DOBROlab: A laboratory of ideas that make things better
DOBROlab is a new format within the Trenčín 2026 volunteer programme – a place for ideas, experiments, and volunteers’ own projects. It’s a space where you can try out whatever makes sense to you. Your idea. Your initiative. Your community. When? 9 December, from 17:00 to 19:00 Where? Creative Institute Trenčín We’ll get into a […]
Shared Voice, Shared Body: A Polyphonic Singing Workshop with Barbara Majnarić
Experience the power of voice and bodily resonance Embark on a unique journey into the world of Croatian traditional polyphonic singing, where deep cultural heritage meets the direct physical experience of sound. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to explore ancient vocal traditions from the mountainous regions of Croatia while discovering how the voice and […]
Workshop Discover the Portrait
Experience a unique portrait drawing workshop directly in the exhibition spaces of Rudolf Uher – Traces. You will discover the basic techniques from quick gestural sketches to working with light and shadow. The workshop is open to everyone – including complete beginners. When? 22 November 2025, 14:00–16:00 Where? Miloš Alexander Bazovský Gallery, Trenčín Instructor: Mgr. […]
Guided tour of the exhibition Púťová atrakcia by authors Peter Barényi and Pali Hovanec
The exhibition Púťová atrakcia is not merely a title or a metaphor framing the works of both authors. It is an authentic and singular project created specifically for this space and moment in time – a literal attraction. The notion of a púť naturally carries a dual, historically layered meaning. On one hand, it refers […]
FotoSWAP
FotoSWAP is a gathering of photographers and photography enthusiasts. It serves as a platform for exchanging photographs and photographic publications. Bring your own photos or photobooks and swap them for the work of other authors. Or just drop by — you might discover interesting pieces you never knew you’d want to have at home. Exchange/swap. […]
Theatre performance Bytovka (Part 1) + mini-concert Mona Luca
Theatre Normálka will present the first episode of its ambitious ongoing theatre project in its new venue, the Apartment Theatre “Na prízemí”. The story of the theatre series Bytovka takes place in the common areas of an unnamed apartment building somewhere in Slovakia. In their “Chamber”, as the tenants themselves jokingly call it, cheerful and […]
GOOD in Action
How to Respond in a Crisis and Help Be ready to act when it truly matters. This training combines crisis management and first aid into one intensive day during which you will learn how to respond calmly, support your team, and help in challenging situations. You will gain practical skills that you can use not […]
Vianočná pohľadanica
On 22 December at the Inclusive Centre Krtko, we are preparing a poetic and artistic creative workshop where children will make their own Vianočná pohľadanica. They can come up with an original Christmas rhyme and illustrate it, or choose the right poetic verse to accompany a finished illustration. Thanks to our collaboration with Slovenská pošta, […]
Theatre performance: Bartók and The Wooden Prince
For children in the hospital, we have prepared an interactive theatre performance Bartók and The Wooden Prince, bringing a world of imagination, music, and playful humour directly to their ward. Béla Bartók is a world-renowned composer – but he was once a child, too. Back when Bratislava was still called Pressburg, he went to school […]
Theatre performance: Bartók and The Wooden Prince
For children in schools, we have prepared an interactive theatre performance Bartók and The Wooden Prince, bringing a world of imagination, music, and playful humour directly into the classroom. Béla Bartók is a world-renowned composer – but he was once a child, too. Back when Bratislava was still called Pressburg, he attended school and was […]
Trenčín Watches
17 December – Low-Threshold Center Trenčín A special reading at the Low-Threshold Center in Trenčín is also part of the December series of events of the Trenčín Literary Festival. This year again, we bring literature to places where people often don’t have access to it – hospitals, schools, kindergartens, and social care facilities. Through culture, […]
And what happened next? #2
Date: 14 December at 10:00 Venue: Klub Lúč, Mierové námestie 17 Performers: Peter Gärtner, Lukáš Tandara Experience classic fairy tales in an unconventional form – one that you help create! Everyone knows traditional fairy tales. But what if everything was completely different? Puppeteers Peter Gärtner and Lukáš Tandara will once again toss old familiar stories […]
Thoughtful Christmas: Put On a Wool Shawl and Share a Cake
The final Sunday of Advent will be dedicated to slowing down, shared stories, ornament-making, music, and cakes that you bring to the communal table. There is warmth in community – and we want to feel as much of it as possible. Danka will prepare original decorations, and once again you’ll be able to take home […]
(C)onsiderate Christmas: Pick a Treat from the Ornament
Experience the pre-Christmas season differently – slower, more fragrant, and in the company of people you enjoy being with. (C)onsiderate Christmas is emerging in Trenčín as a response to the desire to bring more kindness, togetherness, and natural beauty into December. Marianna, a photographer from V.okamihu, and Danka from the sustainable farm and flower studio […]
Pavol Rankov on writing
18 December 2025 at 6:00 PM Coffee Sheep, Mierové námestie, Trenčín If you’re curious about everything that hides behind a story that begins with a single sentence and ends where history itself breaks, come to a meeting with Pavol Rankov — an author who can draw out the most delicate and the most burning moments […]