Ondrej Gomola and Kamaráti Concert
Live music celebrating folk heritage, setting the tone for the festival.
Esencia (Košice Region Traditional Culture Festival)
Esencia – Festival tradičnej kultúry Košického kraja
Košice, Slovakia
Oct 22 - 24, 2026Expected
Each year, the Slovak city of Košice celebrates the traditional culture of its region with Esencia, a three-day festival first held in 2025. Folk music, dance, and craft gather to revive and showcase the heritage of eastern Slovakia, in a young celebration of the deep-rooted customs of the Košice region.
Key moments
Esencia Folklóru Košického kraja Gala
Colorful folk dances and ensemble performances, followed by a joint concert with international artists.
Where it happens
Kunsthalle/Hala umenia
Košice, Slovakia
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Participation by wearing regional folk elements is encouraged
Respect local boundaries
Respect performers. Support and enjoy cultural exhibits.
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
Tickets
Ticket required: €5 - €10
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Esencia (Košice Region Traditional Culture Festival)
Esencia – Festival tradičnej kultúry Košického kraja
Košice, Slovakia
Each year, the Slovak city of Košice celebrates the traditional culture of its region with Esencia, a three-day festival first held in 2025. Folk music, dance, and craft gather to revive and showcase the heritage of eastern Slovakia, in a young celebration of the deep-rooted customs of the Košice region.
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Oct 22 - 24, 2026Expected dates
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The story behind it
Organized by the local cultural center of the Košice Self-Governing Region, Esencia is designed to revive and showcase the region’s folk traditions. It creates a living link between past and future generations through stage performances and exhibits of local folklore patterns (vzory).
Key moments to know
Ondrej Gomola and Kamaráti Concert
Live music celebrating folk heritage, setting the tone for the festival.
Esencia Folklóru Košického kraja Gala
Colorful folk dances and ensemble performances, followed by a joint concert with international artists.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
Participation by wearing regional folk elements is encouraged
Respect local boundaries
Respect performers. Support and enjoy cultural exhibits.
Essentials at a glance
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Oct 22 - 24, 2026
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City / Area
Košice
Košice Region (Eastern Slovakia)
Cost
€5 - €10
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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