Festival of Lights Zagreb
20/3 .. 24/3
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Spring is a time when nature turns the lights back on. The days get a little longer as the sun returns from its winter hibernation, and thoughts move to the summer ahead. Spring in Zagreb means it is time for the popular Festival of Lights. The city shimmers with the creative works of artists, bringing together design and spectacle while making the most of Zagreb’s gorgeous architecture. Zagreb is a city of light, and the annual Festival of Lights brings the best out of its streets and squares.
This year’s Festival of Lights is held in collaboration with the WWF (World Wildlife Fund), one of the most influential nature conservation organisations around the world. The festival will take inspiration from the WWF’s focus on harmony between humans and nature with an impressive 3D projection on Marulić Square, among other installations. Earth Hour will bring extra focus on the theme, held on March 23. One of the most impactful names in wilderness preservation for well over 60 years, WWF’s presence adds another layer of interest to this year’s festival.
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The Festival of Lights is Zagreb at its glimmering best. The city shakes off the shackles of winter in a feast of art, entertainment and innovation, as seemingly every corner of Zagreb becomes a canvas for something special, from installations to animations via exhibitions, projections, performances and more. Now in its sixth year, the Festival of Lights is a city spectacle that runs from March 20 to 24, bringing visitors and residents out onto the streets to embrace the inherent optimism and excitement that spring (and the festival) provides.
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Vinart Grand Tasting
1/3 .. 2/3
Lauba
Prilaz baruna Filipovića 23a www.grandtasting-vinart.com
Croatian wine is some of the best in Europe, and this brilliant event brings together many of the nation’s best winemakers in one place. A must for oenophiles, visitors can sample a broad range of wines before buying something to take home from the special Pop-Up Wine Shop.
IBA Champions’ Night
23/3
Arena Zagreb
Vice Vukova 5 www.boks-savez.hr
This rescheduled event is on course to be the biggest boxing event held in Croatia. The fivematch card features continental championship bouts and is headlined by an intriguing encounter for the IBA Pro World Championship title.
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Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall
Trg Stjepana Radića 4
www.lisinski.hr
A concert celebrating the many mega hits of one of the most influential pop groups of all time, this famous extravaganza breathes new life into the melodies and harmonies that have dominated
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IBA Champions’ Night 23/3
Arena Zagreb
Vice Vukova 5 www.boks-savez.hr
This rescheduled event is on course to be the biggest boxing event held in Croatia. The fivematch card features continental championship bouts and is headlined by an intriguing encounter for the IBA Pro World Championship title.
KODO One Earth Tour
2024: Warabe
24/3
Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall, Trg Stjepana Radića 4 www.lisinski.hr
The Japanese taiko drumming ensemble has been wowing audiences for 40 years, and this thrilling event is a celebration of the group’s career while forging a new, exciting path into the future.
Intense rhythms and electric physicality combine to create something exceptional.
Kodo Promo
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IBA Champions’ Night 23/3
Arena Zagreb
Vice Vukova 5 www.boks-savez.hr
This rescheduled event is on course to be the biggest boxing event held in Croatia. The fivematch card features continental championship bouts and is headlined by an intriguing encounter for the IBA Pro World Championship title.
Projekt Ilica: Q’Art 24/3, 21/4, 19/5
www.projektilica.com
The long-time neighbourhood art project breaks new ground this year, with each of its festivals focusing on a different UNESCO Sustainable Development Goal. The first three events are dedicated to reducing inequality (24/03, Ribnjak), promoting sustainable terrestrial ecosystems (21/04, Ilica), and improving access to clean drinking water around the world (19/05, Trnjanska Savica).
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www.lisinski.hr
The Japanese taiko drumming ensemble has been wowing audiences for 40 years, and this thrilling event is a celebration of the group’s career while forging a new, exciting path into the future. Intense rhythms and electric physicality combine to create something exceptional.
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KODO One Earth Tour
Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall, Trg Stjepana Radića 4
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Festivities of the Passion Heritage
26/2 .. 27/3
Easter Events
Georgian National Ballet Sukhishvili
6/4, 7/4
Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall Trg Stjepana Radića 4 www.lisinski.hr
Following on from its critically acclaimed sold-out concert in 2023, one of the most popular troupes on the planet returns for another show, lighting up the stage with unique instruments, compelling rhythms and world-class choreography. The group has been at the forefront of ballet for over 70 years, with no end in sight.
Various locations
www.pasionska-bastina.hr
This Easter celebration is an annual event featuring traditional songs and art along with educational lectures, exhibitions and more.
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Lenten concert by the LADO Ensemble: “Oh, Jesus, Give Me Tears”
22/3
St. Mark’s Church www.lado.hr
The National Folk Dance Ensemble of Croatia is committed to keeping national traditions alive and thriving, and this special concert is a great way for visitors to familiarise themselves with the nation’s harmonious heritage.
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Professor Brian Cox - Horizons: A 21st Century Space Odyssey
9/4
Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall Trg Stjepana Radića 4 www.lisinski.hr
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Join the wildly entertaining British pop star physicist on a journey through the universe, discussing everything from supermassive black holes to new and exciting theories of how it all began. The talk will be accentuated with a unique multimedia display, adding another level to an already incredible adventure.
