In Slovakia, we have national holidays during which, all shops are closed. So mind this information in advance, in order to avoid starvation. However, some restaurants (depends on the owner) remain open during these days. Luckily, also University is closed on these days :). Public transport works in reduced timetable. Here is a list of National Holidays for Summer Semester 2023/24:
| Date | Holiday |
| Jan 1 (Monday) | Establishment of Slovak Republic |
| Jan 6 (Saturday) | Day of Holy Trinity |
| Mar 29 (Friday) | Holy Friday (Easter) |
| Apr 1 (Monday) | Holy Monday (Easter) |
| May 1 (Wednesday) | Holiday of Work |
| May 8 (Wednesday) | Victory Over Fascism Day |
| Jul 5 (Friday) | Saint Cyril and Methodius Day |
| Aug 29 (Thursday) | Slovak Uprising Memorial Day |
| Sep 1 (Sunday) | Slovak Constitution Day |
| Sep 15 (Sunday) | Our Lady of Sorrows Day |