An informal gathering of the communities that shape the city.
Communities in the Park creates a space for connecting people and initiatives already active in the city – volunteers, community leaders, neighbourhood projects, and participatory initiatives. The goal is to meet, get to know each other, and share experiences in an informal atmosphere.
Where: Park M. R. Štefánika, Trenčín
When: May 31, 2026
Are you doing something for your community? Are you active in your neighbourhood, housing estate, or city? Do you have interesting ideas, or would you like to get inspired?
We are looking forward to an event built on a simple principle – not to come only as an observer, but as an active participant. We will meet, get to know each other, and share experiences through food, activities, and conversations.
Come and enjoy an afternoon full of meetings, discussions, movement, and relaxation. The festival offers several zones – choose what interests you or simply let yourself be carried away by the atmosphere.
PROGRAMME
Gazebo – Music & Performances
15:00 – 15:30 | Dance Stars
16:00 – 16:30 | Jobusovky LIVE
17:00 – 17:30 | Teplanka
18:00 – 18:30 | Modrosvit
Discussion Zone
15:30 – 16:00 | Revitalising Neighbourhoods
How vibrant communities are created and what helps build good neighbourly relationships.
16:30 – 17:00 | How to Be Part of a Community (Not Just as a Spectator)
A discussion about volunteering, getting involved, and how we can co-create the place where we live.
17:30 – 18:00 | Together in the Same Boat: The Story of Splanekor
A practical talk and sharing of experiences for everyone who wants to start building a vessel for Splanekor 2.0.
18:30 – 20:00 | Trenčín Quiz
Create a team (ideally 4 people) and test your knowledge about Trenčín – from history and culture to the city’s present day. A classic pub quiz full of fun, thinking, and maybe even victory awaits you.
Workshops & Creative Activities
15:15 – 16:45 | Knitting Workshop
Learn the basics of knitting and create your own soft blanket. The workshop is suitable for people aged 16 and over who want to relax, slow down, and create something with their own hands.
15:15 – 17:00 | My City, My Voice
An interactive workshop for children (8–14 years old) about the city, community, and ideas for improving their surroundings. Through drawing, modelling, role-play, and creating their own mini-project, we will explore how we can influence the place where we live.
15:15 – 16:15 | Canistherapy and Animal-Assisted Therapy
How do animals help people? Discover the world of canistherapy and animal-assisted therapy, meet a canine companion, and explore where interaction with animals can be beneficial.
17:00 – 18:30 | Postcard Making for Joy
Come and create a kind message, postcard, or small surprise for someone close to you. A creative moment of relaxation for teenagers and adults alike.
17:15 – 18:15 | Drama Workshop for Children
Games, movement, imagination, and discovering theatre together. Children do not need to know how to read or write – just a willingness to participate.
18:30 – 20:00 | Ceramic Workshop “Traces of Community”
Paint your own ceramic ornament or create an imprint of nature in clay that will become part of a collective community artwork. The activity is suitable for children and adults.
18:45 – 19:45 | Crochet Workshop
Learn the basics of crochet or improve your skills. The workshop is suitable for beginners and slightly advanced participants.
18:45 – 19:45 | Creative Workshop by the Storytelling Club
A playful workshop developing creativity, imagination, and storytelling. For everyone interested in stories and the power of narration.
Movement Zone
15:00 – 15:45 | Yoga
Gentle body movement, breathing exercises, and space to tune into the festival afternoon. Suitable for anyone who wants to slow down, release tension, and take a moment for themselves.
16:00 | Poi Performance
A short flow-art performance with contact poi full of movement, rhythm, and visual play. If conditions allow, the performance will also feature poi with large blue veils.
16:30 – 17:00 | Public Exercise Session
A short movement block for everyone who wants to get active. Expect simple exercises focused on mobility, core strength, fitness, and relaxing stretching – regardless of age or experience.
17:15 | Poi Performance
A second flow-art performance combining movement, rhythm, and a visual experience for both children and adults.
17:45 – 18:15 | Trenčín in Joyful Movement
A shared movement and dance workshop without pressure to perform or complicated choreography. Come move, clear your mind, and experience the joy of movement together with others.
18:30 – 20:00 | Island of Presence
A space to slow down, rest, and enjoy a short mental reset. In a safe and calm environment, you can take a moment for yourself – pause, breathe, relax your body, or join short activities supporting mindfulness and inner peace.
Picnic & Community Zone
Throughout the event
Bring – Taste – Share
Bring something small to eat and contribute to the shared community table. Together, we will create a space for meeting, tasting, and sharing.
Playkit
An open space for play, discovery, and spending time together for both children and adults.
Community Board
What makes a good community? Where do you feel at home? What would you like to change in the city? Stop by, write your message, idea, or thought, and contribute to the shared mosaic of voices.
15:00 – 17:30 | Book & Plant Swap
Bring a book or plant you would like to pass on, and you might take a new one home.
17:30 – 20:00 | Board Games
Ludo, dice poker, and a space for meeting, conversations, and shared fun.
You don’t have to experience everything – just come and be part of it.
Event Accessibility
The event is accessible for people with reduced mobility. Movement around the venue is possible via the roads and pathways within the park.
Parking
At the parking lot near the station, near Penzión pri parku, and on Palackého Street by the Uniqa building, one parking space is reserved at each location for holders of disability parking permits.
If needed, we also have one parking space available near the railway station during the event. If you would like to use it, please let us know upon arrival.
If necessary, we recommend arranging drop-off and pick-up at Hotel Elizabeth, from where it is possible to continue to the park via the underpass elevator.
Toilets
One accessible portable toilet will be available at the event and marked on the event map.
If you need additional organisational information or support during your visit, please do not hesitate to contact the designated organisers on-site or reach us at: +421 907 712 784.
