Zagreb Classic Open Air Festival
19/6 .. 2/7
www.infozagreb.hr/en/zagreb-classic-en
One of the most highly anticipated events on the summertime calendar, the magical Zagreb Classic brings high culture into the city’s open spaces. As ever, the program features elite musicians from around the world, bringing the finest talent to the charming setting of King Tomislav Square for special nights of classical music, opera, and orchestral interpretations of modern masterpieces, among other delights. Bring a blanket, grab a space on the grass, and get ready for the most exquisite harmonies and melodies to fill the summer night sky.
The Zagreb Classic has been a popular summertime event since 2016, creating a truly sumptuous atmosphere. This year, the lineup is as fabulous as we’ve come to assume, as Genoa-born tenor Francesco Meli brings his iconic romantic tones to town. Elsewhere, Lithuanian violinist and former Young Musician of the Year Julian Rachlin will serenade the skies, and the festival comes to a close with the first performance of “Anno Domini 925. Kralj Tomislav,” an oratorio by HNK Orchestra and a choir from the United States, composed by Matej Meštrović and conducted by Jonathan Griffith.
There’s no better way to experience elite musicians on a truly unique stage this summer. Entry to all the shows is entirely free, and the atmosphere is just about as accessible as it gets, making the Zagreb Classic a brilliant night out for families, dates, experienced classical music fans, first timers, and anyone else. Music is made to be savoured, and there is something special about embracing the most classical of tones in one of Zagreb’s most beautiful spaces. Enjoy!
Zagreb Classic
Stars of Croatian History: The Sky is the their Limit. Meet Them! – Museum zone 25/2 .. 31/12
Klovićevi dvori Gallery Exhibitions
15/4 .. 29/6
Jezuitski trg1 www.gkd.hr
15/4 .. 29/6 Kviz Collection: Little Treasury of Croatian Painting
A collection of 68 works from the late 19th and early 20th century that includes essential pieces by Bukovac, Račić, and more.
6/5 .. 29/6 Miro Vuco: Monographic exhibition
A fascinating retrospective that celebrates one of Croatia’s most beloved sculptors and painters, shining a light on Vuco’s famously playful creations.
Zagreb Airport
Ul.Rudolfa Fizira 21, Velika Gorica www.hismus.hr
Get to know many of the most important figures from Croatia’s long and storied history at this fascinating exhibit inside the capital’s airport. A total of 24 figures from the worlds of politics, science, culture and sport are celebrated, from Josip Jelačić to Nikola Tesla via Meštrović, Bošković, BrlićMažuranić and more.
INDEX.WOMEN 15/4 .. 31/8
Zagreb City Museum, Opatička 20 www.mgz.hr
This powerful exhibition showcases the strength of finishing a seemingly simple sentence. “I feel…” might not sound complex, but the ideas and feelings displayed here are an emotional rollercoaster through the everyday lives of women. This is art as a living dialogue, one that brings the position of women in society to the fore.
Croatian History Museum Archives
Zagreb City Museum Archives
Jerolim Miše, Under the Olive Tree 1937, Klovićevi Dvori Gallery
Cirkobalkana 13: Manipulations
31/5 .. 8/6
Pogon Jedinstvo and Cirkobalkana tent, Trnjanska struga 34 www.cirkobalkana.org
There’s nothing quite like the circus. This contemporary circus festival is a triumph of fun and games, featuring everything from Circolympics to workshops, international performers, and more. Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all ages, get ready for a feast of fun, because anything can happen at the circus!
The World Festival of Animated Film – Animafest 2 .. 7/6
SC Cinema, Cinema Kinoteka, MSU and other venues across the city www.animafest.hr
The prestigious animated film festival features over 300 pictures from a broad range of genres, all accompanied by a series of exhibitions, masterclasses, discussions, and a very important award ceremony. The festival features films from all across the world and also includes a program dedicated to refugees, activism, war, and more.
Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall Events
1 .. 21/6
Trg Stjepana Radića 4 www.lisinski.hr
1/6 Wiener Mozart Orchester
One of Vienna’s most prestigious cultural institutions brings its classical glamour to Zagreb.
7/6 The Dire Straits Experience
Formed by former member Chris White, this is the best way to enjoy the hits of one of rock’s most iconic bands.
21/6 Matteo Bocelli Summer Nights
The son of musical royalty is the next big thing in classical crossover music, a glimpse at the future of music’s most elegant genre.
