Opening Ceremony
Ceremonial speeches by beekeeping leaders; ribbon-cutting. Visitors can hear introductions to the fair's theme and special programs.
APIS Slovenia | Europe
Celje, Slovenia
Mar 14 - 15, 2026ConfirmedSource
Each year the town of Celje hosts Slovenia's biggest beekeeping fair, with stalls of honey, hives, and the newest tools of the trade, plus plenty of talks for the country's many beekeepers. Slovenia has more beekeepers per person than anywhere in the world, and APIS is a proud celebration of that love of the hive.
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Celjski sejem
Celje, Slovenia
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Visitors may freely explore stands; respect beekeeping demonstrations and follow guidance w...
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Crowd level: high.
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Ticket required: €5 - €10
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APIS Slovenia | Europe
Celje, Slovenia
Each year the town of Celje hosts Slovenia's biggest beekeeping fair, with stalls of honey, hives, and the newest tools of the trade, plus plenty of talks for the country's many beekeepers. Slovenia has more beekeepers per person than anywhere in the world, and APIS is a proud celebration of that love of the hive.
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Beekeeping is deeply ingrained in Slovenian culture; Slovenia has the most beekeepers per capita in the world and inscribed beekeeping on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list. APIS Slovenia represents a cornerstone of this tradition, gathering local and international beekeepers to share knowledge and celebrate their heritage. Since 1978 it has been an annual meeting of the beekeeping community.
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Opening Ceremony
Ceremonial speeches by beekeeping leaders; ribbon-cutting. Visitors can hear introductions to the fair's theme and special programs.
Expert Lecture Series
Attendees of all levels (hobbyist to professor) learn latest research and techniques, participate in Q&A.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
Casual outdoor attire
Read the local rhythm
Interest in learning about bees
Respect local boundaries
Visitors may freely explore stands; respect beekeeping demonstrations and follow guidance when at hives. It’s p...
Dress for the setting
Wear modest, practical attire suitable for a public indoor fair. No special dress code.
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Mar 14 - 15, 2026
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Celje
Styria (Štajerska)
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€5 - €10
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