Cheese & Wine Festival in Bohinj - Slovenia
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CHEESE. WINE. MUSIC. BOHINJ. What could be better?
- Bohinj, October 24, 2026 | 15:00 - 21:00
- Place: The Danica Hall in Bohinjska Bistrica, Slovenia
Discover the authentic flavours and traditions of Bohinj at the Cheese & Wine Festival, taking place on Saturday, 24 October 2026, from 3 - 9 PM in Bohinjska Bistrica.
Surrounded by the beauty of the Julian Alps, Bohinj is renowned for its rich cheese-making heritage. This special culinary event invites visitors to explore the region through its authentic flavours, meet passionate local producers who keep these traditions alive and experience the traditions behind some of Bohinj’s finest delicacies.
Enjoy a selection of cheese and wine tastings, browse local products at market stalls and discover different approaches to traditional production.
Families are warmly welcome, with children’s entertainment, face painting and creative workshops adding to the festive atmosphere.
A lively musical programme featuring the band Kranjci will set the mood, inviting you to relax, socialise, and savour the region’s unique flavours.
Whether you are a food enthusiast, a lover of local traditions or simply looking for an enjoyable autumn experience, the Cheese & Wine Festival offers a wonderful opportunity to taste, discover and celebrate Bohinj.
Ticket prices:
- Adults: 12 € per person.
- Children 15-17 years: 12 € per person.
- Children up to 14 years: free.
Tickets will be available on the day of the event at the entrance and on the Eventim.si website. Each ticket comes with tasting vouchers worth €4, allowing you to sample festival offerings.
Recommended accommodation: Hike&Bike Chalet | Apartments Alpik | Chalet Zlatorog Bohinj | Alpine Chalet Tisa
Recommended activities: Day Trips in Bohinj
Cheese production in Bohinj
Cheese production in Bohinj is one of Slovenia’s oldest and most culturally significant Alpine dairy traditions. It is best known for Bohinj cheese Mohant and for summer pasture cheesemaking, where local producers continue to follow centuries-old methods. Today, this living tradition continues in the mountain pastures and local dairies, remaining an essential part of Bohinj’s cultural heritage and identity.
- Bohinj region with a long and proud cheese-making tradition.
- An overview of different types of cheese production in Bohinj.
- Tasting and buying Bohinj products and local food (the famous Bohinj cheese, brandy, sour milk, blanched sauerkraut, ...).
- A vibrant market featuring local products, traditional handicrafts and unique creations from certified Bohinjsko/From Bohinj providers.
- A lively musical programme featuring the band Kranjci.
- Children’s entertainment, face painting, workshops.
- Great location: 10-minute drive from Lake Bohinj, surrounded by the beauty of the Julian Alps.
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