Program
Kurentovanje in Ptuj
11-21 February 2023
Lonely Planet singled out Kurentovanje as one of the ten best carnivals in the world, on par with those in Venice, Rio de Janeiro, and New Orleans. The carnival is an excellent opportunity to see not only the door-to-door rounds of Kurents that UNESCO put on its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, but to also observe a number of folk and carnival parades, meet traditional and modern carnival characters, go to a masquerade and so much more. Kurentovanje features a number of parades, the carnival promenade, presentations of traditional costumes, concerts, masquerade balls, exhibitions, and so much more, divided into ArtFest, EtnoFest, and KarnevalFest.
Carnival event
public part of Kurentovanija
Kurentovanje Program Organizer: Ptuj Tourism Institute
CARNIVAL HALL Organizer: Radio Tednik Ptuj doo
2. 2. 2023
Thursday, at midnight, the homestead of Zvonka Križaj - the second prince of the carnival Zoki Matevža, Spuhlje (Budina)
Current/current jump
The beginning of the carnival season is heralded by a particularly mystical event. At midnight and by the glow of the fire, the curents put on their bells for the first time and begin to ward off winter and evil by ringing loudly.
3. 2. 2023
Friday, Kurentova hiša / Murkova ulica 7, 15:00
Opening of Kurent's house
The opening of the KURENT HOUSE places Kurent/Korant in a place of historical importance. It is the result of the efforts of interested societies that have been preserving the heritage of Kurent/Korant and its rituals. The idea for the Kurent House was conceived and realized by the Association of Kurent Societies, which comprises 25 societies with over 1,100 members.
3. 2. 2023
Friday, 12:00 p.m., Ptuj cellar
Presentation of Mistik wine
Mistik wine is a mystical wine. Each vintage is special, different and mystical. Every year, grapes from a single vineyard (single vineyard) and also from other varieties, grown and matured according to various technological procedures in the wine temple of Ptujska kleti and for the seventh year the fruit of the cooperation of the Association of Kurentov and Ptujska kleti.
11. 2. 2023
Saturday, 11:00 a.m., procession route
Opening ethnic procession
Don't miss a unique ethnographic experience that offers a valuable insight into picturesque carnival customs from near and far. On the streets and squares of Ptuj, you will be accompanied by many traditional carnival characters, such as kurents, spearmen, gypsies, ploughmen, Russians, pizzerias, bears and others. The handover of power takes place at 11:00.
12. 2. 2023
Sunday, 18:00, Town Square
Meet indigenous carnival characters and masks
POKAČI, RUSA, KURENTI and KORANTI Ptuj is the capital of ethnography, where you can meet traditional carnival characters in an intimate atmosphere. In the evenings, you can see them in the heart of the oldest Slovenian city from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
13. 2. 2023
Monday, 18:00, Town Square
Meet indigenous carnival characters and masks
PLOWERS, BABA DEDA NOSI, KURENTS and KORANTI Ptuj is the capital of ethnography, where you can meet traditional carnival characters in an intimate atmosphere. In the evenings, you can see them in the heart of the oldest Slovenian city from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
14. 2. 2023
Tuesday, 18:00, Town Square
Meet indigenous carnival characters and masks
GYPSIES, JÜREK AND RABOLJ, PLOHARS, KURENTS and KORANTS Ptuj is the capital of ethnography, where you can meet traditional carnival characters in an intimate atmosphere. In the evenings, you can see them in the heart of the oldest Slovenian city from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
15. 2. 2023
Wednesday, 16:30 and 17:30, Town Square
Day of Kurent and Korant groups
Every year during Kurentovanje, Wednesday is reserved for the Day of kurent and korant groups, at 4:30 p.m. the City Square will be flooded with children, and at 5:30 p.m. hundreds of horned and feathered kurents/korants. Organizer of the event: Federation of Kurent Societies, co-organizer: Zavod za turizem Ptuj
16. 2. 2023
Thursday, 18:00, Town Square
Meet indigenous carnival characters and masks
KOPJAŠI, VILE, PICEKI, BEARS, KURENTS and KORANTI Ptuj is the capital of ethnography, where you can meet traditional carnival characters in an intimate atmosphere. In the evenings, you can see them in the heart of the oldest Slovenian city from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
17. 2. 2023
Friday, 18:00, Town Square
A night spectacle
The night has its own power - even for the carnival! It will attract many mysterious characters to the carnival-decorated streets of Ptuj and conjure up a spectacular play of darkness and light.
