Last updated: December 01, 2024
Looking for a guide to Christmas events in Zilina? Our comprehensive overview presents all festive activities in the city, from traditional markets to cultural performances.
Marianske Square transforms into the center of Christmas celebrations with traditional stalls offering regional specialties and handmade products. Visitors can discover the Christmas atmosphere on National Street, where local ensembles perform, and in Rosenfeld Palace, which hosts seasonal exhibitions. The boulevard connects all main celebration venues and offers pleasant walks between individual events.
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Unique combination of traditional Christmas treats and handmade crafts.
The Christmas markets on Mariánske námestie and Námestie Andreja Hlinku offer a wide range of traditional Christmas treats, handmade crafts, and cultural programs.
Where: Žilina | More Info: Christmas Markets on the Square
Christmas markets with the unique feature of serving wine and punch in reusable city cups.
The Christmas markets in Banská Bystrica offer a wide range of traditional holiday treats, from roasted sausages and langos to sweets and hot drinks. The food stalls are open daily from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Where: Banská Bystrica | More Info: Christmas Markets in Banská Bystrica
A special visit from Saint Nicholas with local crafts and seasonal delicacies.
The festive atmosphere of Žilina comes alive with the arrival of Saint Nicholas, featuring charming stalls filled with seasonal treats, handcrafted gifts, and local delicacies. Families gather to admire decorations and enjoy holiday performances, while children have the chance to meet Saint Nicholas himself. It's a wonderful way to celebrate the season with the community.
Where: Žilina | More Info: Saint Nicholas in the Town and Christmas Markets
The arrival of St. Nicholas is a unique event that combines traditions and modern elements.
The arrival of St. Nicholas is a traditional Slovak event that brings spirituality and joy with the coming of St. Nicholas.
Where: Žilina | More Info: The Arrival of Saint Nicholas
Musical performances with concerts by Eva Máziková and the Kortina group.
The Festival seniorov is filled with musical performances, culminating in concerts by Eva Máziková and the Kortina group. It will take place on Mariánske námestie in Žilina.
Where: Žilina | More Info: Festival of Seniors
Three-day festival with a diverse program.
The Žilinský literárny festival is a three-day event filled with a diverse program that takes you into the world of comics, architecture, the Middle Ages, travel, children's experiences, and poetic dimensions.
Where: Žilina | More Info: Žilina Literary Festival
Unique reconstruction of Liptov village history.
The Liptov Village Museum in Pribylina is a skanzen that preserves the history of Liptov villages. Located in the area of the Liptov Museum in Ružomberok, it features replicas of wooden houses from the area flooded by the Liptovská Mara dam. The exhibits showcase the living conditions of various social classes in Liptov during the transition from the 19th to the 20th century.
Where: Pribylina | More Info: Museum of Liptov Village Christmas
The uniqueness lies in promoting a healthy lifestyle through books and physical activities for children.
Žilinské dni zdravia will take place on Thursday, September 26, in Žilina at Mariánske námestie. It will promote a healthy lifestyle through books and magazines from the Žilina Regional Library's collection. Children will be presented with stories from books, play social games, and engage in various physical activities. For the youngest, coloring pages and games to practice fine motor skills will be prepared.
Where: Žilina | More Info: Žilina Days of Health