Ana Desetnica

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Arts & CultureLjubljana and regional cities
DatesDates TBA · Usually JuneCheck locally before booking
Duration16 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsThe festival was founded in 1998, at the
Language["sl"]Currency: EUR
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Ana Desetnica in Ljubljana and regional cities

Ana Desetnica is an international street theatre festival organized by the Ana Monro Theatre, one of Slovenia's oldest independent theatre groups, founded in 1981 or 1982. Held in late June and early July across more than ten Slovenian cities, it presents outdoor performances of juggling, physical theatre, and improvisational and satirical performance styles, drawing tens of thousands of visitors as one of Slovenia's largest cultural events.

Ana Desetnica traces its roots to Ana Monro Theatre, a company founded in 1981 or 1982 that ranks among Slovenia's oldest independent theatre groups.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The festival was founded in 1998, at the invitation of the Ljubljana Tourist Board, as part of LUV Fest, a citywide celebration of love, art, and wandering, a minor source lists 1999 instead

02

The mystery stays covered

Ana Desetnica brings international and Slovenian street-art performers to outdoor stages across cities that, over its history, have grown to 28 Slovenian locations in total

03

The city starts moving

It is described as the largest and most diverse artistic-cultural-social event in Slovenia

04

The water draws everyone in

The organizing company, Ana Monro Theatre, is one of the country's oldest independent theatre groups and also produces two sister festivals, Ana Plamenita in autumn and Ana Mraz in winter, extending the same street-performance ethos across the calendar year

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The festival extends Ana Monro Theatre's decades-long practice of street and physical theatre into a citywide

Water and renewal

Living ritual

multi-city format

The sacred route

Living ritual

rooted in the 1998 LUV Fest concept of love

The local code

Living ritual

and wandering

Tradition 5

Living ritual

Its emphasis on free outdoor access and international exchange reflects the company's broader mission

Tradition 6

Living ritual

carried forward year-round through its sister festivals Ana Plamenita and Ana Mraz

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually June

Getting around

Stay close enough to the part of Ljubljana and regional cities you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.

What to wear

Light, comfortable summer clothing suits late June and early July weather across Slovenia; comfortable walking shoes matter most, since the festival involves moving between multiple open-air...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Ana Desetnica does not become the hardest part.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

["sl"] · EUR

Family friendly

unknown

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Ljubljana and regional cities, Ljubljana/Slovenia, Slovenia

Nearest airportLJU — Ljubljana Jože Pučnik
TransportStay close enough to the part of Ljubljana and regional cities you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.
Stay areaFor busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Ana Desetnica does not become the hardest part.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Ljubljana and regional cities via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Ljubljana and regional cities, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for June.Compare faresFestival gearLight, comfortable summer clothing suits late June and early July weather across Slovenia; comfortable walking shoes matter most, since the festival involves moving between multiple open-air performance spots in each city. Sun protection is worth carrying for daytime shows in open squares.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Slovenia and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Ana Desetnica?

Ana Desetnica is listed for Past edition: 20 June–5 July 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Ana Desetnica take place?

The festival is listed in Ljubljana and regional cities, Slovenia. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

16 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Ljubljana and regional cities, Ljubljana/Slovenia, Slovenia

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLanamonro.si
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually June
Source statusOfficial source linked
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