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9th Winter Festival

A Winter
Warmed by Music

Ljubljana Festival is entering the year 2026 with the 9th Winter Festival, which each year creates a unique musical atmosphere in the winter capital. Since the first concert with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra from London, the Winter Festival has become a fixture in the international musical scene in Slovenia. Outstanding performances by renowned domestic and international artists take place at various venues across Ljubljana, enriching the city’s cultural life and attracting numerous classical music enthusiasts. In 2026, the Winter Festival continues its mission of connecting top-level art with a wider audience.

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Hector Berlioz: Romeo and Juliet

The 9th Winter Festival opens with Berlioz’s Romeo and Juliet under maestro Charles Dutoit.

10. 2. 2026 Cankarjev dom
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Slokar Quartet

The Slokar Quartet reveals the virtuoso and diverse world of trombones from the Renaissance to the present day.

17. 2. 2026 Slovenian Philharmonic
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Ensemble Dissonance

Ensemble Dissonance invites you on a Mediterranean musical journey with top guests from Spain. The concert will be a blend of tradition, modernity, and colorful sonic imagination.

18. 2. 2026 Slovenian Philharmonic
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First Final Evening of the Ljubljana Festival International Competition – Piano 2026

This year, the Ljubljana Festival's international competition will spotlight top pianists from around the world, who will compete for a prize of 50.000 euros and performances with an orchestra in the final.

28. 2. 2026 Cankarjev dom
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Second Final Evening of the Ljubljana Festival International Competition – Piano 2026

This year, the Ljubljana Festival's international competition will spotlight top pianists from around the world, who will compete for a prize of 50.000 euros and performances with an orchestra in the final.

1. 3. 2026 Cankarjev dom
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Grigory Sokolov

Grigory Sokolov, a legendary pianist with extraordinary artistic depth, returns after decades of stunning recitals with a new program that promises an unforgettable musical experience.

2. 3. 2026 Cankarjev dom