Event
Easter and Easter Monday in Croatia 2027
Easter Sunday on 28 March and Easter Monday on 29 March are Croatian public holidays in 2027, with church services and widespread holiday opening hours.
Updated Jul 10, 2026
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At a glance
- Dates
- March 28–29, 2027
- Where
- Nationwide · Nationwide
- Price
- Public holiday; no admission
- Official
- mvep.gov.hr ↗
What to expect
- Easter Sunday and Monday are public holidays
- One of Croatia's main family and religious holiday periods
Planning tips
- Book any holiday meal directly and buy essentials beforehand
- Verify church services and attraction hours independently
Build a day around it
The easiest event day in Zagreb is a simple structure: one event block, one food block, and one short walk — plus buffer. When you plan lightly, the city feels relaxed instead of scheduled.
- If you have 2–3 hours: arrive early → event → quick loop nearby.
- If you’re making a full day: one major “things to do” pick + event + a calm dinner plan.
- If the weather turns: keep walking minimal and use cafés/museums as your buffer.
Before you go
- Confirm the details: check the official link for last-minute schedule or venue updates.
- Arrive with buffer: 15–30 minutes early usually makes the whole experience calmer.
- Have a weather plan: keep one indoor “warm stop” in mind in case the day turns.
Other upcoming events
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