Lapidation, Photo by Katarzyna Anna Kubiak
Matteo Bocelli Promo
Jelena Oroz, No Place (2024), Animafest
The 29th edition of this fabulous international street festival turns the Croatian capital into one giant canvas where rhythm is king and creativity is encouraged in all its forms. It lives up to its billing as “Croatia’s most vibrant street festival” as colourful characters of all kinds take over the city. Street entertainers from all over the world will entertain the people in many of the city’s most iconic squares, parks and streets.
3 .. 17/6
Kerempuh Theatre, Prolaz Fadila Hadžića 3 www.kazalistekerempuh.hr
Where would we be without satire? One of the most vital forms of comedy gets an international showcase at this fabulous festival, a celebration of dismay that engages visitors through that unmistakable combination of biting social commentary and razor-sharp wit. The festival features 11 titles from across the region. 49th Days of
Kerempuh Theater Archives
Cest
Zagreb Beer Fest 5 .. 8/6
Trg Franje Tuđmana, Ilica 156 www.facebook.com/zagrebbeerfest
Good beer, live music, and good times; what’s not to love? The annual celebration of all things beer returns to the capital with a stacked lineup of bands providing the soundtrack for a heady few days of enjoying life in the centre of the city.
6 .. 8/6
Medvednica Mountain www.highlanderadventure.com/hr/medvednica
Equal parts challenging and captivating, this is the perfect way to enjoy Zagreb’s unique marriage of the urban and the natural, although you’ll have to be able to traverse 58km to see it. The course glides through culture, history, nature, and humanity, no matter whether you are trying the Pegasus format or the slightly more accessible Lyra version. This is a real adventure of a lifetime for those who are up to the challenge.
Zagreb Beer Fest Archives, Photo by Marko Lopac
Photo by Samir Kurtagić, HL Medvednica Archives
Eurokaz: Eurijala 2025 6 .. 13/6
Nikola Tesla Techincal Museum, Savska 18 www.eurokaz.hr
Art is always moving forward, and this unique theatre festival brings together innovators and creators to explore the next big thing on sta ge. This is all about pushing the boundaries, and the two shows (Queen Bee and BIOM) are very much representative of that. There will also be exhibitions of new student work.
Place Market 6, 13, 20, 27/6; 4, 11/7
Dolac Market www.placemarket.hr
The city’s popular street food market is a summertime staple, bringing together the flavours of the country to create one of the most delicious events of the year. The street food markets stay open into the evening, bringing people together to sample Zagreb’s culinary charms in a beautifully social environment.
Summer at MSU 6/6 .. 11/7
Contemporary Art Museum, Avenija Dubrovnik 17 www.msu.hr
The summer program showcases the best of all forms of art and creativity, with a packed schedule of exciting live music, thoughtful art exhibitions, vibrant festivals, intricate movies, theatre, dancing, and more. It all comes together to show just how creative this city can be.
Place Market Archives
MRFY 2024 Promo
Eurokaz Promo
Festival of the European Short Story
8 .. 12/6
Vintage Industrial Bar, Savska 160 Bunt Bar, Stube Ivana Zakmardija 5 Fraktura Bookstore, Ulica kneza Mislava 17 https://europeanshortstory.org
The theme of this year’s short story extravaganza is “Tradition. And Me,” and the many marvellous films displayed will stretch and twist that theme to its very limits. How does tradition shape us? Does it define us? All this and more is explored at the festival, held in Zagreb and Zadar.
Britanski trg www.instagram.com/foodtruckfestivalhr
A broad range of tastes and flavours will light up this street food festival, which takes place every day from 5 pm until midnight during its run. Entry to the festival is free, and the joy provided by the delicious cuisine is practically priceless.
Zgraf13 10 .. 24/6
French pavilion, Savska cesta 25 www.zgraf.hr
Graphic design and visual communication have never been more influential and important, making it all the more remarkable that this prestigious festival celebrates half a century in 2025. The theme of this year’s festival is “Pleasure to All,” a concept that is explored through exhibitions, competitions, lectures, and more.
FEKP Archives, Photo by Marko Uzelac
Food Truck Festival Archives
Zgraf13 Archives
Martina Miholić - Dream Waves: Hyper Drift 12/6 .. 4/7
Grič Tunnel www.hdlu.hr
One of the most innovative events of the summer, this collaborative installation takes visitors on a deep journey through archaeology, fiction, and archetypal symbols. The history of the city is told through both natural and artificial elements, creating a dream-like environment that celebrates a very real phenomenon.
