Košice Day is an important holiday for residents of the Slovak city Košice. Celebrated annually on May 7th.

On this day in 1369, the inhabitants of Kosice received a city coat of arms from the ruler Louis the Great, which emphasized the status of Kosice as a city.

Today, as part of the celebration of Kosice Day, knightly celebrations and tournaments are held in the city on this day, a medieval fair of traditional crafts is organized, and various historical processions are held.

Folk festivals in the center of Kosice

City authorities in the center of Kosice on Glavna Street organize a 4-kilometer charity run, and also announce opening of the season at Košice Zoo and the Dinosaur Park, Košice Castle, Observation Tower and Children’s Railway.