The venue takes its name from the Ipavec family – doctors, patriots and composers. The concepts inherent in the Cultural House’s architectural design are pulse (medicine), the familiarity of home (patriotism) and rhythm (music). The aspects of domestic intimacy and tradition are represented in natural materials or those familiar to us. The exterior facade is designed as a ‘music stave’, thus abstractly symbolising musical creativity of the Ipavec composers. Unique atmospheres pervade each of the venue’s halls, whose design is based on rhythm and pulsation that envelop spectators during performances. Location: Šentjur

Its facilities and technical resources make Izola Culture House a suitable venue for a wide variety of cultural and social events. Location: Izola

Situated in the middle of Metelkova mesto, Jalla Jalla is a small congenial place run under a strong ethic of DIY principles. It is open almost every evening and as a rule, never has an entrance fee. It leads a varied, fairly laid back programme of regular DJ nights, art exhibitions, film screenings and occasional concerts. The programme is quite open and, if need be, can easily accommodate for ad hoc events. Location: Ljubljana

Janez Trdina Cultural Centre operates under the auspices of the Novo mesto Institute for Sport, Culture, Tourism and Youth. The cultural centre’s main hall is suitable for prestigious events. Location: Novo mesto

A place for all jazz enthusiasts. Location: Ljubljana

The Club opened its doors to the public on 19 February 1993. Since then, Satchmo’s basement premises have hosted over 500 concerts by established and less established musicians, thus placing the city of Maribor, and especially Jazz Club Satchmo, on a par with much bigger metropolises and clubs. Location: Maribor

A great place to enjoy a cosy chat, listen to live acoustic music and feast your eyes on exhibited works by first-rate Slovenian photographers and artists. Location: Celje

Jedro’s mission is to present cultural and youth programme and implement youth projects, whilst providing a meeting place for young people to hang out and engage in active leisure activities. Location: Medvode

K4 is one of Slovenia’s leading institutions specialised in contemporary urban music. While its more than 23 crews, 75 DJs and numerous foreign guests focus on presenting the latest trends in electronic dance music, K4 also gives free rein to both young and experienced VJs. K4 engages in national and international partnerships with similar institutions, and acts as host to various festivals, including Ment, Tresk, Haip and Urban Culture Festival. Location: Ljubljana