Fujara Making Workshop
Attendees observe artisans’ craft up close and learn about the instrument’s heritage.
~10:00
All-Slovak Fujara Players Meeting
Celoslovenské stretnutie fujaristov v Čičmanoch
Čičmany, Slovakia
Sep 17 - 19, 2026ExpectedSource
In the manor park of Čičmany, players of the fujara gather for three days devoted to Slovakia's iconic shepherd's flute. Alongside concerts and folk ensembles, craftsmen demonstrate how the long pipes are made and teach newcomers to play, passing this UNESCO-listed tradition to the next hands.
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Mass for Traditions
Visitors participate respectfully in the service and hear the fujara accompanied by choral singing.
~11:00
Where it happens
Kaštieľ Čičmany
Čičmany, Slovakia
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Plan the timing
Respectful attire for church events
Read the local rhythm
Dress modestly at mass; kindly request photos of performers; avoid stepping on stages
Keep the visit respectful
Attendees should be respectful during church services and concerts; refrain from loud behav...
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Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
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Free events are available.
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REGIONAL COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
All-Slovak Fujara Players Meeting
Celoslovenské stretnutie fujaristov v Čičmanoch
Čičmany, Slovakia
In the manor park of Čičmany, players of the fujara gather for three days devoted to Slovakia's iconic shepherd's flute. Alongside concerts and folk ensembles, craftsmen demonstrate how the long pipes are made and teach newcomers to play, passing this UNESCO-listed tradition to the next hands.
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Sep 17 - 19, 2026Expected dates
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About All-Slovak Fujara Players Meeting
Fujara, inscribed on UNESCO’s intangible heritage list, is Slovakia’s iconic folk instrument. This festival, organized annually in Čičmany, brings together fujarists from across Slovakia (and guests from Poland) for workshops, folklore performances, and communal worship, underscoring the instrument’s cultural significance.
Attendees should be respectful during church services and concerts; refrain from loud behavior during mass
What visitors should understand
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What not to do
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The story behind it
Fujara, inscribed on UNESCO’s intangible heritage list, is Slovakia’s iconic folk instrument. This festival, organized annually in Čičmany, brings together fujarists from across Slovakia (and guests from Poland) for workshops, folklore performances, and communal worship, underscoring the instrument’s cultural significance.
Key moments to know
~10:00Expected
Fujara Making Workshop
Attendees observe artisans’ craft up close and learn about the instrument’s heritage.
~11:00Expected
Mass for Traditions
Visitors participate respectfully in the service and hear the fujara accompanied by choral singing.
How to show up well
respectful presence
Plan the timing
Respectful attire for church events
Read the local rhythm
Dress modestly at mass; kindly request photos of performers; avoid stepping on stages
Keep the visit respectful
Attendees should be respectful during church services and concerts; refrain from loud behavior during mass
Ask before close-up photos
Ask permission
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Sep 17 - 19, 2026
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Čičmany
Central Slovakia
Cost
Free public events available
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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