Croatia, situated along the Adriatic Sea in Southeastern Europe, is a country known for its stunning coastline, rich history, and vibrant cultural scene. Throughout the year, Croatia hosts a diverse array of events that showcase its heritage, arts, music, and culinary traditions. Throughout the year, Croatia’s cities and towns come alive with food festivals, wine tastings, and cultural exhibitions that celebrate the country’s culinary delights, wine-making traditions, and local crafts. From the historic streets of Split to the idyllic islands of Hvar and Korčula, Croatia’s events offer a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty that captivates visitors from around the world.
Dubrovnik Summer Festival (Dubrovačke ljetne igre)
The Dubrovnik Summer Festival is one of Croatia’s most prominent cultural events, featuring theater performances, music concerts, dance, and other artistic performances held at historic venues in Dubrovnik.
Time: July and August.
The Zagreb Film Festival is Croatia’s largest film festival, showcasing a diverse selection of Croatian and international films, including feature films, documentaries, short films, and animations.
Time: November.
Ultra Europe is one of Europe’s largest electronic music festivals, featuring performances by top international DJs and electronic music artists at venues in Split and nearby islands.
Time: July.
INmusic Festival is Croatia’s biggest open-air music festival, held at Jarun Lake in Zagreb. It features live performances by international and Croatian bands and artists across various music genres.
Time: June.
Split Summer Festival (Splitsko ljeto)
The Split Summer Festival is a cultural event held in Split, featuring theater performances, concerts, opera, ballet, and other artistic performances at historic venues such as Diocletian’s Palace.
Time: July and August.
Croatian Summer Salsa Festival
The Croatian Summer Salsa Festival in Rovinj is one of Europe’s largest salsa and Latin dance festivals, featuring workshops, performances, parties, and social dancing by renowned instructors and dancers.
Time: June.
Rijeka Carnival (Riječki karneval)
The Rijeka Carnival is one of Croatia’s most colorful and lively festivals, featuring parades, masked balls, street performances, music, and cultural events to celebrate the carnival season.
Time: January to March (peak events in February).
The Pula Film Festival is Croatia’s oldest film festival, celebrating Croatian and international cinema with screenings, premieres, awards, and special events held at the historic Pula Arena.
Time: July.
Dubrovnik International Film Festival (DUFF)
The Dubrovnik International Film Festival showcases independent and international films, including feature films, documentaries, and short films, with screenings, discussions, and cultural events in Dubrovnik.
Time: Late April to early May.
The Adriatic Gastro Show in Split is a culinary event showcasing the best of Croatian cuisine, wine, and gastronomy. It features tastings, cooking demonstrations, workshops, and presentations by chefs and food experts.
Time: March.
Šibenik Gastro Festival
This food and wine festival takes place in early June in Šibenik. It celebrates local and international culinary offerings, including wine producers, with cooking demonstrations and workshops.
Starts: early June
Vinart Grand Tasting
Organized in Zagreb and this organized festival is not only about tasting; it includes workshops and a special event called Vinart Petit
A tasting that presents rare vintage wines. The festival brings together more than 300 winemakers and food producers to present their best products
Starts: August
Breg Fest-White Wine Festival
This festival takes place in Zagreb and highlights wines from the Croatian highland wine region. It attracts wine lovers to taste the unique flavors of original white wines and quality sparkling wines from small, family-owned vineyards.
Starts: September