Summer in Ljubljana: discover the best Summer activities and festivals

Ljubljana is truly magical during the Summer. The city is full of tourists, vibrant energy and cool events. A lot of interesting festivals happen outdoors so you can enjoy great music and entertainment under the sun and stars. In Slovenia we just love socialising with great music and dancing, delicious food and ice cold drinks. Discover the best Summer activities and festivals in Ljubljana where you can share your memories with the locals.

1. MOVIE UNDER THE STARS / Summer cinema at Ljubljana Castle / From 11 July to 3 August 2019, every day at 21:30.

Film Under the Stars is an open-air cinema in the magical setting of Ljubljana Castle’s courtyard. In the most starry cinema in the city you can watch a selection of the most resounding films of the past cinema season, complemented by premieres and avant-premieres.  The films are screened in their original language with Slovenian subtitles; non-English language films also include English subtitles. Check the programme HERE.

2. ANA DESETNICA / At Prešeren Square and various outdoor venues in Ljubljana / From 7. to 6.7. 2019

The Ana Desetnica Street Theatre Festival changes the streets of Ljubljana into a stage for a few days, where the audience also participates in performances. Every year this international street theatre festival means reunion for a large number of street artistes, clowns, circus performers, jugglers, tightrope walkers, fire-eaters, musicians, dancers and actors from Slovenia and abroad. Kids and grownups – you will definitely love this festival because it is always full of joy and laughter!

3. LJUBLJANA FESTIVAL /Various venues / From 6. to 14.9.2019

The festival’s rich programme of concert, opera, and ballet events features internationally renowned artists, including some of the world’s most recognised namesin music and performing arts.