18. 2. 2023
Saturday, 11:00 a.m., Town Square
City carnival promenade
The procession of dressed-up citizens has its beginnings as early as 1873 and is a living proof of how deeply the carnival is rooted in the life of the city of Ptuj. Put on a bourgeois outfit or an eye mask and join the dance.
19. 2. 2023
Sunday, 1:00 p.m., procession route
International Carnival Parade
Book your appointment today for the peak of Kurentovanija! The streets and squares of Ptuj will be flooded with a procession of thousands of carnival masks and traditional characters who will tell stories about the past, the future and the present. The parade is followed by a party with the Karneval band.
20. 2. 2023
Monday, 10:00 a.m., procession route
A procession of children from kindergartens
The children's carnival parade is co-organized with the Ptuj Kindergarten. It is attended by children of the 2nd age group from entire Slovenia, which awaken the spring in the streets of the oldest Slovenian city.
20.2.2023
Monday, 18:00, Town Square
Meet indigenous carnival characters and masks
KURENTI and KORANTI Ptuj is the capital of ethnography, where you can meet traditional carnival characters in an intimate atmosphere. In the evenings, you can see them in the heart of the oldest Slovenian city from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
21. 2. 2023
Tuesday, 12:00 p.m., Old Town and Town Square
Shrove Tuesday and Burial Shrove
In Ptuj, the farewell to Carnival is especially festive. At noon, we put off work and join the parties in the city and its bars. You too join the unique urban carnival that drags on into the late evening hours. From 12:00, DJ Stanč will take care of the entertainment. The handover of power takes place at 17:00, and the burial of the carnival at 18:00.
During the time of Kurentovanja
Show windows of the Institute for Tourism Ptuj
Philatelic exhibition on the occasion of the 63rd Kurentovanje in Ptuj
Organizer: Philatelic Society Ptuj
During the time of Kurentovanja
City market
Carnival carousel
Friday, February 3, 2023
Exhibition - Through 40 years
Organizer: Society Koranti Poetovio Ptuj
11. 2. 2023
Saturday, from 8:00 a.m., announcement of results: 1:00 p.m., Novi trg (at Gostilna pri Pošta)
Traditional charity Obarjada of the Lions Club of Ptuj
It will smell like stew - and charity. Humanitarian, with a touch of carnival and moments of happiness for those who need them the most. Organizer: Lions club Ptuj
11. 2. 2023
Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Old Town
Ex-tempore Ptuj Carnival 2023: Art colony
Art colony as part of the Ex-tempore Ptuj carnival 2023. Artists will capture the carnival pulse of the oldest Slovenian city on canvas. Organizer: Jernej Forbici, KUD Art Stays
18. 2. 2022
Saturday, 10 a.m., Magistrat Gallery
Ex-tempore Ptuj Carnival 2023: Opening of the exhibition
International Art Award Ex-tempore Ptuj Carnival 2023. Awarding of prizes to the winners and opening of the exhibition of their current production on the occasion of the 63rd Kurentovanje. Organizer/Organizer: Jernej Forbici, KUD Art Stays
12. 2. 2023
Sunday, 17:00-18:00, Town Square
Carnival antics
Carnival parties and animations for children will ensure that even the youngest will enjoy the carnival atmosphere.
13. 2. 2023
Monday, 17:00-18:00, Town Square
Carnival antics
Carnival parties and animations for children will ensure that even the youngest will enjoy the carnival atmosphere.
