World Music Festival Bratislava

The World Music Festival Bratislava 2026 will take place from 17 to 20 September 2026 at various venues across Bratislava. The festival will feature musicians from Armenia, Bulgaria, India, Italy, South Korea, Norway, Slovakia and the Czech Republic.

Program:

Thursday, September 17

Júlia Kozáková – Manuša (SK)

Friday, September 18

Maria Mazzotta (Italy)
The Violin Sisters (India)
Arsen Petrosyan Trio (Armenia) feat. Karin Sarkisjan (SK)

Saturday, September 19

Music Therapy – Workshop
Daaa Chan (South Korea)
OĽUN – NEO (Slovakia)
Michaela Antalová & Adrian Myhr (Slovakia/Norway)
Ethérea
Nina Rosa

Sunday, September 20

Maringotka (Czech Republic)
Mojše Band – Elektro (Slovakia)
Final festival program and showcase concerts.

1. Júlia Kozáková – Manuša (Slovakia)

Thursday, September 17 at 7:00 PM, DK Zrkadlový háj

The festival will be opened by singer Júlia Kozáková, one of the most prominent figures in Slovak world music. In her project, Manuša draws on traditional Romani songs from Slovakia, which she combines with modern jazz and improvisation. The result is a powerful, emotional concert full of authentic stories and exceptional energy.

Why visit?

a unique combination of Romani folklore and jazz,
one of the best Slovak world music projects,
an emotional opening concert of the festival.

2. Maria Mazzotta (Italy)

Friday, September 18 at 7:00 PM, Klarisky Concert Hall

Maria Mazzotta is one of the most respected singers in southern Italy. Her charismatic voice draws from the tradition of the Apulian region, which she enriches with elements of Mediterranean music, flamenco and modern world music. Her concerts are full of emotions, spirited rhythms and strong vocal performances.

Why visit?

one of the biggest stars of the festival,
spirited Italian music,
exceptional voice and captivating energy.

3. The Violin Sisters (India)

Friday, September 18, at 8:00 PM, Klarisky Concert Hall

Indian violinists known as The Violin Sisters bring the fascinating world of South Indian classical music. Their virtuoso playing combines centuries-old musical traditions with modern concert performance, creating a unique cultural experience.

Why visit?

authentic Indian classical music,
virtuoso violin performance,
a rare opportunity to see this style in Slovakia.

4. Arsen Petrosyan Trio feat. Karin Sarkisjan (Armenia / Slovakia)

Friday, September 18 at 9:15 p.m., Klarisky Concert Hall

Armenian virtuoso Arsen Petrosyan is one of the best players of the traditional wind instrument duduk, whose captivating sound has also been made famous by Hollywood films. Together with Slovak singer Karin Sarkisjan, they will bring an emotional concert full of oriental melodies and Armenian musical tradition.

Why visit?

the magical sound of the Armenian duduk,
a unique combination of Armenian and Slovak music,
one of the most anticipated concerts of the festival.

5. Daaa Chan (South Korea)

September 19th at 7:00 p.m., DK Zrkadlový Háj, Bratislava

Korean singer Daaa Chan combines traditional Asian musical heritage with modern world music and electronic elements. Her original musical style brings a fresh perspective on the contemporary Asian scene to the festival.

Why visit?

an original combination of tradition and modern sound,
an exotic musical experience,
one of the most interesting Asian performers of the festival.

6. OĽUN – NEO (Slovakia)

Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 9:00 p.m., DK Zrkadlový háj

The OĽUN Folk Instrument Orchestra will present a new project, NEO, which shows Slovak folklore in a modern form. Traditional melodies are given a contemporary arrangement without losing their authenticity.

Why visit?

modern processing of Slovak folklore,
top Slovak musicians,
a combination of tradition and the present.

7. Michaela Antalová & Adrian Myhr (Slovakia / Norway)

Saturday, 19.09.2026 7:45 p.m., DK Zrkadlový háj

Slovak composer and percussionist Michaela Antalová will join forces with Norwegian double bassist Adrian Myhr. Their music combines jazz, improvisation and folk traditions of Northern Europe into a unique chamber experience.

Why visit?

original international project,
exceptional improvisation,
intimate concert atmosphere.

8. Ethérea

Saturday, 19.09.2026, DK Zrkadlový háj

The Ethérea project creates a dreamy atmosphere by combining vocals, electronics and acoustic instruments. Their music balances between ambient, world music and the contemporary alternative scene.

Why visit?

modern world music,
atmospheric concert,
original sound.

9. Nina Rosa

Saturday, 19.09.2026 at 7:00 p.m, House of Music, Panenská 11, Bratislava

Nina Rosa is one of the discoveries of European world music. Her work combines jazz, folk and contemporary original music into a sensitive and emotional concert program.

Why visit?

beautiful singing performance,
a delicate combination of jazz and folk,
a chamber atmosphere.

10. Maringotka (Česko)

Saturday, 19.9. 2026, House of Music, Panenská 11, Bratislava

The Czech band Maringotka draws on Balkan music, gypsy swing, klezmer and folklore. Their concerts are energetic, danceable and full of positive vibes. Free admission.

Why visit?

excellent concert atmosphere,
Balkan rhythms and gypsy swing,
music that makes it hard to stay seated.

11. Mojše Band – Elektro (Slovakia)

Saturday, 19.9. 2026, House of Music, Panenská 11, Bratislava

The festival will be closed by the Mojše Band – Elektro project, which in an original way connects Jewish musical tradition with electronics, jazz and modern beats. It is an energetic end to the four-day festival.

Why visit?

an unconventional combination of klezmer and electronics,
an energetic finale of the festival,
an original Slovak project.

The entire festival will offer not only concerts, but also workshops, discussions and meetings with artists from Europe and Asia over the course of four days. The World Music Festival Bratislava is one of the most prestigious events of its kind in Slovakia and will once again bring a unique opportunity to discover musical traditions from all over the world in a modern interpretation.

Save the date and come and be inspired by music from different parts of the world!

Location: Bratislava
Date: 17.09.2026 – 20.09.2026
Start: various
Entrance fee: depending on the concert 0 – 12 €

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