Choir.
London Symphony Orchestra, Antonio Pappano, Bruce Liu
The program features Beethoven’s Third Piano Concerto and Bruckner’s monumental Ninth Symphony performed by the London Symphony Orchestra.
Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Teddy Abrams and Yuja Wang
A vibrant journey through the sound worlds of the 20th century, led by Yuja Wang and the Mahler Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Teddy Abrams.
Gypsy Night (Amala Band - 30 years)
Amala celebrates its anniversary by bringing together outstanding Romani and non‑Romani musicians for an evening dedicated to contemporary Romani creativity and orchestral sound.
Vlado Kreslin
Vlado Kreslin returns with his traditional concert, joined by Mali bogovi, Beltinška banda, and the Big Band Šentjur for a fresh take on his timeless songs.
Avi Avital, mandolin
In a solo recital, Avi Avital presents a diverse programme combining Bach’s Baroque music with contemporary works for mandolin.
Gaja’s World 3, premiere
The final chapter of the beloved family trilogy delivers action, emotion and humour as Gaja faces her most daring challenge yet.
ADDA·Simfònica Alicante (P. Zukerman, E. Dindo)
Pinchas Zukerman and the ADDA Symphony Orchestra join forces in a programme featuring three timeless masterpieces of the classical repertoire.
Press conference, August 26, 2026
You are warmly invited to join us via live stream on Wednesday, 26 August, for a press conference taking place at 1.00 p.m. in the Knights’ Hall.
Committed to Steps: Ava and Vegetables
The project Dedicated to Movement once again brings together children from URI Soča, their peers, and dance mentors in a week shaped by creativity, expression and shared experience.
John Eliot Gardiner and The Constellation Orchestra & Choir
Sir John Eliot Gardiner and The Constellation bring outstanding interpretations of works by Brahms and Mendelssohn.
Sergei Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet
Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet comes to life in a contemporary choreography by Asun Noales, performed with the ADDA Simfònica Alicante.
Rade Šerbedžija: Jesen stiže, dunjo moja
Rade Šerbedžija returns to Ljubljana Festival with a concert that blends poetry, music and personal storytelling. He will be joined on stage by remarkable guest musicians from diverse musical traditions.
Wuxi Symphony Orchestra and Daye Lin
The Wuxi Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Daye Lin presents a programme combining Verdi’s dramatic operatic overture, contemporary Chinese symphonic music and Brahms’s monumental Symphony No. 1.
Ettore Pagano, cello
The Munich Chamber Philharmonic dacapo presents a vibrant programme featuring Mozart, Haydn, Delius and cellist Ettore Pagano.
Momento Cigano Extended
Momento Cigano Extended delivers lively, melodic gypsy swing shaped by a distinctive blend of guitar, strings and vocals.
Timeless Bach (Ensemble Dissonance, Sergej Krylov)
The programme places Bach’s violin concertos in dialogue with works by Schnittke and Bosso, bridging baroque tradition and contemporary expression.
Press conference, August 17, 2026
You are warmly invited to join us via live stream on Monday, 17 August, for a press conference taking place at 1.00 p.m. in the Knights’ Hall.
Astor Piazzolla: María De Buenos Aires
Astor Piazzolla’s María de Buenos Aires is a surreal tango operita that embodies the spirit, contradictions and mystique of the Argentine capital through music and word.
Gaetano Donizetti: L'elisir d'amore (Pehlivanian Professional Opera Academy)
Experience a lively and engaging concert performance of Donizetti’s The Elixir of Love, brought to life by young singers and conductors of the Pehlivanian Professional Opera Academy.
Slovenian Harp Quartet SIH4RPS
A concert by the Slovenian Harp Quartet SIH4rps exploring the rich sound world of the harp from Baroque and Impressionism to tango and contemporary Slovenian music.
Berlin nonet
Top musicians from Berlin and Slovenia join forces in a vibrant chamber music evening filled with virtuosity and musical dialogue.
Mahler in Ljubljana: Titan
A chamber concert dedicated to Gustav Mahler, featuring Blumine, Songs of a Wayfarer and Symphony No. 1 Titan in an intimate yet powerful arrangement.