14. 2. 2023
Tuesday, 17:00-18:00, Town Square
Carnival antics
Carnival parties and animations for children will ensure that even the youngest will enjoy the carnival atmosphere.
16. 2. 2023
Thursday, 17:00-18:00, Town Square
Carnival antics
Carnival parties and animations for children will ensure that even the youngest will enjoy the carnival atmosphere.
20. 2. 2023
Monday, 17:00-18:00, Town Square
Carnival antics
Carnival parties and animations for children will ensure that even the youngest will enjoy the carnival atmosphere.
11. 2. 2023
Saturday, 15:00-17:00, City Market
Carnival antics
Carnival parties and animations for children will ensure that even the youngest will enjoy the carnival atmosphere.
18. 2. 2023
Saturday, 15:00-17:00, City Market
Carnival antics
Carnival parties and animations for children will ensure that even the youngest will enjoy the carnival atmosphere.
During the Kurentovanje and Carnival
By order, Markes Cosmetics Store, Slomškov trg 16
Carnival paintings with Andreja
Possibility of carnival paintings by prior order and sale of carnival masks. Orders: +386 (0)51 342 456, info@markes.si. Organizer: Markes Kozmetika
11. 2. 2023
Saturday, from 12:00, Bistro Lük, Murkova ulica 5
DJ Dejan Dokl
Organizer: Bistro Lük
12. 2. 2023
Sunday, 12.00-15.00, Restaurant GH Primus, Terme Ptuj
Valentine's brunch
Culinary pampering with a rich selection of dishes on the buffet and directly in front of you (show cooking) with chef Robert Žibrat. Price: €23.90/person, children up to 12 years 12: €13.90/person, children up to 4 years free. Reservations: +386 (0)2 7494 506, hotel.primus@terme-ptuj.si Organizer: Terme Ptuj
17. 2. 2023
Friday, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Center of Interest Activities CID Ptuj, Osojnikova cesta 9
Carnival disco party & Funk fu
The only true carnival party without an entrance fee! Dance in masks to the rhythms of funk, R&B and disco with the band Funk Fu and DJs. Disco ball, famous tunes, carnival atmosphere, delicious donuts and great company. Dress up in the style of the 70s, 80s and 90s and let's groove together! Organizer: Center of Interest Activities CID Ptuj, Osojnikova cest
18. 2. 2023
Saturday, Ptuj Castle
Carnival museum weekend
At the free museum workshop for families, participants in Ptuj Castle will see an exhibition of traditional carnival masks, put together unique wooden puzzles with images of traditional carnival characters and make a paper pizza cap. Organizer: Provincial Museum Ptuj - Ormož.
18. 2. 2023
Saturday, in the morning, the streets and squares of the old town
Performance of the Association of Kurents Center Ptuj
In order to show the traditional Kurent rituals in the most authentic way possible, our association makes door-to-door tours of the old town center of Ptuj every year. Organizer: Association Kurenti Center Ptuj
18. 2. 2023
Saturday, from 12:00, Bistro Lük, Murkova ulica 5
DJ Dejan Dokl
Organizer: Bistro Lük
19. 2. 2023
Sunday, from 12:00, Bistro Lük, Murkova ulica 5
DJ Dejan Dokl
Organizer: Bistro Lük
21. 2. 2023
Tuesday, from 12:00, Bistro Lük, Murkova ulica 5
Smile band concert
Organizer: Bistro Lük
21. 2. 2023
Tuesday, Coffee bar Orfej, Prešernova Street 5
Traditional carnival in Orpheus
Organizer: Coffee bar Orfej
2. 2. 2023
Thursday, at midnight, the homestead of Zvonka Križaj - the second prince of the carnival Zoki Matevža, Spuhlje (Budina)
Current/current jump
The beginning of the carnival season is heralded by a particularly mystical event. At midnight and by the glow of the fire, the curents put on their bells for the first time and begin to ward off winter and evil by ringing loudly.
