Moste Open 2026: A Neighbourhood in Full Swing

Across different corners of the cultural quarter, contemporary dance met urban dance practices, oriental dance, circus, improvised music and creative activities organised by local initiatives. The programme featured Italian choreographer Pablo Girolami, En–Knap Group, an international ensemble of dancers from the Slovenian Contemporary Dance Association, Fuskabo Circus, dancers from KUD Baladi, young performers from Minimundo Dance School and Katja Dance Company. DJ Cianid and Tomaž Grom from Zavod Sploh shaped the musical programme, while Koala Voice brought the evening to a close with a live concert.

Between performances, visitors could take part in dance and creative workshops, explore the market, exchange ideas and engage in a wide range of activities organised by the event’s partners. Ljubljana Mayor Zoran Janković honoured the event with his visit and a speech, confirming that Moste Cultural Quartier will be expanded with the new studio and residency centre by spring 2027.

The story began nine years ago as a collaboration between organisations, associations, schools and individuals active in the neighbourhood. Today, it is more than an annual event marking the beginning of the season. Each edition explores what happens when cultural institutions step beyond their own walls and engage with their immediate surroundings. When the street becomes a stage, passers-by become an audience, and the neighbourhood itself takes an active role in shaping the programme.

Year after year, Moste Open reminds us that culture does not always need new venues – sometimes it simply needs to step outside. In Moste, the space for it is already here: in the streets, in the parks, and among the organisations and people who shape the neighbourhood every day.

Thank you to all the participating organisations, artists, partners and visitors who helped bring this year's season kick-off to life. We thank Mladinska postaja Moste for once again joining us in organising the event, and Ljubljana Tourism for supporting the ongoing development of the Moste Cultural Quarter.