Opening Night at Stara Elektrarna
Ticketed event; visitors gather for the first showcase and meet festival organizers.
~19:00
Mladi Levi Festival (Young Lions Festival)
FestivMladi Levi (Mlade levove)
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Aug 22 - 31, 2026ExpectedSource
Each August, the city of Ljubljana hosts Mladi Levi, an international festival of contemporary performing arts. Avant-garde theater, dance, and sound by emerging and established artists fill the late-summer days, in a celebration of creative experiment running since 1998.
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Day 1 · Aug 22
Where it happens
Stara Elektrarna
Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Plan the timing
Some knowledge of Slovenian or English (many shows in Slovene with translations)
Arrive before peak flow
Arrive on time and refrain from using phones/lights during performances.
Respect local boundaries
No flash photography during performances; show respect for actors.
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
Tickets
Ticket required: €1
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Mladi Levi Festival (Young Lions Festival)
FestivMladi Levi (Mlade levove)
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Each August, the city of Ljubljana hosts Mladi Levi, an international festival of contemporary performing arts. Avant-garde theater, dance, and sound by emerging and established artists fill the late-summer days, in a celebration of creative experiment running since 1998.
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The story behind it
Started in 1998 as a platform for new and experimental performing arts, Mladi Levi emphasizes creative freedom and social engagement. It reflects Slovenia’s investment in contemporary arts after independence and contributes to Ljubljana’s identity as a creative hub for performance. The festival often transforms city venues, linking community spaces like the Old Power Station and city theaters into its program.
Key moments to know
Day 1Aug 22~19:00Expected
Opening Night at Stara Elektrarna
Ticketed event; visitors gather for the first showcase and meet festival organizers.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
Some knowledge of Slovenian or English (many shows in Slovene with translations)
Arrive before peak flow
Arrive on time and refrain from using phones/lights during performances.
Respect local boundaries
No flash photography during performances; show respect for actors.
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Prohibited
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Aug 22 - 31, 2026
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Ljubljana
Ljubljana theater and performing arts community
Cost
€1
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Very High visitor welcome
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