The highlight of the Opening Weekend—the evening gala programme Manifest Trenčín 2026 at Peace Square—will officially open the year of the European Capital of Culture. It pays tribute to the rich spiritual cultural and textile heritage of the city and region, to their unique genius loci, and to the identities and talents that have shaped Trenčín over generations.
Music, movement, word, fashion, and image will merge into a single voice to awaken the memory and heart of the city and, together with them, tell a story of love and curiosity, freedom and humanity—values that Trenčín embraces with awareness of its past and the courage to create a new narrative as an open, confident, and vibrant European Capital of Culture.
Let yourself be surprised by our evening gala program. Thank you for your curiosity!
