Metelkova Mesto

Metelkova mesto, an alternative culture hub that originated as a squat in a disused army barracks and has since grown to be one of Ljubljana's most popular attractions, brings together a variety of various artistic activities and events. It is home to a sizable number of clubs that offer a regular schedule of performances by underground musicians and DJs from all over the world, as well as club nights and special events. Moreover, the center presents exhibitions, festivals, and artistic events. It attracts people on any night of the week because to its active daily calendar of events. The gathering is diverse and includes everyone from professionals out on a night out to tourists visiting Ljubljana and enthusiasts of underground music.

Metelkova mesto's history as a cultural hub dates back to 1993, when a group of about 200 volunteers squatted the northern portion of the barracks complex on the initiative of an independent organization of primarily underground artists and intellectuals known as Metelkova Network (Mrea za Metelkovo) to prevent the abandoned army complex from being demolished. After that, various well-known and obscure Slovenian artists made interventions in the former Austro-Hungarian army barracks, which were constructed in the late 19th century. The complex is constantly changing since it provides a thriving environment for a free creative spirit.

Address: Metelkova ulica 8 1000 Ljubljana
Phone: +386 1 300 06 80
Opening hours: unknown
Rating: 4.0/5.0, 835 Tripadvisor reviews
Website: www.metelkovamesto.org