Public Escapades
The Public Escapades project allows people to discover hidden parts of Trenčín through interactive installations and playful architectural interventions in public spaces. This adventurous project connects the history and the present of the city. The natural environment around the Váh river inspires the design of the individual interventions, which combine architecture, design and a multi-genre […]
GMAB Centre for Architecture
The GMAB Centre for Architecture in Trenčín will provide an innovative platform for the presentation of contemporary architecture and design. The M. A. Bazovský Gallery will create a space where the public will meet international artists and curators who will present temporary exhibitions, artistic interventions and projects focused on unused spaces of the city. This […]
Global Equality and Hospitality
Global Equality and Hospitality will feature a large-scale exhibition with an international representation, focusing on human rights, social inequalities and democracy. Prestigious artists will showcase artworks reflecting current challenges in the areas of populism and social inequality, with the aim of raising awareness on such topics.
Generations together
People of all ages can explore different places in Trenčín together, observe them, remember and find new situations and tell stories – and not only with words. The activities associated with the project will bring about the cultivation of stronger connections between the inhabitants of the city across generations. Together, we will be able to […]
Light Art Festival Trenčín
Light Art Festival will bring digital art to the public space of Trenčín. Visitors will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in interactive installations, luminography, video mapping and video art. The festival will bring traditional spaces to life, transforming them into digital art scenes and providing unique visual experiences for all generations. More informations
Biennale of Contemporary Jewish Art
The Biennale of Contemporary Jewish Art will become a celebration of Jewish culture and art in Trenčín. This international project will present contemporary visual art by artists with Jewish roots.
Seekers Formation
Seekers Formation focuses on discovering long-forgotten stories, local legends and characters that have influenced the Trenčín region. The project, which will involve young creative leaders from a variety of fields, will bring literature, film, animation and other forms of storytelling to the forefront in order to create a lasting impact on the cultural heritage of […]
Creative wellbeing
The Creative Wellbeing project brings a new perspective on relaxation and personal well-being to the spa towns around Trenčín. The series of events focuses on creative ways of spending time in nature, meditation, mindfulness and other techniques for deep relaxation. Through these experiential activities, the project recreates the traditional spa environment and opens up new […]
Splanekor 2.0
Splanekor 2.0 revives Trenčín’s unique tradition – a joint voyage of handcrafted vessels on the Váh River. With an emphasis on community, artistic expression, and ecology, it brings new energy to this unconventional event. Splanekor 2.0 carries the atmosphere of a celebration of summer, sports, encounters, and culture. It is gradually evolving into a long-term […]
Aqua Vitae
Aqua Vitae, under the curatorial direction of Lydia Pribišová, opens a dialogue about water and the Váh River through interdisciplinary site-specific participatory and discursive art projects. This programme will connect art with nature, bring new perspectives on water conservation and foster important discussions over the future of rivers and aquatic ecosystems in the region.
Volunteer Program
Are you eager to do something meaningful in your spare time and lend a hand to a project that won’t be repeated in your area? Volunteer program for Trenčín 2026 offers you the opportunity. For everyone aged 15 to 100 🙂
Runway
The European Capital of Culture requires projects and events at international level. In order to be able to organise them in Trenčín in the future, we have created the Runway project. In this project, different people are trained, ranging from cultural professionals to those who want to be ambassadors and ambassadors of Trenčín 2026 […]
City Reimagined
The City reimagined project aims to transform Trenčín’s public spaces into places where people like to be. The idea is to make the streets, squares or housing estates welcoming and open to everyone. We want you to enjoy these places to the fullest, without visual chaos, with space to meet, relax and have new experiences. […]
Culture community meeting
This project brings life to neighbourhoods outside the centre of Trenčín, connecting communities and promoting cultural activities where people live. It seeks to give residents the opportunity to actively participate in shaping the cultural programme right in their neighbourhoods, from informal picnics to theatre performances. Thanks to these meetings, a strong community is emerging — […]
Garage
The Garage is the smallest stage of the Pohoda festival, which symbolizes the beginnings of the bands. Every year after the festival, in cooperation with Trenčín 2026, it moves to the city of Trenčín and for a few weeks it turns into a cultural space with its own programme. The Garage’s ambition is not […]