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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="RIC Novo mesto":MAILTO:ric@ric-nm.si
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260522T123322Z
CREATED: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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ORGANIZER;CN="Dolenjski muzej":MAILTO:dolenjski.muzej@dolenjskimuzej.si
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260508T065859Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
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SUMMARY:Hike: Golica (1836 m)
DESCRIPTION:The Novo Mesto Hiking Association invites you to a hike to Mount Golica\, taking place on Saturday\, 23 May 2026\, with departure at 7:00 from in front of OŠ Bršljin. \nGolica is a peak in the Western Karawanks above Jesenice. It is best known for its daffodil meadows\, which attract many hikers\, especially in May. Both from the mountain hut and from the summit\, there are beautiful views of the Austrian state of Carinthia\, as well as the Julian Alps and the Ljubljana Basin. \nEvent website.
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/hike-golica-1836-m/
LOCATION:OŠ Bršljin\, Kočevarjeva ulica 40\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Nature and Sport
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ORGANIZER;CN="PD Novo mesto":MAILTO:info@pdnm.si
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20260523T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20260523T140000
DTSTAMP:20260311T130231Z
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SUMMARY:100 Women Hike on Trška Gora
DESCRIPTION:The Jaz ženska community invites you to the second 100 Women Hike on Trška Gora\, an event offering the perfect opportunity for socialising\, enjoying nature\, and connecting with both natural and inner energy. The hike will take place on Saturday\, 23 May 2026\, starting at 8:00 am at the Trška Gora Entry Point. \nRoute description:The hike will begin at 8:00 am at the foot of Trška Gora in Sevno\, near the Centre for Biotechnology and Tourism Grm Novo mesto\, where organised parking is available. The route passes the vineyard house of composer Marjan Kozina\, marking the first stop and a pleasant surprise. The hike continues to Zidanica Teropšič\, where participants will enjoy a warm welcome and a snack. After a short break and taking in views of the Krka River valley and the green Gorjanci hills\, the hike continues to the summit of Trška Gora\, where participants can relax in the shade of the linden trees and enjoy a guided meditation accompanied by the sounds of birds. The hike then descends back to the starting point. \nThe hike is suitable for anyone able to walk gentle slopes. The total route is under 7 km\, with walking taking approximately 2 hours. Including stops\, socialising\, a snack\, and meditation\, the entire event lasts around 5 hours\, with participants expected to return to the starting point between 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm. \nThe hike will be led by Marjanca Trščinar Antić\, founder of the Jaz ženska community\, life coach\, hypnotherapist\, and experienced guide. \nInformation and registration via link.Event website.
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/100-women-hike-on-trska-gora/
LOCATION:Vstopna točka Trška gora\, Sevno 13\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Health and Well-Being,Nature and Sport,Social Activities and Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20260523T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20260523T153000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour: The Wine Story of Novo mesto
DESCRIPTION:As part of the accompanying programme of the Cviček Festival 2026\, the Novo mesto Tourist Information Centre (TIC Novo mesto) invites you to a free guided tour of Novo mesto’s town centre\, dedicated to the rich wine-growing tradition of the area. \nThe tour\, led by a local tourist guide\, will take place on Saturday\, 23 May 2026\, at 2 pm. The meeting and finishing point will be at TIC Novo mesto on Glavni trg. \nDuring the walk through the old town centre\, participants will discover the historical connection between Novo mesto and viticulture\, the importance of the vineyard areas on the surrounding hills – especially Trška gora – and the development of wine culture\, which has shaped the life and identity of the town throughout the centuries. \nThe guided tour offers an engaging insight into the wine tradition of the Dolenjska region while also allowing visitors to experience the vibrant festival atmosphere. \nThe tour is free of charge. For organisational purposes\, registrations are appreciated via tic@novomesto.si or +386 41 202 080\, although participants are also welcome to join the tour on the day of the event without prior registration. \nYou can view the full programme of the Cviček Festival 2026 via the link. \nYou are warmly invited!
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/guided-tour-the-wine-story-of-novo-mesto/
LOCATION:TIC Novo mesto\, Glavni trg 11\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Gastronomy,History and Heritage
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ORGANIZER;CN="TIC Novo mesto":MAILTO:tic@novomesto.si
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20260523T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20260523T233000
DTSTAMP:20260520T122654Z
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SUMMARY:Cvičkarija 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Novo Mesto Students (Društvo novomeških študentov) invites you to Cvičkarija 2026\, which will take place as part of the Cviček Festival on Saturday\, 23 May 2026\, on the terrace of Bistro Situla in Novo Mesto. \nCvičkarija returns in a more boutique\, terrace-style format while maintaining the recognisable energy and tradition of the Always Cvičk event. \nThe programme features a concert by Adi Smolar (20:00–21:30) and a DJ set by Zeleno sonce (from 22:00 onwards)\, along with a supporting wine tasting experience and contemporary culinary offerings with an emphasis on cviček wine. \nTickets are available via Entrio. \nEvent website.
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/cvickarija-2026/
LOCATION:Bistro Situla\, Dilančeva ulica 1\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Gastronomy,Social Activities and Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dru%C5%A1tvo novome%C5%A1kih %C5%A1tudentov":MAILTO:info@drustvo-dns.si
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20260523T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20260523T233000
DTSTAMP:20260520T124353Z
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SUMMARY:Pečo fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:The public is invited to Pumpnca in Novo Mesto for Pečo Fest 2026\, taking place on Saturday\, 23 May 2026. \nThese are the times when it is once again time for Pečo Fest. The stage will host five musical acts that will deliver a dynamic and energetic evening\, provided the audience gives them the opportunity. The programme will run in the following order: \n• ŠTALA / punk\, Novo Mesto• TAHIJEVI KMETOVI / old school punk\, Karlovac• KAVEKANEM / Železniki\, d-beat• JAGODEKRŠKO / Slavka Sela\, hardcore/punk• TAVŽNTROŽA / rock’n’roll punk\, Dolenjske Toplice \nThe event is intended for invited guests as well as all lovers of punk music\, critical thinking\, and relaxed socialising. The organisers will be pleased by your attendance and support. \nEvent website.
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/peco-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Pumpnca\, Foersterjeva ulica 5\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Art and Culture
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