Formerly a Sokol Society Gymnastic Club (Sokolski dom) dating from 1933, the Cultural Centre’s imposing building was renovated in 1993. The repurposed venue hosts a variety of concerts, theatre, opera and ballet performances whilst also catering to young audiences. Location: Laško

Layer House – a house of artists – is a cultural and social hub of the capital of Gorenjska region. It is situated in the town centre of Kranj, next to the Škrlovec Tower and close to the Khislstein Castle. The house and its surroundings have invigorated Tomšič Street, turning the area into a lively cultural quarter. The venue’s vibrant atmosphere is fuelled by art, music, creativity, education and a pleasant café all year round. Location: Kranj

Location: Lenart

Located in the very centre of Maribor, in the immediate vicinity of the city’s main bus station and a spacious underground car park, Festival Hall features advanced sound and lighting systems. The venue has a seating capacity of 1500. Location: Maribor

Whilst essentially a 'sports bar', Lepa žoga (Nice Shot) regularly hosts various DJ shows and concerts, as well as occasional music festivals, most notably Šiška Deluxe. Location: Ljubljana

Letni oder (Summer Stage) is located in the centre of Ruše, a town situated 10 km from Maribor. The venue traces its history back 86 years, when first performances were held in the unique setting of Ruše’s stone amphitheatre. Location: Ruše

Linhart Hall is Radovljica’s main theatre, music and film venue. Its cinematic repertoire features the latest arthouse and commercial film releases and special programme sections (KinoVoziček, KinoGore). Member of the ArtKino (Art Cinema) Network, the venue’s movie theatre screens a varied assortment of arthouse films. Linhart Hall’s theatre auditorium features numerous stage productions by Slovenian national and independent theatres. Linhart Hall also hosts presentations and performances by regional artists and culture professionals. Location: Radovljica

The Municipality of Ljubljana established the independent public institution Ljubljana Castle in late December 2010. Seeking to create a comprehensive range of cultural and tourist experiences, the institution organises and hosts cultural, arts, tourist and other events. The venue intertwines a repertoire celebrating cultural heritage with top-class contemporary art by Slovenian and foreign artists. The institution’s educational programmes relating to the castle, its history and surroundings are aimed at both young and adult audiences. Location: Ljubljana

Ljubljana Town Hall, locally known as Magistrat or Rotovž, is the seat of the Municipality of Ljubljana. It was built in the late 15th century. Situated on the building’s first floor, Red Hall admits up to 70 people and annually hosts concerts presented by Imago Sloveniae. Location: Ljubljana

The guesthouse is located in the centre of Novo mesto, next to the Župančič Promenade. Originally a boathouse and redesigned first as a disco and then as a modern guesthouse, the venue caters for all tastes and holds concerts by diverse Slovenian musicians. Location: Novo mesto