3. 2. 2023
Friday, Kurentova hiša / Murkova ulica 7, 15:00
Opening of Kurent's house
The opening of the KURENT HOUSE places Kurent/Korant in a place of historical importance. It is the result of the efforts of interested societies that have been preserving the heritage of Kurent/Korant and its rituals. The idea for the Kurent House was conceived and realized by the Association of Kurent Societies, which comprises 25 societies with over 1,100 members.
3. 2. 2023
Friday, 12:00 p.m., Ptuj cellar
Presentation of Mistik wine
Mistik wine is a mystical wine. Each vintage is special, different and mystical. Every year, grapes from a single vineyard (single vineyard) and also from other varieties, grown and matured according to various technological procedures in the wine temple of Ptujska kleti and for the seventh year the fruit of the cooperation of the Association of Kurentov and Ptujska kleti.
11. 2. 2023
Saturday, 11:00 a.m., procession route
Opening ethnic procession
Don't miss a unique ethnographic experience that offers a valuable insight into picturesque carnival customs from near and far. On the streets and squares of Ptuj, you will be accompanied by many traditional carnival characters, such as kurents, spearmen, gypsies, ploughmen, Russians, pizzerias, bears and others. The handover of power takes place at 11:00.
12. 2. 2023
Sunday, 18:00, Town Square
Meet indigenous carnival characters and masks
POKAČI, RUSA, KURENTI and KORANTI Ptuj is the capital of ethnography, where you can meet traditional carnival characters in an intimate atmosphere. In the evenings, you can see them in the heart of the oldest Slovenian city from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
13. 2. 2023
Monday, 18:00, Town Square
Meet indigenous carnival characters and masks
PLOWERS, BABA DEDA NOSI, KURENTS and KORANTI Ptuj is the capital of ethnography, where you can meet traditional carnival characters in an intimate atmosphere. In the evenings, you can see them in the heart of the oldest Slovenian city from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
14. 2. 2023
Tuesday, 18:00, Town Square
Meet indigenous carnival characters and masks
GYPSIES, JÜREK AND RABOLJ, PLOHARS, KURENTS and KORANTS Ptuj is the capital of ethnography, where you can meet traditional carnival characters in an intimate atmosphere. In the evenings, you can see them in the heart of the oldest Slovenian city from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
15. 2. 2023
Wednesday, 16:30 and 17:30, Town Square
Day of Kurent and Korant groups
Every year during Kurentovanje, Wednesday is reserved for the Day of kurent and korant groups, at 4:30 p.m. the City Square will be flooded with children, and at 5:30 p.m. hundreds of horned and feathered kurents/korants. Organizer of the event: Federation of Kurent Societies, co-organizer: Zavod za turizem Ptuj
16. 2. 2023
Thursday, 18:00, Town Square
Meet indigenous carnival characters and masks
KOPJAŠI, VILE, PICEKI, BEARS, KURENTS and KORANTI Ptuj is the capital of ethnography, where you can meet traditional carnival characters in an intimate atmosphere. In the evenings, you can see them in the heart of the oldest Slovenian city from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
17. 2. 2023
Friday, 18:00, Town Square
A night spectacle
The night has its own power - even for the carnival! It will attract many mysterious characters to the carnival-decorated streets of Ptuj and conjure up a spectacular play of darkness and light.
18. 2. 2023
Saturday, 11:00 a.m., Town Square
City carnival promenade
The procession of dressed-up citizens has its beginnings as early as 1873 and is a living proof of how deeply the carnival is rooted in the life of the city of Ptuj. Put on a bourgeois outfit or an eye mask and join the dance.
19. 2. 2023
Sunday, 1:00 p.m., procession route
International Carnival Parade
Book your appointment today for the peak of Kurentovanija! The streets and squares of Ptuj will be flooded with a procession of thousands of carnival masks and traditional characters who will tell stories about the past, the future and the present. The parade is followed by a party with the Karneval band.
20. 2. 2023
Monday, 10:00 a.m., procession route
A procession of children from kindergartens
The children's carnival parade is co-organized with the Ptuj Kindergarten. It is attended by children of the 2nd age group from entire Slovenia, which awaken the spring in the streets of the oldest Slovenian city.
