Grape Festival 2026 celebrates 15th anniversary in Trenčín

The 15th edition of the Grape Festival took place on August 14–15, 2026, at the Trenčín Airport in Slovakia. Centered around the theme ‘Mythical ZOO’, the event featured attendees in various costumes and visual displays across six stages.

Headlining performances included British singer Jorja Smith on the Orange stage, alongside other international acts such as Yung Lean, Bladee, Parcels, and ARTBAT. Local Slovak performers, including the band Medial Banana, also performed on the main stage.

A significant highlight of this year’s festival was the redesign of the drum & bass area, now known as the VELO stage and VELO zone. The area transitioned to a blue and yellow identity and featured structural improvements, including a new second floor with views of the stage and increased shade for visitors. The VELO stage hosted a mix of international artists like Arcando, Circadian, Subsonic, and Basstripper, alongside Slovak names such as Changing Faces, B-Complex, and L Plus.