Weekend programme at the library: books, coffee and experiences
On Saturday, the Michal Rešetka Public Library will become a vibrant place with multiple layers of programming. Visitors can enjoy regular opening hours with a selection of books, coffee, and small merchandise, as well as the outdoor project Time Machine—a cardboard figure of Michal Rešetka, a commemorative badge, and a virtual gallery of notable personalities. […]
Concert NEEVE (DE)
NEEVE is a rising indie pop band from Hamburg that has been gaining international attention for its captivating sound and honest lyrics addressing themes such as mental health, panic attacks, and toxic masculinity. The band was formed in 2018 by brothers Felix and Axel Seyboth together with their cousin Marius Spohrer, and has gradually developed […]
Concert Midi Lidi (CZ)
The electropop band Midi Lidi was formed in 2006 and is considered one of the mainstays of the Czech and Slovak music scenes. The group is known for its original fusion of electronic music, humor, a strong visual identity, and a significant crossover into film, theatre, and television. Their debut album Čekání na robota was […]
Concert Lash & Grey
Lash&Grey rank among the most distinctive and successful musical acts to have emerged in Slovakia in recent years. Their original songwriting, elegance, and exceptional musical maturity have opened the doors to the world’s most prestigious stages—from the legendary Carnegie Hall in New York, through festivals in Mexico City and Paris, to leading European jazz scenes […]
Concert Karol Mikloš
A Slovak singer, songwriter, and producer known for his distinctive blend of indie pop, alt-rock, and electronic elements. His emotional songs, marked by a powerful voice and poetic lyrics, have secured a strong place on the Slovak music scene.
Concert Martin Majlo Štefánik & Mucha Quartet
A concert collaboration between multi-instrumentalist Martin Majlo Štefánik and the string Mucha Quartet. This musical dialogue between contemporary jazz and classical music will offer a unique sonic experience of the evening.
Concert Bez ladu a skladu & Lucerka
The legendary Trenčín-based band Bez ladu a skladu is one of the key names of Slovak alternative rock. Active since the 1980s, the group is known for its distinctive style, critical lyrics, and characteristic sound. Guests: DH Lucerka
Concert BOVIY (DE)
The German alt-pop artist BOVIY is a rebel with a clear message, whose music sensitively—yet without pathos—reflects current social issues. Her confident art-pop sound combines cutting-edge modern production with elements of pop, indietronica, and experimental synthesizers, earning her recognition from VOGUE Germany as one of the most promising new faces of the German music scene. […]
Concert Jana Kirschner, guests Štefan Štec, Military Band Banská Bystrica a Nina Kohout
The evening concert at Peace Square will feature an exceptional collaboration between Jana Kirschner, Štefan Štec, Military Band Banská Bystrica and Nina Kohout, creating a powerful and unique musical experience.
Concert Nina Kohout
Singer and songwriter Nina Kohout is known for her darkly poetic art pop. Her concert will offer an intimate atmosphere and a powerful musical statement from a representative of the younger generation of Slovak female artists.
Theatre performance Municipal Theatre Zlín & Bohuslav Martinů Philharmonic (CZ): EGBDF (Finding the Right Note)
Director: Patrik Lančarič Dramaturgy: Vladimír Fekar Set design: Michal Syrový Costumes: Michaela Semotánová Music: André Previn Translation: Zuzana Josková Musical direction: Jakub Klecker (conductor) Ensemble: Bohuslav Martinů Philharmonic Orchestra Movement collaboration: Hana Achilles Running time: 70 minutes Two men in a psychiatric hospital. Ivanov is a real patient, a schizophrenic who hears an orchestra in […]
Acrobatic–dance performance Company Sacude (ES): Euforia
The Spanish artistic collective Sacude brings its high-energy aerial acrobatics show EUFORIA to Trenčín. Prepare for a breathtaking, multidisciplinary aerial performance that fuses acrobatics, dance, and live DJ music into one pulsating experience. On a ten-metre-high flying glass platform, an exhilarating celebration of movement, freedom, and the joy of life unfolds before the audience’s eyes. […]
Concert Emma Drobná
Singer Emma Drobná will perform as part of the Saturday evening programme. With her distinctive voice and popular hits, she appeals to a wide audience and will bring both energy and sensitivity to the opening of the cultural year.
Concert Fallgrapp
A concert by the popular Slovak band Fallgrapp, known for blending electronic music, acoustic instruments, and poetic lyrics. Their performance will deliver an atmospheric experience on one of the main stages of Saturday evening, following the opening show.
Opening gala programme: Manifest Trenčín 2026
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 […]