VAŇKOVKAFEST 2026

VAŇKOVKAFEST is a traditional multi-genre summer festival that annually brings the area next to Galerie Vaňkovka in Brno to life. Entry to the entire festival is free. The 2026 edition kicks off on June 23 with Dance Battle vol. 4, where dancers from across the Czech Republic and abroad will compete in a packed programme with a top-tier jury. The music programme continues on June 24 with performances by BRIXTN (19:00) and SOFIAN MEDJMEDJ (20:30), followed by NARVAN on June 25. The festival has a rich history dating back at least to 2017, and in previous editions its stage has hosted artists such as Ben Cristovao, Tata Bojs, Dan Bárta & Illustratosphere, Čechomor, Aneta Langerová, Monkey Business, and Prago Union. The programme also typically includes stand-up comedy evenings. The event takes place in the area next to the Galerie Vaňkovka shopping centre, Ve Vaňkovce 1, Brno.