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SUMMARY:World Tourism Day
DESCRIPTION:Between 25 and 27 September 2026\, Novo Mesto will mark World Tourism Day\, organised by TIC Novo Mesto in cooperation with local tourism providers. \nVisitors can look forward to a variety of events\, activities\, presentations and tours. The programme will bring together events on Glavni trg\, presentations of the local tourism offer\, activities and providers on Trška gora\, as well as opportunities to explore the town by e-bike. The event aims to bring Novo Mesto’s tourism offer closer to local residents and visitors while highlighting the importance of cooperation among local providers. \nFrom Friday to Sunday\, TIC Novo Mesto will host Open Days\, featuring the Send a Greeting from Novo Mesto campaign and promotional materials. The main programme will take place on Saturday alongside the Novo Mesto Market. Visitors will be able to see a presentation of e-bikes and the Cviček Mobile\, while the Rudolf’s Raft will offer a promotional ride. Transport will also be available between Novo Mesto and Trška gora\, making it possible to visit the Štruklijada na pušelšanku event at Verček Wine Cottage and the Open Wineyard Cottages. \nWorld Tourism Day\, celebrated around the world on 27 September\, will this year be held under the theme “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence for Transforming Tourism”. In Novo Mesto\, the event will also provide an opportunity to connect\, discover the local tourism offer and reflect on the future of tourism. Together\, we are creating a place where tourism is more than just travel – it is an opportunity for connection\, respect and inspiration.
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/world-tourism-day/
LOCATION:Glavni trg\, Glavni trg\, Novo mesto\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Gastronomy,Social Activities and Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Play: Kette
DESCRIPTION:Zavod Novo mesto and the Janez Trdina Cultural Centre invite you to the opera musical Kette\, taking place on Thursday\, 1 October 2026\, at 7.30 pm at the Janez Trdina Cultural Centre. \nAbout the play \nAn opera musical in which the echo of Kette’s heart resounds and his lyrical soul is reflected. \nThe opera musical Kette is an extensive musical theatre work focusing on the poet Dragotin Kette (1876–1899)\, with particular emphasis on his connection to Novo Mesto. In addition to exploring the poet’s short and intense life\, the work features an emotional love story that runs like a thread throughout the entire play and provides its dramatic tension. Although the poet Kette is at the centre of a tragic story\, he also radiates a profound love of life and a strong desire to create. This is also the most powerful message conveyed by the libretto and music. \nThe play takes the audience from Kette’s grammar-school years in Ljubljana\, marked by youthful playfulness\, spiritedness and an extraordinarily mature struggle for Slovenian identity\, through his relationship with his uncle\, his conflicts with Bishop Missia and the teaching staff\, to his arrival in Novo Mesto. In the music\, the city comes to life as an optimistic and bright place\, closely associated with Kette’s great love for Angela. This section highlights his poetry inspired by the Krka River\, Novo Mesto’s Glavni trg and Kapitelj\, while also tracing the events that influenced the poet’s departure for military service. In the second act\, we witness the beginning of Kette’s illness during his military service\, and his world gradually becomes less bright. Memories resurface and\, at the height of renewed hope\, Kette bids farewell. In the closing part of the musical\, the protagonist conveys\, through the libretto and music\, profoundly positive thoughts that leave a lasting impression on the audience. \nThe play is in Slovenian\, lasts two hours and includes an interval. \nEvent website
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/play-kette/
LOCATION:KCJT\, Novi trg 5\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Art and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20261007T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20261007T173000
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SUMMARY:DEKD 2026: Guided Tour – The Park at Grm Castle: Past\, Present and Future
DESCRIPTION:The Novo mesto Tourist Information Centre (TIC Novo mesto) and the Institute for the Protection of Cultural Heritage of Slovenia\, Novo mesto Regional Unit\, are organising a guided tour entitled The Park at Grm Castle: Past\, Present and Future as part of the European Heritage Days 2026 programme. The tour will take place on Wednesday\, 7 October 2026\, at 4 pm at Grm Castle. \nThe central theme of this year’s European Heritage Days (DEKD)\, Heritage in the Whirlwind of Change – Opportunities and Challenges\, aims to highlight the vulnerability of all types of cultural heritage\, including tangible\, movable and intangible heritage\, as well as the related natural heritage (natural assets). More about DEKD 2026 is available via the link. \nAbout the guided tour: \nMitja Simič\, BSc in Landscape Architecture and Conservation Advisor at the Institute for the Protection of Cultural Heritage of Slovenia\, Novo mesto Regional Unit\, will present the history and development of the area surrounding Grm Castle\, home to the only preserved castle park in the Novo mesto area. \nThe earliest traces of garden design at Grm Castle date back to the Baroque period (late 17th century)\, while more ambitious garden and park layouts emerged in the 19th century. To the west of the castle\, a formal rectangular garden was arranged on a levelled terrace\, following Renaissance-Baroque design principles. On the northern side\, landscaped park areas of a more relaxed style were created on either side of the castle entrance. A chestnut avenue dating from the late 19th century also survives\, leading from the castle towards the former main entrance road to the town (today’s Trdinova Street). Over time\, residential development\, changes in the use of the castle\, and above all the expansion of industry significantly altered the appearance of this area. \nParticipants will learn about the development and significance of the park in the past and present\, its preserved elements\, and questions concerning its future management. The tour will also present possibilities for revitalising the area\, the challenges of protecting cultural heritage\, and the role of the park as a space for quality living\, recreation and sustainable development. Special attention will be given to current initiatives for the restoration of the park areas surrounding Grm Castle and to balancing different interests in the planning of such interventions. \nPlaces are limited. Registrations are accepted by TIC Novo mesto via email at tic@novomesto.si or by phone at +386 41 202 080. \nYou are warmly invited to join us!
