Character

Festival of humour and satire Kremnica gags is an established cultural event with a long tradition, particular character and of a stable organization and artistic backgrounds. It was founded in 1981 and ranks among the festivals which were created in a natural way – because of the willingness of artists with the same philosophy of living and because of like-minded interest of an audience. They have been demonstrating its soundness, justness, vitality and endurance for nearly three decades. Festival has overcome many obstacles during its development and it keeps its sustainable existence. For 31 years the festival has brought together hundreds of amateur and professional creators and authors, various kinds of art, domestic and foreign personalities and celebrities and thousands of visitors from all over Slovakia on the basis of individual vision of life, while taking its difficulties with humor and satire.

Festival searches for and provides non-traditional, new and inspirational works and performances with intelligent elements of humor, artistic satire, original recession humour and valuable entertainment. It addresses especially young and new talents as well as significant and prestigious personalities with a view to a friendly confrontation of their artistic works and their performances. It gives a space to newcomers, experienced and professional artists to inspire each other and establish enhanced cooperation.

The event has a strong social impact in the life of the town and the whole Central European region. Its quality and attractiveness impresses around 10 thousand visitors from all over Slovakia every year. All the inhabitants of the town live with the festival, accommodation and food capacities are fully used, and the event stimulates their development and inbound tourism. All local artists and cultural institutions are also involved.