Programme cycles

"I'm about to go and plant ..." is a famous song by one of the most famous Slovenian film characters named Kekec, which best illustrates the goal of the subscription aimed at the youngest audience - to open the door to the magical world of theatre and nurture a lifelong love for it.

Even Aristotle defined humour as an indispensable element of a civilised society. It is this refined ability to recognise when, to whom, and what to laugh at that distinguishes us from chimpanzees.

Art Camp is a green oasis and the creative heart of summer in the city, focusing on community, socialising, inclusion, and creativity.

It is the only festival in the world with its own verb: "to lent" (lentati). What does it mean? Each visitor will offer their own explanation. To enjoy, to discover, to socialise, to live to the fullest? All of this!

Festival Maribor stands out from both the Slovenian and international perspectives, as it is based on a model that breaks stereotypes, promotes intensive communication, and attracts new audiences.

Creativity, contemporaneity, cosmopolitanism and relevance are the qualities that distinguish this cycle, which successfully measures the global musical pulse and originality in the field of jazz and world music.

The diversity and ingenuity of the Chamber Cycle programmes gives you the possibility to enjoy rare performances, and to explore as well as broaden your (not only) musical horizons.

What lies hidden behind the theatre curtains? How is an exhibition curated? Who makes puppets? How does an archive care for centuries-old documents? What does a sound engineer do? And a stage manager? A curator? A producer?

A careful selection of content and genres, expert collaborators, rich production experience, and strong bonds with the most esteemed Slovenian artists have resulted in productions that have successfully conquered stages all across the country.

The Youth Cycle concerts give young listeners the opportunity to recognise and appreciate quality music, experience it collectively with other visitors, and - most importantly - enjoy it!

By hosting the greatest and most sought-after classical musicians, the Orchestral Cycle guarantees a superb concert offer comparable to those of the leading musical centres of the world.

Its rich experience, professional knowledge, innovation, and a highly skilled team make Narodni dom Maribor one of the most respected partners in cultural and artistic event production.

As a generator of artistic and creative collaboration between domestic and foreign artists, Narodni dom Maribor plays a major role in shaping Slovenia's cultural landscape.

We continue the tradition of promenade concerts, which have been held since 1890, when the music pavilion was built in the park and became one of the most pleasant and popular meeting points in the city.

Within the walls of the oldest bourgeois building in the city, the freshest, most advanced and boldest ideas are at home. And their small and large creators.

It's the friendliest corner of the festive city, where good thoughts and wishes dwell and where everything bubbles with curiosity and creativity. A place where imagination reigns and children rule.