Split , Croatia is an exciting place to visit
and you can enjoy your trip even more if you rent a car while you are there. A
car rental gives you freedom and spontaneity that you cannot have otherwise. Here’s
a selection of what we think are the best events to visit in Croatia during
2014.
Events in April 2014
…in Istria…
The Days of Asparagus (24th March to 15th May 2014) will see a number of participating restaurants in the region showcase special dishes featuring…surprise, surprise…asparagus!
The Days of Asparagus (24th March to 15th May 2014) will see a number of participating restaurants in the region showcase special dishes featuring…surprise, surprise…asparagus!
…in Split…
The fifth International Festival of Wind Music is being held in Split from 24th to 27th April 2014.
The fifth International Festival of Wind Music is being held in Split from 24th to 27th April 2014.
Events in May 2014
…in Split…
The Festival of Flowers is held each year in the cellars of Diocletian’s Palace at the beginning of May, usually with a high number of exhibitors showing displays to a particular theme. A gorgeous visual event, be sure to check it out if you’re in the city this month!
The Festival of Flowers is held each year in the cellars of Diocletian’s Palace at the beginning of May, usually with a high number of exhibitors showing displays to a particular theme. A gorgeous visual event, be sure to check it out if you’re in the city this month!
…in Split…
Split’s patron saint, Saint Domnius (Sveti Duje in Croatian) is celebrated with a feast day held each year on 7th May.
Split’s patron saint, Saint Domnius (Sveti Duje in Croatian) is celebrated with a feast day held each year on 7th May.
…in Istria…
The Vinistra exhibition in Porec allows wine-lovers to come and sample local specialties in mid-May each year. The event also features olive oils and brandies – over 100 exhibitors normally show their collections of wines, oils and spirits.
The Vinistra exhibition in Porec allows wine-lovers to come and sample local specialties in mid-May each year. The event also features olive oils and brandies – over 100 exhibitors normally show their collections of wines, oils and spirits.
…in the Markarska Riviera…
Mafest in Makarska is an annual comic book festival held over four days at the end of May. Various exhibitions and lectures on comic books will take place.
Mafest in Makarska is an annual comic book festival held over four days at the end of May. Various exhibitions and lectures on comic books will take place.
…on the islands…
Events on Korcula include a celebration of the times of Marco Polo (who was – supposedly – born on Korcula) at the end of May, when the streets of Korcula Town are decorated to look like a 13th century town.
Events on Korcula include a celebration of the times of Marco Polo (who was – supposedly – born on Korcula) at the end of May, when the streets of Korcula Town are decorated to look like a 13th century town.
…in Istria…
Wine Day (“Open Wine Cellars Day”) allows people to tour the wineries of Istria, conducting tastings (and hopefully purchasing wine too, if it takes your fancy!) on a Sunday in late May.
Wine Day (“Open Wine Cellars Day”) allows people to tour the wineries of Istria, conducting tastings (and hopefully purchasing wine too, if it takes your fancy!) on a Sunday in late May.
Events in June 2014
…in Istria…
The Croatian Summer Salsa Festival will run from 23rd to 30th June 2014, bringing together dancers and fans of Latin music in the beautiful setting of Rovinj. Daily workshops will teach salsa from beginner right through to advanced levels, with a range of styles of salsa and dance techniques – all taught by some of the top dance instructors in the world! In the evenings, dance events will be held in different locations that are open for everyone to participate in, and famous Latin bands, DJs and salsa artists will also perform. A great dance event in a beautiful location on Croatia’s coast!
The Croatian Summer Salsa Festival will run from 23rd to 30th June 2014, bringing together dancers and fans of Latin music in the beautiful setting of Rovinj. Daily workshops will teach salsa from beginner right through to advanced levels, with a range of styles of salsa and dance techniques – all taught by some of the top dance instructors in the world! In the evenings, dance events will be held in different locations that are open for everyone to participate in, and famous Latin bands, DJs and salsa artists will also perform. A great dance event in a beautiful location on Croatia’s coast!
…in Zagreb…
Lake Jarun is home to the INmusic Festival, a two day music event in this pretty setting in southwest Zagreb, with a host of international bands and stars performing. Held 23rd to 25th June this year, read more on our guide to the Festival here.
Lake Jarun is home to the INmusic Festival, a two day music event in this pretty setting in southwest Zagreb, with a host of international bands and stars performing. Held 23rd to 25th June this year, read more on our guide to the Festival here.
…in Istria…
“Porec Summer” will take place starting from mid-June (normally to September) with a wide variety of events including music, dance and more. Check locally for up-to-date listings.
“Porec Summer” will take place starting from mid-June (normally to September) with a wide variety of events including music, dance and more. Check locally for up-to-date listings.
…on the islands…
Hideout Festival returns this year from 30th June to 3rd July 2014 at a number of the open air clubs on Zrce Beach in Novalja on the island of Pag. CheckHideout‘s website for latest line-up news – no doubt it will be even better than the cracking line-up seen last year and the year before!
