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SUMMARY:May in the Atrium
DESCRIPTION:We warmly invite you to the “May in the Atrium” event series — a collection of free events open to everyone. \nThe programme is part of the celebrations marking the 140th anniversary of Grm Novo mesto – Centre of Biotechnology and Tourism. \nThroughout May\, the atrium of Hiša kulinarike in turizma and Gostišče na trgu will come alive with inspiring experiences\, creative workshops\, music\, culture\, and community gatherings. The events are being co-created by: \n\nthe scouts of Rod gorjanskih tabornikov\,\nbrain development trainers from Center znanja; Brainobrain Novo mesto\,\nstudents of Glasbena šola Marjana Kozine Novo mesto\,\nmembers of Društvo Šola zdravja\,\nTjaša Sušin and Patricija Gornjec with a unique take on poetry\,\nRIC Novo mesto and the events of the Tedni vseživljenjskega učenja\,\nand Manja Ostrelič with her calming “From Mind to Body” sessions.\n\nProgramme of Events at Gostišče na trgu: \nPOETRY IN A DIFFERENT WAY8 May 2026\, 17:00\, Gostišče na trgu \nTREE OF LEARNING AND FRIENDSHIP11 May 2026\, 16:00–18:00\, Gostišče na trgu \nEXERCISES FOR BRAIN STRENGTH12 May 2026\, 10:00–18:00\, Gostišče na trgu \nMUSICAL INSTRUMENT PRESENTATION13 May 2026\, 17:00\, Gostišče na trgu \nLEARNING AND IMAGINATION THROUGH KAMISHIBAI18 May 2026\, 16:00\, Gostišče na trgu \nEXERCISES FOR BRAIN STRENGTH5\, 12\, 19 and 26 May 2026\, 10:00–12:00 and 14:00–18:00\, Gostišče na trgu \nSCOUTING SKILLS20 May 2026\, 16:00–18:00\, Gostišče na trgu \nStudents and pupils\, together with their professors and mentors\, will also create a special atmosphere in the atrium with unique culinary offerings and thoughtful artistic design of the venue. \nEvent website
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/may-in-the-atrium/
LOCATION:Gostišče na trgu\, Hiša kulinarike in turizma\, Glavni trg 30\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Art and Culture,Children and Youth,Education,Nature and Sport,Social Activities and Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Weeks of Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:The Novo mesto Development and Education Centre (RIC Novo mesto) invites you to follow the events within the Lifelong Learning Weeks (TVU) 2026\, the most prominent national campaign in the field of education and learning in Slovenia. \nTVU has been running since 1996 and is part of an international movement of learning festivals. At the national level\, the project is guided by the National TVU Committee\, operating under the relevant Ministry of Education. The project\, coordinated by the Slovenian Institute for Adult Education in cooperation with numerous organisations\, institutions\, and individuals across Slovenia and abroad\, highlights the importance of learning in all stages of life and in the various roles an individual assumes—as a person\, employee\, and member of society. \nIn 2026\, events will take place from 8 May to 14 June. During this period\, Novo mesto will host a variety of events aimed at spreading knowledge\, exchanging experiences\, and promoting learning in everyday life. \nThe calendar of events for Novo mesto is available at the link. \nYou are warmly invited. \nEvent website.
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/weeks-of-lifelong-learning/
LOCATION:Slovenija
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260522T123322Z
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SUMMARY:22nd Novo mesto Art Days
DESCRIPTION:Dolenjski muzej is organising the 22nd Novo mesto Art Days (Novomeški likovni dnevi) – an international art colony project that will take place in Novo mesto in the setting of Jakčev dom. \nThe art colony will run from 18 to 23 May 2026 and will once again bring recognised visual artists from Slovenia and abroad to Novo mesto. During their stay\, the artists will create works in various artistic techniques and develop new artworks in dialogue with the local environment. \nThe culmination of the colony is an exhibition of the created works\, offering visitors insight into the creative processes of the participating artists as well as contemporary artistic approaches developed within the Novomeške Likovni Dnevi project. \nThe event is part of a long-standing international artistic project that connects creators with the local cultural environment and promotes the development of contemporary visual arts in the region. \nEvent website.
