Advent in Zagreb
01.12.2018 – 01.06.2019
Zagreb transforms itself into a breathtaking winter wonderland with an overflowing sea of lights and the scents and sounds of Christmas. You won’t want to miss the best advent in Europe!
Month of boletus, truffles and teran wine
September / October
Amadria Park restaurants
Boletus (porcini) is the most famous forest mushroom known as the ‘king of wild mushrooms’. Because of its distinct aroma it is one of the most appreciated mushrooms of all. Truffles are also referred to as ‘black diamonds’ – they have a special and unique aroma and grow underground. (more…)
Art Mrkat Opatija
13/14.10.2018
Hotel Gardenija
On the weekend of October 13/14, we’re hosting the second edition of ‘Art Mrkat Opatija’ (Art Market Opatija), an exhibition where local artists and creative types present their work to the public. (more…)
Medieval Fair in Šibenik
September, 2019.
The city’s International Medieval Fair is held every year on the eve of St Michael’s Feast (the patron saint of Šibenik). During the event, the entire city is transformed into a medieval marketplace bustling with activity. (more…)
Changer Festival
August, 2019.
In its second year, the Changer Festival brings to the stage at St Michael’s fortress such performers as Jessie Ware, Darko Rundek (‘Apocalypso Now’) and Inner Circle. (more…)
Dalmatian Chanson Evenings in Šibenik
August, 2019.
The two-night festival ‘Dalmatian Chanson Evenings in Šibenik’, has been held since 1988 in Trg Republic Hrvatska on the weekend after the Feast of the Assumption. (more…)
Musica Appassionata
July, 2019.
Musica Appassionata is Šibenik’s week-long festival dedicated to classical music. It’s held from mid-July at various locations around the Old Town, including the Croatian National Theatre building. (more…)
Supertoon International Animation Festival
July, 2019.
The Supertoon International Animation Festival is a six-day and six-night festival offering insights into Croatian and international short animated films and video production. (more…)
OFF Jazz & Blues Festival
July, 2019.
Entering its 12th year, Šibenik’s dedicated, three-day OFF Jazz & Blues Festival is held every July against the backdrop of the Old Town’s ancient white stone buildings and lanes. (more…)
Traditional Klapa Evenings
July, 2019.
Organised annually by the Tourist Board of Šibenik, these evenings celebrate Klapa song – an old Dalmatian form of a cappella singing that’s been recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. (more…)
LegendFest
July, 2019.
Held at Roški Slap, Krka National Park, LegendFest is a festival of creativity and fantasy. It celebrates myths, legends, fantasies and other tales through workshops, storytelling, plays, performances, exhibitions and music. (more…)
Ultra Europe – Split
July, 2019.
Founded in Miami, Florida, in 1999, the Ultra Music Festival now includes events in more than 20 countries. The Croatian event debuted in 2013 at Poljud Stadium, home of Hajduk Split. (more…)
Salsa Beach Splash Festival
July, 2019.
Six days and nights of salsa summer beach fun: that’s what the Salsa Beach Splash Festival is all about. (more…)
Dražen Petrović Memorial Basketball Tour
June, 2019.
The Dražen Petrović Memorial Basketball Tour is held in honour of Dražen Petrović – considered Šibenik’s and Croatia’s best basketball player – and takes place each year on the anniversary of his tragic death. (more…)
Zrće Beach Festivals
Summer (May – August) 2019.
Throughout the summer, enjoy electronica, techno and house music by top international DJs at various events, including the Hideout and Fresh Island festivals at Zrće’s best beach clubs: Aquarius, Kalypso, Papaya and Noa. (more…)
Croatia Travel Festival
May 23 – 26, 2019.
Held annually since 2012, the Croatian Travel Festival in Šibenik brings together travel writers and travellers from Croatia and abroad to share travelogues (more…)
Easter Monday Breakfast
22.04.2019
Since 2004, Šibenik has hosted a traditional Easter Breakfast each Easter Monday. (more…)
Chefs’ Stage
Convention Centre Šibenik | 18 – 19.03.2019
This event presents Croatian and regional cuisine to the international gastronomy scene. During the congress, industry leaders come together to foster creativity and share their knowledge and experience through master classes, panel discussions, a gala dinner, a grand tasting lunch and guest speaker presentations. (more…)
Advent in Opatija
31.11.2018 – 31.01.2019
Enjoy an enchanting Advent season amongst Habsburg-era villas, in a mild climate by the sea. Decorated in Christmas lights, Opatija’s streets and squares are like a magical fairytale come to life. (more…)
Opatija Chocolate Festival
07.12.2018 – 09.12.2018
Visit Opatija for this event – a chocolate lover’s dream, filled with sweet programs and surprises. (more…)
Marunada – Lovran Chestnut Festival
October 2018
The month-long Chestnut Days festival was established in 1974 to celebrate the season with a wide-ranging menu of food and drink inspired by the chestnut. Due to the area’s special climate, Lovran chestnuts are considered amongst the world’s best. (more…)
Mandrać International Painting Competition 2018
25.08.2018 & 26.08.2018 | Volosko
The yearly painting competition returns to the quaint fishing village of Volosko on Opatija’s Riviera. (more…)
Liburnia Film Festival
22.08.2018 – 26.08.2018
The Liburnia Film Festival Association of Rijeka presents its annual, five-day documentary film festival, featuring around 20 homegrown Croatian documentaries shown at Opatija’s Open Air Cinema. (more…)
Opatija – The Imperial Town
21.07.2018
In mid-July, Opatija transforms itself into a huge stage. Spread out across several locations, this event attracts thousands of visitors for the spectacular music and theatre performances of the Imperial Town festival. (more…)
RetrOpatija
28.06.2018 – 01.07.2018
Get your fix of nostalgia for the sixties and seventies at RetrOpatija. (more…)
Liburnia Jazz Festival
06.07.2018 – 08.07.2018
Opatija hosts more than 4,000 visitors each year during the Liburnia Jazz Festival. (more…)
Gourmet Story
May & June
Visit Opatija’s restaurants during May and June and discover its gourmet heart. (more…)
Easter in Opatija
31.03.2018 – 02.04.2018
Spend Easter in Opatija. Goings-on include the Easter Fair and gourmet tastes of Kvarner, a traditional Easter breakfast, Easter egg hunts, concerts, exhibitions, entertainment and more. (more…)
Month of Wellness – March
Opatija, a renowned spa and wellness destination, hosts its annual month of relaxation to help you awaken from your winter spell. (more…)
International Carnival Parade in Rijeka
11.02.2019
Rijeka’s International Carnival Parade is the highlight and culmination of the month of festivities in the Kvarner region and further afield. (more…)
Balinjerada
24.02.2019
Balinjerada is an original attraction of Opatija, a race of homemade carts or vehicles on ball-bearing wheels (balinjere) that can gather quite some speed! (more…)
Opatija Children’s Carnival Parade
17.02.2019
Hundreds of children from all over the Kvarner region march down Opatija’s main street, from Market Hall to Slatina Beach, in their special masks and costumes. (more…)