Kresni Lotmerk

Kresni Lotmerk Project

Prleška razvojna agencija (Prlekija Development Agency), as the lead partner together with its project partners, is implementing the Kresni Lotmerk project, which aims to connect the ancient tradition of midsummer bonfires with the contemporary cultural and tourism life of the Prlekija region.

The project is based on reviving the almost forgotten tradition of bonfire celebrations and linking it with contemporary cultural creativity and tourism. As part of the project, a programme-linked “bonfire week” will be established, featuring 16 major cultural events and accompanying activities involving more than 200 performers. The activities will engage local creators, artists, young people, children, the elderly, culture enthusiasts, and other residents and visitors of Prlekija.

The project’s goal is to establish a sustainable and connected cultural and tourism offering, based on local cultural heritage, encouraging cooperation between different generations and creators, and contributing to the recognisability of Prlekija. Kresni Lotmerk is intended to become a traditional event during the bonfire season and a permanent part of the region’s tourism offering.

Project partners: Prleška razvojna agencija (lead partner), Gimnazija Franca Miklošiča Ljutomer, Splošna knjižnica Ljutomer, Kasaški klub Ljutomer, Kulturno društvo Orfej Ljutomer, Funkit Marketing, and Marko Filipič, s. p.

Total project value: EUR 113,164.06 incl. VAT

Requested co-financing: EUR 79,929.48

Implementation period: 21 May 2025–30 September 2026

More about the project: www.kresni-lotmerk.si

The project is co-financed under the LEADER/CLLD approach.

More about European cohesion policy: www.evropskasredstva.si

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