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/22nd-novo-mesto-art-days/
LOCATION:Jakčev dom\, Sokolska ulica 1\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Art and Culture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
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SUMMARY:Cviček Festival
DESCRIPTION:Cviček Festival (Festival cvička) is the central wine and cultural event of the Dolenjska region and has been held in Novo mesto\, the cradle of cviček\, for many years. The festival is dedicated to promoting cviček – a unique Slovenian wine with protected geographical indication – as well as the winegrowing tradition\, culture\, and cuisine of Dolenjska. Each year\, the event attracts numerous visitors\, winegrowers\, winemakers\, and wine enthusiasts from Slovenia and abroad\, making an important contribution to the recognition of the region and its distinctive wine specialty. \nThe story of the Cviček Festival is created by the Zavod Novo mesto in cooperation with the Association of Dolenjska Winegrowers’ Societies and the Novo mesto Students’ Association. The event\, where winegrowing tradition\, youthful energy\, and a modern approach to wine culture intertwine and complement one another\, is one of the largest events in the Dolenjska region. \nThe programme includes a parade of winegrowers’ societies\, tastings of award-winning wines\, a rich culinary offering\, wine tastings at wine stalls\, a cultural and musical programme\, and the Cviček Court – the selection of the King of Cviček\, the Ambassador of Cviček\, and the Cviček Princess. \nA rich accompanying programme offers free guided tours of Novo mesto\, children’s entertainment\, and the Cviček Tourism Academy with an expert symposium – an event that opens discussion on wine-drinking culture\, winemaking\, and experiencing wine through modern approaches and a long-term vision. \nPROGRAMME\nFRIDAY · 22 MAY · GLAVNI TRG\n\n4.00 pm – Tasting of Award-Winning Wines (Gostilna Na trgu\, last entry at 11.00 pm)\n5.00 pm – Parade of Winegrowers’ Associations\n6.30 pm – Novo mesto Town Band and the Novo mesto Majorettes Club\n7.00 pm – Official Opening of the 5th Cviček Festival and the 54th Cviček Week\n8.00 pm – Sympatic Ensemble and Friday Pumpa Party\n9.00 pm – Crowning of the King of Cviček and Announcement of the Cviček Ambassador\n10.00 pm – Gadi Band\n\nSATURDAY · 23 MAY · GLAVNI TRG\n\n12.00 pm – Cviček Goulash Competition (winner announcement at 4.00 pm)\n4.00 pm – Tasting of Award-Winning Wines (Gostilna Na trgu\, last entry at 11.00 pm)\n2.00 pm – Čuki\, Vila Eksena and Clown Žare (children’s programme)\n4.00 pm – Award Ceremony of the Slovenian Salami Makers’ Association\n5.00 pm – Award Ceremony of the Knightly Wine Evaluation\n6.00 pm – Presentation of Awards and Medals from the Wine Evaluation of the 54th Cviček Week\n6.00 pm – Cvičkarija (wine and culinary evening with Adi Smolar\, Bistro Situla\, atrium)\n7.00 pm – Welcome of Local Wine Queens\n7.30 pm – Dolenjskih 5 Ensemble\n9.00 pm – Selection and Crowning of the 27th Cviček Princess\n10.00 pm – Saša Lendero\n10.45 pm – Čuki\n\nACCOMPANYING PROGRAMME\n\n11th Meeting of Vineyard Choirs · Friday\, 8 May\, 6.00 pm · Trebnje Cultural Centre\n13th Hike along Slak’s Trail · Saturday\, 9 May\, 9.00 am (gathering from 8.00 am) · Grm Agricultural School\nAcademy of Cviček Tourism · Wednesday\, 13 May\, 10.00 am · Atrium of the Miran Jarc Library Novo mesto\nWine and the Wine-Growing Region: free lecture and wine tasting with oenologist Blaž Pečarič from the Novo mesto Institute of Agriculture and Forestry · Wednesday\, 20 May\, 5.00 pm · TIC Novo mesto\nThe Wine Story of Novo mesto: free guided tour of Novo mesto’s old town centre with a local tourist guide focusing on viticulture · Saturday\, 23 May\, 2.00 pm · TIC Novo mesto\n\nCviček Festival is not merely a wine event\, but a celebration of Dolenjska’s identity\, socialising\, and pride in local heritage. \nEvent website
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/festival-cvicka/
LOCATION:Glavni trg\, Glavni trg\, Novo mesto\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Gastronomy,History and Heritage,Social Activities and Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Exhibition Opening: Nina Tomšič Polegek – Deep
DESCRIPTION:Galerija ULTI invites visitors to the opening of the exhibition by Nina Tomšič Polegek\, titled Deep\, taking place on Friday\, 22 May 2026 at 18:00. \nThe exhibition presents five paintings created in mixed media on canvas. Visitors are invited to engage with a rich visual narrative that explores the artist’s unique investigation of identity\, symbolism\, and the complexity of visual expression. The exhibition will be introduced at the opening by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kiki Klimt\, together with the artist. The musical programme will be provided by pianist Eva Zec. \nOn 3 June 2026\, the artist will also lead a guided tour of the exhibition. \nThe event will be held in Slovene. \nEvent website
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/exhibition-opening-nina-tomsic-polegek-deep/
LOCATION:Galerija ULTI\, Glavni trg 1\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Art and Culture
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