Event
Samobor Carnival (Fašnik) 2027
Samoborski fašnik is one of Croatia's oldest and best-loved carnivals, filling the picturesque town of Samobor with masked parades, concerts and festivities in the weeks before Lent. The 201st edition is expected in February 2027.
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At a glance
- Dates
- Carnival season before Lent; runs roughly two weeks to Shrove Tuesday (mid-Feb 2027) — confirm dates on samobor.hr
- Where
- Samobor town centre
- Price
- Free
- Official
- www.samobor.hr ↗
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What to expect
- One of the oldest carnivals in Croatia (200th edition in 2026)
- Masked parades, concerts and the burning of 'Fašnik' to close the season
- Famous Samobor kremšnite custard slices to refuel
Planning tips
- Samobor is just ~40 minutes from Zagreb — an easy outing
- The big parade is on the final carnival weekend; confirm the exact date locally
- Wear a costume to join in
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.