Events
Upcoming events in Zagreb
A curated list of upcoming Zagreb events (festival weekends and seasonal highlights), with practical tips and official links.
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Pick an event that fits your dates, then open it for the official schedule and any ticket rules. Programs change — if something conflicts, trust the official link on the event page.
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Typically February (dates TBA)
Zagreb Wine & Gourmet Festival (seasonal)
A wine-and-food-focused weekend with tastings and pairings—nice if you want one ‘planned evening’ that feels polished and very Zagreb-in-winter.
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March 18–2026 (day: 22)
Festival of Lights Zagreb 2026
A spring week of light installations across central Zagreb—perfect for evening walks and a ‘city feels designed’ vibe.
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April 19–2026 (day: 26)
ZagrebDox 2026
A major documentary film festival in Zagreb—perfect for a few curated evenings if you like real stories and thoughtful programming.
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April 27–May 18, 2026
Zagreb Jazz Festival (spring concerts) 2026
A spring jazz concert run in Zagreb—ideal if you want one elegant live-music night without building your whole trip around a festival.
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May 14–2026 (day: 16)
JazzHR Festival 2026
Zagreb’s spring jazz festival nights—great for one ‘planned evening out’ if you want live music in a seated venue.
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Typically May–September (dates TBA)
Summer on Stross (Strossmartre) (seasonal)
A long summer run of open-air culture on the Strossmayer Promenade—small concerts, pop-ups, and a perfect ‘wander after dinner’ vibe.
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May 30, 2026
Croatia Statehood Day (May 30) in Zagreb
A national public holiday in Croatia. In Zagreb, expect a different city rhythm and potential official ceremonies—useful for planning opening hours and transport.
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May 31, 2026
Day of the City of Zagreb 2026
A city celebration day with public programming and a ‘locals’ atmosphere—nice if you want to catch Zagreb in ‘community mode’ rather than tourist mode.
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Typically early June (dates TBA)
Cest is d Best (street festival) (seasonal)
A playful street-festival weekend with performances and pop-up energy in the center—great if you want a ‘Zagreb feels alive’ early-summer vibe.
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June 8–2026 (day: 13)
Animafest Zagreb 2026
One of Europe’s best animation festivals—screenings, programs, and a focused ‘film city’ mood in early summer.
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Typically June (dates TBA)
Zagreb Pride (seasonal)
A Pride weekend with a march and events—good city energy and a meaningful early-summer moment if you’re visiting.
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Typically late June–July (dates TBA)
Zagreb Classic (open-air classical festival) (seasonal)
Open-air classical concerts in the center—an easy, elegant summer night that feels ‘designed’ without being formal or expensive.
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June 22–2026 (day: 24)
INmusic Festival 2026
Zagreb’s biggest outdoor music festival at Lake Jarun—sunset sets, big nights, and a classic ‘summer festival’ atmosphere.
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Typically late summer (dates TBA)
Burger Festival Zagreb (seasonal)
A pop-up food festival with lots of stands and a lively after-work crowd—great for an easy dinner plan when you want variety without reservations.
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Typically October (date TBA)
Zagreb Marathon (seasonal)
A classic autumn race day in the city—fun to watch even if you’re not running, and a good excuse to plan a crisp October weekend.
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Typically November (dates TBA for 2026)
Zagreb Film Festival (ZFF) 2026
Croatia’s flagship fall film festival: international selections, strong premieres, and a cozy cinema-city vibe that makes Zagreb feel extra alive at night.
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November 10–2026 (day: 15)
Interliber 2026 (Zagreb Book Fair)
Croatia’s biggest book fair week—nice if you like browsing and want a cozy indoor plan in November.
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Typically late November–early January (dates TBA)
Advent in Zagreb (Christmas market season) (seasonal)
Zagreb’s winter highlight: lights, markets, skating, and a city that feels designed for evening strolls. Great for a short December trip.
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December 31, 2026–January 1, 2027
New Year’s Eve in Zagreb (doček Nove godine)
A festive center-city countdown with plenty of options: dinner, a bar night, or a simple midnight stroll—Zagreb lets you choose your pace.
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Typically late January (date TBA)
Night of Museums (Noć muzeja) (seasonal)
A January night when museums and cultural venues stay open late with special programs—one of the best ‘see more for less’ culture nights of the year.
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