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Pasionska baština Archive, Photo by Vedran Metelko
Brian Cox Promo, Aquarius records
Art Partner Promo
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Julije Knifer (1924 -2004)
Our Centenarians
9/4 .. 12/5
Museum of Contemporary Art
Avenija Dubrovnik 17 www.msu.hr
A cycle of exhibitions celebrating the 100th anniversary of the birth of four wildly influential painters begins with the king of Croatian abstract art. This special showcase will present Knifer’s life and work, along with his connection to the museum from its early days. The exhibition will cover his famous pieces, lesser-known works, special visual accompaniments, and more. Repetition takes on a whole new meaning in this vividly unique artist’s magnificent collection. The cycle of exhibitions coincides with the museum’s 70th birthday.
Scientific Events
Curious minds and experimental ideas combine at these two brilliant science-centric events, encouraging visitors, young and old, to explore new boundaries. Particularly popular with younger visitors, the events aim to make science and technology accessible for all.
III Muzza Science Week
12/4 .. 14/4
University of Zagreb (Seecel) Radoslava Cimermana 88 www.muzza.hr
Science Festival
22/4 .. 27/4
Nikola Tesla Technical Museum
Savska cesta 18
www.tmnt.hr
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Julije Knifer, from the series Self-portraits, 1949 - 1952., MSU Archive
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WRC Croatia Rally 2024
18/4 .. 21/4
Ceremonial start at Zagreb Fountains
(In front of Croatian National Library at Hrvatske bratske zajednice) and ceremonial finish at INA office building (intersection of Avenija Dubrovnik and Avenija Vjećeslava Holjevca).
One of the biggest events on the rally calendar returns, as some of the most talented crews on the planet do battle with 20 special stages covering over 280km. The terrain covered is incredibly varied, and the teams must conquer valleys, mountains, forests, the coast and much more in the quest for glory. The rally is one of only 13 events in the sport to be given the ‘royal’ moniker, and it truly is a test of skill, bravery and endurance.
European Judo Championships
25/4 .. 28/4
Arena Zagreb
Vice Vukova 8
www.judo.hr
The largest judo event to be held in Croatia, this prestigious event takes place with the spectre of the Paris Olympics inspiring every throw. Male and female judokas from all over will compete in individual and team competitions in weight categories from extra-lightweight to heavyweight. The tournament is the last qualifying event on the road to the Summer Games in the French capital, adding a little extra pressure to every bout.
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Barbara Matić, Photo by Gabi Juan (EJU)
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IBA Champions’ Night 23/3
Arena Zagreb
Vice Vukova 5
www.boks-savez.hr
This rescheduled event is on course to be the biggest boxing event held in Croatia. The fivematch card features continental championship bouts and is headlined by an intriguing encounter for the IBA Pro World Championship title.
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Defected Zagreb #3 30/4
Boćarski dom Prisavlje 2 www.defected.com/events
A real red letter event on the house music calendar, this famous festival offers revellers the chance to throw shapes and hit the dance floor all night long to some of the best DJs and mixologists in the world today.
Defected Promo
Degas and Modigliani
14/5 .. 30/6
Klovićevi dvori Gallery
Jezuitski trg 4 www.gkd.hr
An exhibition showcasing over 150 works by some of the most influential visual artists of the 20th century. While the famous artists in the exhibition’s title take centerstage, works by many other artists will also be on show, including Suzanne Valadon, Tamara de Lempicka, and more.
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The Little Dancer, Edgar Degas (1834 - 1917), M. T. Abraham Archive
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Festival 22/5 .. 24/5
Some of the most influential and innovative minds in the world of ESG will come together to give talks, lead debates, workshops and more as the sustainability revolution gathers pace. The annual festival is more than your average conference; it is a call to arms to work together for a more sustainable future through shared knowledge, pushing the envelope and leaving no stone unturned in the search for exciting solutions to global problems. Experts from a range of fields will lead the charge.
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Gipsy Kings
by Andre Reyes
17/5
Arena Zagreb
Vice Vukova 8
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Greencajt
Zagrebački velesajam (Zagreb Fair), Pavilion 13 Avenija Dubrovnik 15 www.greencajt.hr TION
For the first time in Arena Zagreb, the French pioneers of infectious rhythmic melodies take to the stage. The band has been blending genres and ideas for over 30 years, selling over 60 million records and picking up plenty of awards along the way.
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Zagreb Beer Fest 23/5 .. 26/5
Trg Franje Tuđmana www.facebook.com/zagrebbeerfest/
The 7th edition of this festival brings together beer lovers of all types to enjoy everything from big-name lagers to independent craft ales while a fabulous lineup of live music keeps fans entertained all night long. This is one of the premiere festivals of its kind in the region, and great fun from start to finish.
28th Cest is d’best 28/5
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Various locations around city centre www.cestisdbest.com
The 28th edition of this popular international street festival will showcase performances, photography, and creative works from a variety of artists, with a focus on joy and enthusiasm at every turn. Art is about freedom and love, and this festival celebrates that in a most colourful way.
Sting 27/5
Arena Zagreb
Vice Vukova 8
Playing hits from his solo career as well as classics from his days in The Police, the British musician and actor brings his famous brand of professionalism and showmanship once more as part of his “My Songs” world tour.
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Sting Promo
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Ivana Mihoković
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