Hideout Festival returns this year from 30th June to 3rd July 2014 at a number of the open air clubs on Zrce Beach in Novalja on the island of Pag. CheckHideout‘s website for latest line-up news – no doubt it will be even better than the cracking line-up seen last year and the year before!
Events in July 2014
…in Istria…
The Pula Film Festival will be in its 61st year in 2014, making it the oldest festival of its kind in Croatia. Held from 12th to 26th July 2014 this year, both Croatian and international films are shown at various locations in Pula, including in the stunning amphitheatre (the Arena) in the town.
The Pula Film Festival will be in its 61st year in 2014, making it the oldest festival of its kind in Croatia. Held from 12th to 26th July 2014 this year, both Croatian and international films are shown at various locations in Pula, including in the stunning amphitheatre (the Arena) in the town.
…in North Dalmatia…
July sees an absolutely cracking line-up of music festivals take place on the Croatian coast – the way these festivals are lined-up (all in the same location of Tisno), you could get over a month of solid partying! They are the Garden Festival (2nd – 9th July 2014); Electric Elephant (10th – 14th July 2014);Soundwave (17th – 21st July 2014), SunceBeat (23rd – 30th July 2014) and Stop Making Sense (31st July – 3rd August 2014).
July sees an absolutely cracking line-up of music festivals take place on the Croatian coast – the way these festivals are lined-up (all in the same location of Tisno), you could get over a month of solid partying! They are the Garden Festival (2nd – 9th July 2014); Electric Elephant (10th – 14th July 2014);Soundwave (17th – 21st July 2014), SunceBeat (23rd – 30th July 2014) and Stop Making Sense (31st July – 3rd August 2014).
…in Istria…
The 25th Croatia Open ATP Tennis tournament will take place from 17th to 27th July 2014 in Umag. A clutch of top men’s players, including some of the top Croatian players, take part. There’s also a number of other events taking place that accompany the event, making it quite a fun tennis tournament to attend!
The 25th Croatia Open ATP Tennis tournament will take place from 17th to 27th July 2014 in Umag. A clutch of top men’s players, including some of the top Croatian players, take part. There’s also a number of other events taking place that accompany the event, making it quite a fun tennis tournament to attend!
…in Split…
The Split Summer Festival runs for about a month from mid-July to mid-August. Much like the Dubrovnik Summer Festival, this one features open-air theatre, music and dance performances at various special venues around the city, including in and around Diocletian’s Palace.
The Split Summer Festival runs for about a month from mid-July to mid-August. Much like the Dubrovnik Summer Festival, this one features open-air theatre, music and dance performances at various special venues around the city, including in and around Diocletian’s Palace.
The opening of the Dubrovnik Summer Festival
…in Dubrovnik…
The famous Dubrovnik Summer Festival starts mid-July and runs until the end of August. Each year, the Festival includes theatre, opera, music and dance events at various open-air venues around the city.
The famous Dubrovnik Summer Festival starts mid-July and runs until the end of August. Each year, the Festival includes theatre, opera, music and dance events at various open-air venues around the city.
…on the islands…
Kazaliste Ulysses (Ulysses Theatre), co-founded by famous Croatian actor Rade Serbedzija, is situated on Veliki Brijuni island (of the Brijuni islands) and runs each summer with some wonderful plays – past seasons have seen Hamlet and King Lear. The Theatre is open and holds performances from mid-July to mid-August each year.
Kazaliste Ulysses (Ulysses Theatre), co-founded by famous Croatian actor Rade Serbedzija, is situated on Veliki Brijuni island (of the Brijuni islands) and runs each summer with some wonderful plays – past seasons have seen Hamlet and King Lear. The Theatre is open and holds performances from mid-July to mid-August each year.
…in Istria…
Another film event in Istria is the well-established Motovun Film Festival. Although held in a small (but very pretty) hilltop town in inland Istria, the event is considered one of the premier film festivals in Croatia. A variety of features from across the world are shown, from documentaries to full-length films.
Another film event in Istria is the well-established Motovun Film Festival. Although held in a small (but very pretty) hilltop town in inland Istria, the event is considered one of the premier film festivals in Croatia. A variety of features from across the world are shown, from documentaries to full-length films.
…in North Dalmatia…
The 8th Millennium Jump takes place in Zadar at the end of July 2014, with locals (and any other willing participants!) gathering on the waterfront and then jumping into the sea at the same time! Around 1,500 people take part each year; here’s a video from In Your Pocket explaining a bit more about the event. Fun to join in with if you’re there!
The 8th Millennium Jump takes place in Zadar at the end of July 2014, with locals (and any other willing participants!) gathering on the waterfront and then jumping into the sea at the same time! Around 1,500 people take part each year; here’s a video from In Your Pocket explaining a bit more about the event. Fun to join in with if you’re there!
Events in August 2014
…near Split…
On the first weekend of August each year, a very famous and historic horseback tournament takes place in the town of Sinj, near Split. Now in its 298th year (that’s not an error!) the Sinjska Alka (or Sinj Alka) sees competitors on horseback armed with lances, aiming to hit the inside of a metal ring (the alka), with points awarded according to which part of the ring they hit. The Sinjska Alka was entered onto the UNESCO Intangible World Heritage List in 2010 (read more on the UNESCO site), and is well worth attending if you’re in the region in early August.