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/dekd-2026-guided-tour-the-park-at-grm-castle-past-present-and-future/
LOCATION:Grad Grm\, Skalickega ulica 1\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:History and Heritage
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SUMMARY:Exhibition Opening: A Fortress of Resistance and Spirit
DESCRIPTION:The Centre for Public History\, Faculty of Arts\, University of Ljubljana\, warmly invites you to the opening of the exhibition A Fortress of Resistance and Spirit\, which will take place on Thursday\, 8 October 2026\, at 6.00 pm at Miran Jarc Library\, Novo mesto. \nAs part of the Year of Heritage and to mark the 80th anniversary of liberation\, researchers from the Centre for Public History at the Department of History\, Faculty of Arts\, University of Ljubljana\, have prepared the exhibition A Fortress of Resistance and Spirit: The University of Ljubljana during the Occupation and the Liberation Movement\, 1941–1945. \nEvent website
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/exhibition-opening-a-fortress-of-resistance-and-spirit/
LOCATION:Knjižnica Mirana Jarca Novo mesto\, Rozmanova ulica 28\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Art and Culture,History and Heritage
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SUMMARY:Country lajf – A Full-Day Country Dance Gathering in Dolenjska
DESCRIPTION:Country LAJF invites all lovers of country music\, line dancing and good company to its autumn dance gathering at Hotel Dolenj’c on Saturday\, 10 October 2026\, from 11.00 am onwards. \nThe musical programme will feature playlists compiled from participants’ requests\, with a special focus on country music\, while a DJ set will keep the dance floor lively throughout the day. Participants can also enjoy two dance workshops. The guest instructor will be Maja Štefan\, dance teacher\, choreographer and leader of the Crazy Boots group\, while the second workshop will be led by Petra Metul\, dance teacher\, choreographer and leader of Country LAJF. In addition to the dance programme\, there will be plenty of opportunities to relax and socialise. \nAdvance booking is essential. \nEvent website
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/country-lajf-a-full-day-country-dance-gathering-in-dolenjska/
LOCATION:Hotel Dolenj’c\, Na Brezovici 50\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Nature and Sport,Social Activities and Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20261022T090000
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SUMMARY:Local Heritage Festival Domfest
DESCRIPTION:The Section for Local Heritage and Cultural Heritage at the Association of Slovenian Library Societies\, together with Mirana Jarca Library Novo mesto\, invite you to the 9th Local Heritage Festival – Domfest\, which will take place on Thursday\, 22 October 2026\, at 9:00 am in the Event Atrium. \nThis year’s theme will focus on literary estates and collections in libraries and other cultural institutions\, representing significant written cultural heritage both at the national level and within local communities. The festival aims to explore literary estates from various perspectives: presenting the authors represented in these collections\, the criteria and methods for including estates in library holdings\, the conditions for their preservation and protection\, accessibility and usefulness for different target groups\, opportunities for connecting them with local tourism\, as well as their promotion\, especially among young people. \nThe event will also feature the presentation of the Goropevšek Awards for outstanding achievements in the field of local heritage and cultural heritage\, recognizing contributions of broader social importance that advance local heritage activities in libraries. \nThe event will be held in Slovene. \nEvent website
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/local-heritage-festival-domfest/
LOCATION:Knjižnica Mirana Jarca Novo mesto\, Rozmanova ulica 28\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Art and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Ljubljana:20261030T200000
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SUMMARY:Concert: Fehtarji – Party Animals Tour 26/27
DESCRIPTION:Fehtarji are bringing their Party Animals Tour 26/27 to Novo Mesto. The concert will take place on Friday\, 30 October 2026\, at 8.00 pm in the event marquee at the Hotel Dolenjc. \nFollowing the premiere of their new album Strici so mi povedali at Križanke\, Fehtarji will present their latest songs to audiences across Slovenia while also performing their biggest hits. Visitors can look forward to an evening of energetic music\, great entertainment and the memorable tunes that have become the band’s trademark. \nThe evening’s special musical guests will be Vzrock\, who will add even more excitement to the concert atmosphere. \nEvent website
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/concert-fehtarji-party-animals-tour-26-27/
LOCATION:Hotel Dolenj’c\, Na Brezovici 50\, Novo mesto\, Slovenija\, 8000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Social Activities and Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fehtarji":MAILTO:matic@fehtarji.si
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114
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SUMMARY:9th Novo Mesto Half Marathon (Novomesto21)
DESCRIPTION:The Novo Mesto Half Marathon (Novomesto21) is one of the largest sports and recreational events in south-eastern Slovenia\, attracting numerous runners and visitors to Novo Mesto each year. The event\, which brings together professional athletes\, recreational runners and all enthusiasts of an active lifestyle\, will take place for the ninth consecutive year on 14 and 15 November 2026. \nThe diverse programme includes a half marathon\, shorter-distance runs\, hikes\, children’s races and accompanying events that encourage physical activity\, socialising and intergenerational connection. \nThe event is not only a sporting challenge but also an opportunity to promote Novo Mesto as an attractive destination for active leisure\, offering participants a unique experience of the town and its surroundings in a dynamic and positive atmosphere. \nEvent website.
URL:https://visitnovomesto.si/dogodek/9th-novo-mesto-half-marathon-novomesto21/
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