Skillet 11/6
Tvornica kulture (Culture Factory) Šubićeva 2 www.tvornicakulture.com
Almost 30 years into their career, the American Christian rock band shows no sign of slowing down. Expect all the hits and more, as the band embark on a tour in support of 2024’s “Revolution,” their 12th studio album.
Baš Naš festival 12/6 .. 6/7
Gradec Plateau www.facebook.com/basnasfestival2
The popular street festival is back, serving up all sorts of delights for those lucky enough to visit. This is a festival that attracts people back every year, thanks in part to its mix of flavours, sights, sounds, and views, all enjoyed from one of the most picturesque spots in Zagreb.
Skillet Revolution Tour 2025
Baš Naš Archives
Martina Miholić Archives
Zagreb Open 2025 - Alpe Adria Cup 13 .. 15/6
https://vihor.hr
Orienteers from all across the continent are expected to make their way to the city for three days of challenges and competitions, covering everything from short to long distances with plenty in between. Don’t forget your map and that all-important compass.
Pop Up By The Lake 20 .. 29/6
The beautiful Bundek Lake is the gorgeous setting for the fourth edition of this delightful summertime event. City vibes blend seamlessly with the charms of nature through live music, floral installations, delicious cocktails, and more. The Pop Up Film Festival has a fabulous line-up of movies for all ages.
European
Archaeology
Days 2025 13 .. 15/6
Archaeological Museum in Zagreb, Zrinjevac 19 https://journees-archeologie.eu/c-2025/ lg-en/croatia/Home
This continent-wide extravaganza also takes place in the Croatian capital, where budding archaeologists and long-time discoverers will learn more about the nuts and bolts of this all-important bridge between science and the humanities.
Bundek Lake
Vihor Archives
European Archaeology Days
Pop Up Garden Archives
Sirius Open - international tennis tournament for people with disabilities
20 .. 22/6
Maksimir Tennis Centre, Ravnice V 10 www.tk-sirius.com
For the 16th year, Croatia’s oldest international tennis tournament for people with disabilities returns to the capital. More than 50 wheelchair tennis stars from around the globe will compete for the top prizes and all-important ranking points, with an engaging program of events held alongside the matches.
INmusic Festival 23 .. 25/6
Lake Jarun www.inmusicfestival.com/en
One of the city’s biggest festivals takes place in the spectacular surroundings of Lake Jarun, and who can blame INMusic for choosing this spot? This year’s lineup features stars like Air, Massive Attack, St. Vincent, and Michael Kiwanuka, along with a crop of fabulous regional bands.
Festival of Illusions 26 .. 29/6
Europski trg www.facebook.com/MuzejIluzija
Everything is not as it seems at this special event celebrating 10 years of Zagreb’s most confusing (in a fun way) museum. The festival will bring magic to the urban world, complete with workshops, games, and more, showcasing a world that isn’t quite as it seems.
Sirius Open
Museum of Illusions Archives
InMusic Promo
15th Fantastic Zagreb Film Festival 26/6 .. 6/7
Tuškanac Summer Stage & KIC https://fantastic-zagreb.com/en/
What started as the only festival of its kind in the region has blossomed into a must-attend genre showcase, with the best fantastic films getting the main event treatment they deserve. Many cult classics are also shown during the event, with outdoor screenings a particular highlight.
Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall, Trg Stjepana Radića 4 www.daysoforis.com
The jubilee edition of this popular festival continues the good work that has been achieved over the last quarter century, bringing some of the most influential voices in architecture and culture to the stage to dispense wisdom and ideas to all.
Lauba – House for People&Art, Prilaz baruna Filipovića 23a www.nesvrstani.hr
The highlight of the contemporary art market calendar returns with the same ambitions as ever, namely offering people the chance to discover their new favourite artists while maintaining the integrity and authenticity of the city’s art scene. For collectors, dealers, and artists, this is the biggest event of the year. Art Fair NESVRSTANI 27 .. 29/6
Fantastic Zagreb Film Festival Archives
Days of Oris 2025
Lauba Archives
Summer at Matoš 27/6 .. 26/7
Trg Antuna, Ivana i Vladimira Mažuranića www.facebook.com/caffedematosadvent
Summer is a time for celebration, and the shade of the chestnut trees provides the perfect place for a little summertime smiling. The schedule is as packed as ever, featuring events for adults and children alike, with live music and creative workshops (and brilliant photo ops) everywhere.
