Dave Fidler with special guest
Matt Hooper

play Cross Cave, Slovenia

  • LOCATION: Cross Cave (Krizna jama), Grahovo, Slovenia

  • DATE: Friday, June 6th, 2025

  • TIME: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Dave Fidler & Friends

play Cross Cave, Slovenia

  • LOCATION: Cross Cave (Krizna jama), Grahovo, Slovenia

  • DATE: Friday, June 6th, 2025

  • TIME: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM

ITINERARY

Truly a one-off / unique ‘magical’ music experience with Dave Fidler with special guest Matt Hooper.

Playing in what is one of the most beautiful and best-preserved caves in Europe / the world.

There will be four parts to the event.

1. Cave Performance

(at the 1st Underground Lake) – 60 minutes

You’ll be equipped with wellies and a torch before walking 15-20 minutes through spacious tunnels to the 1st lake. From a floating boat, musicians will perform an enchanting set in this magical setting.

2. Outdoor Performance

(in the woods near the cave entrance)
– Up to 60 minutes

After exiting the cave, enjoy an intimate outdoor performance surrounded by the serene Slovenian wilderness.

3. Interval

(Local Hospitality Experience) – 45 minutes

Savour the hospitality of the Cross Cave Association, featuring delicious local food and home-brewed beverages.

4. Cave Entrance Hall Performance

45-60 minutes

Conclude the evening with a mesmerising set in the magnificent entrance hall of the cave.

Getting There

The Cross Cave is in Notranjska (Inner Carniola) region of Slovenia.

This less visited part of the country is often referred to as a

the ‘Green Heart of Slovenia’. Most of it is protected under Notranjska regional park, it is full of mountain peaks with breathtaking views, colorful meadows, an intermittent lake, natural bridges, mystical underground world, clear streams, and magical forests… unspoiled nature and wildlife at its best. You will love it.

Flying

Nearest Airports are:

  • Ljubljana Airport: 1 hour away (direct flights from London)

  • Trieste Airport: 1 hour 15 minutes away (direct flights from London)

  • Venice Airport: 2 hours away (direct flights from many UK airports)
  • Zagreb Airport: 2 hours away (direct flights from London & Manchester)

Transportation

  • Car Hire: A convenient and cost-effective option, especially if shared. It also allows you to explore the region during your stay.
  • Bus Transfers: Services like GoOpti (exit at Unec) and FlixBus provide reliable options.
  • Private Transfers: Contact us at crosscaveevents@gmail.com for quotes on private transfer

Accommodation

There is variety of accommodation available nearby, including hotels, B&Bs, farm stays, glamping, private home / apartment hires etc.

As the region is rural, places might be in small villages/towns.

Youth Hostel ARS VIVA

We’ve secured exclusive bookings here, complete with transfers to the cave on June 6th. The hostel also hosts a special event on June 7th in its adjoining amphitheater, making it the perfect base for your trip. Room options include:

  • Double/Twin with ensuite

  • Double/Twin with shared bathroom

  • Triple/Quadruple rooms

  • Shared dormitory

Reserve your room by contacting us at crosscaveevents@gmail.com. Rooms are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Other recommendations: Explore options at Accommodations | Notranjska or your favorite booking platforms like Airbnb or Booking.com.

Things to Do

Whether you are coming just for one night, or adding a few more days to your trip, there are so many outdoor (and underground) things to do in the area! Activities | Notranjska

Cross cave Krizna cave

Famous Karst cave offers limited ‘longer’ tours into the cave. Those are likely to sell out, so make enquiries early to guarantee your spot.

Much of the more known/popular destinations can be reached in less than 1hr’s drive, including Slovenia’s capital city Ljubljana, coastal cities of Koper and Piran, wine regions of Vipava valley, Dolenjska. And just a short while further, places like Bled, Kranjska Gora etc… The official travel guide to Slovenia | I feel Slovenia

Depending on your travel plans, coffee on Venice’s St Mark’s Square is not to be missed!

Contact us on crosscaveevents@gmail.com if you have any questions, or if you require any recommendations for planning your trip.