On the first weekend of August each year, a very famous and historic horseback tournament takes place in the town of Sinj, near Split. Now in its 298th year (that’s not an error!) the Sinjska Alka (or Sinj Alka) sees competitors on horseback armed with lances, aiming to hit the inside of a metal ring (the alka), with points awarded according to which part of the ring they hit. The Sinjska Alka was entered onto the UNESCO Intangible World Heritage List in 2010 (read more on the UNESCO site), and is well worth attending if you’re in the region in early August.
…in North Dalmatia…
The wonderful Full Moon Festival will take place on the Riva in Zadar on 10th August 2014. Locals turn off their lights, and head to the candlelit waterfront to enjoy music and food. A must if you’re in the region at this time of the year!
The wonderful Full Moon Festival will take place on the Riva in Zadar on 10th August 2014. Locals turn off their lights, and head to the candlelit waterfront to enjoy music and food. A must if you’re in the region at this time of the year!
…in North Dalmatia…
The fourth Avvantura Festival Film Forum Zadar will take place from 23rd to 29th August 2014.
The fourth Avvantura Festival Film Forum Zadar will take place from 23rd to 29th August 2014.
Events in Croatia in September
…in Istria…
The four-day Outlook Festival takes place in Punto Christo, Pula from 3rd to 7th September 2014. Labelled as “Europe’s largest bass culture and dubstep festival”, the event is already now in its seventh year.
The four-day Outlook Festival takes place in Punto Christo, Pula from 3rd to 7th September 2014. Labelled as “Europe’s largest bass culture and dubstep festival”, the event is already now in its seventh year.
…in Split…
The Split Film Festival will take place from 13th to 20th September 2014, showcasing new films
from across the world from a variety of categories, themes, genres and styles.
The Split Film Festival will take place from 13th to 20th September 2014, showcasing new films
from across the world from a variety of categories, themes, genres and styles.
Events in Croatia in October
…in Zagreb…
The Zagreb International Chamber Music Festival is only a few years old, but already attracts a number of artists. Various classical concerts take place over a week in mid-October.
The Zagreb International Chamber Music Festival is only a few years old, but already attracts a number of artists. Various classical concerts take place over a week in mid-October.
…all over Croatia…
International Cravat Day is to be celebrated on 18th October 2014, with assorted events in honour of this Croatian invention across the country. See more details on Academia Cravatica‘s site.
International Cravat Day is to be celebrated on 18th October 2014, with assorted events in honour of this Croatian invention across the country. See more details on Academia Cravatica‘s site.
…in Istria…
Starting in September, though mainly taking place in October and the beginning of November, the “Day of Truffles” events are actually a succession of truffle-themed days taking place every weekend at various towns in Istria. Check locally for planned events, and enjoy tasting various food and dishes flavoured with truffles.
Starting in September, though mainly taking place in October and the beginning of November, the “Day of Truffles” events are actually a succession of truffle-themed days taking place every weekend at various towns in Istria. Check locally for planned events, and enjoy tasting various food and dishes flavoured with truffles.
Events in Croatia in November
…in Dubrovnik…
The annual Dubrovnik Gastro Table event takes place on one Saturday in early November (or sometimes late October), with a number of hotels, restaurants and other local businesses taking part. Held on Stradun, visitors can sample a wide variety of treats and dishes offered by these establishments.
The annual Dubrovnik Gastro Table event takes place on one Saturday in early November (or sometimes late October), with a number of hotels, restaurants and other local businesses taking part. Held on Stradun, visitors can sample a wide variety of treats and dishes offered by these establishments.
...all over Croatia…
Mid-November sees Theatre Night in Croatia (having expanded, it also takes place in several other neighbouring countries). Somewhere along the lines of 80 venues in more than 30 towns and cities in the country participate, welcoming over 40,000 attendees. Theatres will hold free (or cheaper) performances, with additional workshops, tours and similar.
Mid-November sees Theatre Night in Croatia (having expanded, it also takes place in several other neighbouring countries). Somewhere along the lines of 80 venues in more than 30 towns and cities in the country participate, welcoming over 40,000 attendees. Theatres will hold free (or cheaper) performances, with additional workshops, tours and similar.
Events in Croatia in December
…all over Croatia…
Almost all towns in Croatia, however small, will have festive decorations put up to celebrate Christmas. Some, especially the larger towns and cities, will have Christmas fairs and other events to celebrate the time of year. This is also true for New Year’s Eve – head to the main square of the town/city you’re in, and you can probably enjoy an evening concert until the early hours, which normally has a pause for fireworks at midnight!
Almost all towns in Croatia, however small, will have festive decorations put up to celebrate Christmas. Some, especially the larger towns and cities, will have Christmas fairs and other events to celebrate the time of year. This is also true for New Year’s Eve – head to the main square of the town/city you’re in, and you can probably enjoy an evening concert until the early hours, which normally has a pause for fireworks at midnight!
Source: http://www.visit-croatia.co.uk/
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