When to travel
Visiting Croatia is perfect at any time
No matter what season you choose for visiting Croatia, you won’t go wrong. The diversity of scenery, landscapes, cities and people is truly astounding, just like the Croatian climate which guarantees four clearly different seasons. Sun, sea, outdoor activities, unforgettable fragrances and a passion for life are essential in summer, the most popular season to visit Croatia. Temperatures in spring and autumn are milder, but the crowds also subside, giving you the perfect opportunity to explore Croatian lifestyle in an intimate way, while the beautiful nature opens up countless options to enjoy activities without the summer heat. Winter is romantic and cold, often snowy white in a large part of the country, and it brings people together at the famous holiday festivals and events bursting with culinary delicacies.
Best of upcoming Events
INmusic Festival
6/27/2027 to 6/29/2027
The 19th edition of INmusic festival, the biggest Croatian open-air event, will take place from the 27th to the 29th of June 2027 on the beautiful Island of Youth at Zagreb's Lake Jarun.
Hideout Festival
6/29/2027 to 7/2/2026
Hideout Festival is the leading electronic music festival in Europe. Set on the island of Pag, Croatia, six open air stages will once again play host to the best in electronic music.
Plava Laguna Croatia Open Umag
7/9/2027 to 7/18/2027
Plava Laguna Croatia Open Umag, the longest-running tennis tournament in this part of Europe, transforms Umag into a must-visit destination for fans of world-class tennis and top-tier entertainment every July. Since its inception in 1990, this prestigious ATP tournament has welcomed world-renowned tennis players while also providing a platform for numerous young talents to shine.
HIGHLANDER Velebit
8/31/2027 to 9/5/2027
VelebitHIGHLANDER is a global series of hiking events that brings together nature lovers from around the world. This unique series, which began in Croatia, offers participants the opportunity to take on hiking challenges along 100, 50, or 25-kilometer routes over 5, 3, or 2 days.
Rally Show Santa Domenica
11/20/2026 to 11/22/2026
Greatest and most visited rally show event in this part of Europe. It is adored event by both the drivers and spectators due to possibility of simple and accessible following of impressive drives thanks to ideal location.
Christmas Magic of lights by Salaj
11/27/2026 to 1/10/2027
GrabovnicaAll Christmas stories are romantic and educational, especially if you are a guest of the Salaj family in Grabovnica.
Advent in Zagreb
11/28/2026 to 1/7/2027
The sound of bells, the scent of mulled wine, lights dancing to the rhythm of winter — it all comes together to create the magic of the city.
Rijeka Carnival
1/17/2027 to 2/10/2027
We are eagerly waiting for January when the holiday decorations give way to carnival ribbons marking the beginning of the Rijeka Carnival. 17 January, i.e. the day of St. Anthony, traditionally marks the beginning of the fifth season, which ends on Ash Wednesday, when Pust will pay with his life for all the evils of the past year - because heads will roll!
INmusic Festival
6/27/2027 to 6/29/2027
The 19th edition of INmusic festival, the biggest Croatian open-air event, will take place from the 27th to the 29th of June 2027 on the beautiful Island of Youth at Zagreb's Lake Jarun.
Hideout Festival
6/29/2027 to 7/2/2026
Hideout Festival is the leading electronic music festival in Europe. Set on the island of Pag, Croatia, six open air stages will once again play host to the best in electronic music.
Plava Laguna Croatia Open Umag
7/9/2027 to 7/18/2027
Plava Laguna Croatia Open Umag, the longest-running tennis tournament in this part of Europe, transforms Umag into a must-visit destination for fans of world-class tennis and top-tier entertainment every July. Since its inception in 1990, this prestigious ATP tournament has welcomed world-renowned tennis players while also providing a platform for numerous young talents to shine.
HIGHLANDER Velebit
8/31/2027 to 9/5/2027
VelebitHIGHLANDER is a global series of hiking events that brings together nature lovers from around the world. This unique series, which began in Croatia, offers participants the opportunity to take on hiking challenges along 100, 50, or 25-kilometer routes over 5, 3, or 2 days.
Rally Show Santa Domenica
11/20/2026 to 11/22/2026
Greatest and most visited rally show event in this part of Europe. It is adored event by both the drivers and spectators due to possibility of simple and accessible following of impressive drives thanks to ideal location.
Christmas Magic of lights by Salaj
11/27/2026 to 1/10/2027
GrabovnicaAll Christmas stories are romantic and educational, especially if you are a guest of the Salaj family in Grabovnica.
Advent in Zagreb
11/28/2026 to 1/7/2027
The sound of bells, the scent of mulled wine, lights dancing to the rhythm of winter — it all comes together to create the magic of the city.
Rijeka Carnival
1/17/2027 to 2/10/2027
We are eagerly waiting for January when the holiday decorations give way to carnival ribbons marking the beginning of the Rijeka Carnival. 17 January, i.e. the day of St. Anthony, traditionally marks the beginning of the fifth season, which ends on Ash Wednesday, when Pust will pay with his life for all the evils of the past year - because heads will roll!
INmusic Festival
6/27/2027 to 6/29/2027
The 19th edition of INmusic festival, the biggest Croatian open-air event, will take place from the 27th to the 29th of June 2027 on the beautiful Island of Youth at Zagreb's Lake Jarun.