20.2.2023
Monday, 18:00, Town Square
Meet indigenous carnival characters and masks
KURENTI and KORANTI Ptuj is the capital of ethnography, where you can meet traditional carnival characters in an intimate atmosphere. In the evenings, you can see them in the heart of the oldest Slovenian city from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
21. 2. 2023
Tuesday, 12:00 p.m., Old Town and Town Square
Shrove Tuesday and Burial Shrove
In Ptuj, the farewell to Carnival is especially festive. At noon, we put off work and join the parties in the city and its bars. You too join the unique urban carnival that drags on into the late evening hours. From 12:00, DJ Stanč will take care of the entertainment. The handover of power takes place at 17:00, and the burial of the carnival at 18:00.
11. 2. 2023
Saturday, from 8:00 a.m., announcement of results: 1:00 p.m., Novi trg (at Gostilna pri Pošta)
Traditional charity Obarjada of the Lions Club of Ptuj
It will smell like stew - and charity. Humanitarian, with a touch of carnival and moments of happiness for those who need them the most. Organizer: Lions club Ptuj
11. 2. 2023
Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Old Town
Ex-tempore Ptuj Carnival 2023: Art colony
Art colony as part of the Ex-tempore Ptuj carnival 2023. Artists will capture the carnival pulse of the oldest Slovenian city on canvas. Organizer: Jernej Forbici, KUD Art Stays
18. 2. 2022
Saturday, 10 a.m., Magistrat Gallery
Ex-tempore Ptuj Carnival 2023: Opening of the exhibition
International Art Award Ex-tempore Ptuj Carnival 2023. Awarding of prizes to the winners and opening of the exhibition of their current production on the occasion of the 63rd Kurentovanje. Organizer/Organizer: Jernej Forbici, KUD Art Stays
3. 2. 2023
Arena Campus Sava Ptuj, Friday, 8 p.m
Opening concert - Ceca, front group and Dj
4. 2. 2023
Arena Campus Sava Ptuj, Saturday, 8 p.m
Rock evening - Siddharta, Flying Squad, Dj
10. 2. 2023
Arena Campus Sava Ptuj, Friday, 8 p.m
Uproar evening - Dražen Zečič, Mambo Kings, Aktualova's uproar
11. 2. 2023
Arena Campus Sava Ptuj, Saturday, 8 p.m
Slovenian evening - Polkaholiki, Saša Lendero, Kingston
14. 2. 2023
Arena Campus Sava Ptuj, Tuesday, 8 p.m
Valentine's concert - Tomislav Bralić and Klapa Intrade
15. 2. 2023
Arena Campus Sava Ptuj, Wednesday, 4 p.m
Children's party - Chuki and Pepe the Fisherman
17. 2. 2023
Friday, from 21:00, Campus Sava Ptuj Hall - Carnival Hall
Kurentanc 2K23- Magnifico, Rok 'n' Band, David NYX
18. 2. 2023
Arena Campus Sava Ptuj, Saturday, 7 p.m
Carnival Ball - Carnival Saturday with dinner
Carnival ball with dinner and after-dinner party. Performers: Jasmin Stavros, Natalija Verboten, Gadi, Buryana. Ticket price with dinner and concert/person: EUR 38.00. Tickets on sale in TIC Ptuj, Mestni trg 4
18. 2. 2023
Arena Campus Sava Ptuj, Saturday, 9 p.m
Carnival Saturday - Jasmin Stavros, Natalija Verboten, Gadi, Buryana
19. 2. 2023
Arena Campus Sava Ptuj, Sunday
Carnival Sunday* - Chicas, Smile
Free entry
20. 2. 2023
Monday, 4:30 p.m., Carnival Hall Campus Sava Ptuj
Great children's masquerade of the Ptuj Friends of Youth Association
The big children's masquerade of the Association of Friends of Youth in Ptuj with musical guest: MALI BU. Prizes for the most beautiful family, group and individual mask.