A host of excellent artists will light up Grič during this most beloved of summer festivals, a Zagreb institution for over four decades. The Zagreb Philharmonic and Academic Choir IGK kick things off with a Mozart Requiem, before Thomas Dunford and Friends take to the stage on July 9. The Janoska Ensemble will play Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, while Lovro Pogorelić brings his unique talents to this popular festival. The Ardemus Quartet brings the show to a close on July 18.
Grič Evenings 4 .. 18/7
Klovićevi dvori Gallery Atrium www.facebook.com/VeceriNaGricu
Sumer at Matoš Archives
EXIT Summer Nights
27/6 .. 3/8
Ribnjak Youth Center, Ribnjak Park 1 Exit Studio, Gundulićeva 37/1 https://teatarexit.hr
The popular theatre will be digging deep into its repertoire and bringing out the gems for the 16th edition of its summer showcase, with shows like “SHAKEspeare at EXIT,” “Brilliant Things,” and “Münchhausen” on the program. There will also be the premiere of “Little Treasure,” a new show from the theatre.
59th International Folklore Festival Zagreb
16 .. 20/7
– Traditional Culture and Identities Marking the 1100th Anniversary of the Croatian Kingdom https://msf.hr/en
Croatia celebrates an incredible 1,100 years since King Tomislav’s coronation in 2025, so what better way to ring in that big birthday than by immersing yourself in the traditional cultures and folklore of the nation? If you want to unearth the soul of Croatia, this is the festival for you.
Exit Theatre Archives
MSF Archives
Open Air Summer
28/6 .. 27/7
The summer schedule is packed with open-air concerts featuring some seriously big names, so put on your finest threads and head to Lake Jarun and Šalata – the city’s top summer stages. Lake Jarun, Zagreb’s green oasis, sets the scene with its laid-back lakeside vibe, while Šalata, a popular open-air venue within a central sports complex, delivers big performances right in the heart of the city.
28/6 Lollipop x Sean Paul Jarun Lake
The Grammy award-winner brings his unique brand of pop to the lake alongside Croatia’s fastest-growing party brand, a match made in vibes heaven.
29/6 Faithless
ŠRC Šalata, Schlosserove Stube 2
The British dance legends are just about as iconic as dance music gets, and they know how to put on a show like no other.
20/7 Skunk Anansie
ŠRC Šalata, Schlosserove Stube 2
2025 sees the release of the band’s 7th studio album, and this setlist will be hit after hit after hit.
22,23/7 Queens of the Stone Age
ŠRC Šalata, Schlosserove Stube 2
Josh Homme and his band of merry men bring riffs, rhythms and grooves to the Croatian capital this summer.
27/7 Gojira
ŠRC Šalata, Schlosserove Stube 2
Expect plenty of complexity and no shortage of brutality when the French metal heroes bring their unique sound to Šalata.
LADO at Mažuranac Festival 4 .. 6/7
Trg Antuna, Ivana i Vladimira Mažuranića, Zagreb Ethnographic Museum & LADO ensemble building www.lado.hr/festival
One of the most traditional events of the year, the festival returns for the fifth edition to bring this unique aspect of Croatia’s cultural heritage to the fore. In 2025, the event will take place on and around Mažuranić Square, and admission is free.
Dance Evenings at Zrinjevac 1 .. 30/8
Zrinjevac Park
Zrinjevac Park turns into one giant open-air dancefloor throughout August, as this brilliant festival brings energy and excitement to the arms, legs, and hips of the city. Every Friday and Saturday, 5 pm – 11 pm, dance workshops are followed by live music, with throwing shapes at the heart of it all.
OKOLO/AROUND
20 .. 30/8
Various city locations www.facebook.com/okolozagreb
Zagreb has art running through its veins, and few events showcase that spirit quite as well. The festival breathes new life into the city’s urban spaces, turning Zagreb into a thrilling conveyor belt of colour and creativity through art, spontaneity, and innovation.
Lado Promo
Okolo / Around Archives, Photo by Ernest Mazarekić
ZTB Archives, Photo by Julien Duval
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