Dozens of artists and art collectives applied to the 10th anniversary edition of the Pohoda Visual Art Contest this year. The expert jury ultimately selected Repropaganda, a project by Slovak artist Sam Heet Drevenák. The winning work, which will become part of the Pohoda 2026 festival grounds, responds to the symbols of Russian propaganda and, through a simple yet powerful gesture, transforms their meaning into an expression of solidarity with Ukraine and a rejection of imperialism. → read more

On Thursday, 9 July at 10:00, the festival day will begin with Pohoda Parade – a unique procession of mobile sound systems bringing together the collectives Nočná, Cruise, Bruxa and Blasfémia. Joining forces with Nová Cvernovka and Cyklokuchyňa, they will bring the sound of today’s underground scene into broad daylight. The parade will also pay tribute to the legendary DJ Tráva and will conclude with the ever-cheerful Funny Fellows in their iconic vintage car. → read more

THE CURE Extra Day is a special day celebrating the 30th edition of the Pohoda festival, taking place on Wednesday, 8 July 2026 at Trenčín Airport. The Cure will perform a full concert, preceded by Just Mustard, The Twilight Sad, and Denis Bango. The night will continue with an afterparty featuring DJ Hiroko Yamamura and other events. The venue, with its bars, services, and various activities, will remain open all night. → read more

To mark the landmark 30th edition of our festival, we have teamed up with Edisonline to bring you a wonderful movie gift – a symbolic 30 days of streaming completely free of charge. Bring the festival vibe right into your living room and explore the very best of European and global independent cinema.   → read more

Lixx is one of the key figures who has helped shape the Slovak drum & bass scene over the years. After more than two decades behind the decks, he has developed a distinctive style built on refined selection, technical precision, and a strong sense of atmosphere. His sets are driven by mood, detail, and music that combines depth, emotion, and energy. You can experience it for yourself on Friday at Curious City 18+. → read more

On Thursday 9 July, ESET Science Stage will host Operation Hope, a unique eight-hour discussion and fundraising marathon. Running from 11:00 to 19:00, the programme will feature more than twenty guests from Slovakia, Czechia and Ukraine discussing the war, European security, disinformation, support for Ukraine and the future of Europe. Throughout the event, visitors will also be able to contribute to a fundraiser for evacuation ambulances serving Ukraine. → read more

Slovakia’s largest digital bank is partnering with Pohoda for the 17th time. This year, it will once again bring plenty of fun, experiences, and convenience, visually aligning with the festival's space theme. → read more

Would you like to speed up your entry to Pohoda and get your festival wristband in advance? From Friday, 26 June to Sunday, 28 June, you can exchange your Pohoda 2026 tickets for festival wristbands at 11 selected Slovenská sporiteľňa branches across Slovakia. The branches are located in all regional capitals, and the exchange service is available to all visitors, regardless of whether they are clients of Slovenská sporiteľňa. → read more

We have good news for everyone who wants to enjoy Pohoda 2026 more comfortably and without the hassle of bringing their own tent. We have increased our accommodation capacity by 40 additional four-day Tent Inn Black & Fresh Plus triple tents, which are now available in our e-shop. → read more

Amid the concerts and festival buzz at Pohoda, you will also find spaces dedicated to opening up crucial social topics. One of them is the Whistleblower Protection Office hub, presenting their powerful message "Speaking up is gold" (Nemlčať je zlato). As an independent state institution, the office fights deep-rooted stereotypes and promotes a culture of speaking up for a fairer society.   → read more