Zagreb Events – 2026 to 2027

Your guide to what’s on in Zagreb over the next 12 months, from October 2026 to October 2027. Where 2027 dates have not been announced yet, we show the usual timing and last year’s dates – check the official sites before you travel.

October 2026

Oktobeerfest

22 – 25 October 2026
Craft beer, local food, concerts and a festive autumn atmosphere. infozagreb.hr

Zagreb Jazz Festival

Until 15 November 2026
Concerts by acclaimed Croatian and international jazz musicians. zagrebjazzfestival.com

November 2026

Pssst! Silent Film Festival

Early November 2026
Croatian and international silent films with live music.

Zagreb Film Festival

9 – 15 November 2026
The city’s biggest film festival, focused on debut and new filmmakers from around the world. zff.hr

Advent in Zagreb opens

28 November 2026
Europe’s favourite Christmas market opens across the city centre – a 5-minute walk from Doma. Read our Advent guide.

December 2026

Advent in Zagreb

All month (until 7 January 2027)
Lights, mulled wine, music, ice skating and festive food at Zrinjevac, Ban Jelačić Square, King Tomislav Square and the Upper Town.

Human Rights Film Festival

Early December 2026
Films and talks on human rights themes.

New Year’s Eve

31 December 2026
Open-air concert and fireworks on Ban Jelačić Square – about 7 minutes’ walk from Doma.

January – February 2027

Advent in Zagreb closes

7 January 2027
Last days of the Christmas market.

Night of Museums (Noć muzeja)

Usually the last Friday of January (2026: 30 January)
Free evening entry to museums across the city.

Gast Fair

Usually late February (2026: 26–28 February)
Croatia’s largest food and hospitality fair, at the Zagreb Fair.

Zagreb Boat and Sport Show

Usually February (2026: 18–22 February)
Boats, sailing and outdoor sports at the Zagreb Fair.

March – April 2027

Festival of Lights

Usually mid to late March (2026: 18–22 March)
Light installations transform squares, parks and streets in the city centre in the evenings.

Restaurant Week

Usually late March and again in October
Three-course set menus at participating restaurants at special prices.

ZagrebDox

Usually April (2026: 19–26 April)
International documentary film festival.

Zagreb Pizza Festival

Usually April (2026: 16–26 April)
Pizza from the city’s best pizzerias in Franjo Tuđman Park.

May 2027

Floraart

Usually mid-May (2026: 14–17 May)
Croatia’s flower and garden festival by Lake Bundek.

Zagreb Beer Fest

Usually late May (2026: 21–24 May)
Around 200 beers in Franjo Tuđman Park.

Cest is d’Best

Usually late May (2026: 28–31 May)
Free street performance festival across the city centre.

City of Zagreb Day

31 May
Celebrations and events across the city.

June 2027

Animafest Zagreb

Usually early June (2026: 8–13 June)
One of the world’s leading animated film festivals. animafest.hr

Zagreb Classic

Usually mid-June to early July
Free open-air classical concerts on King Tomislav Square, 10 minutes’ walk from Doma.

INmusic Festival

Usually late June (2026: 22–24 June)
Croatia’s biggest open-air music festival at Lake Jarun.

Wine City

Usually late June to early July
Croatian wineries, tastings and live music in Franjo Tuđman Park.

July 2027

Evenings on Grič (Večeri na Griču)

Usually July
Open-air classical concerts in the Upper Town. vecerinagricu.hr

Dvorišta (The Courtyards)

Usually mid to late July
Hidden Upper Town courtyards open with music, food and wine. dvorista-zagreb.com

International Folklore Festival

Usually late July
Folk music and dance groups from Croatia and around the world.

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August 2027

Dancing at Zrinjevac

Weekends from late July
Free dance lessons and concerts in Zrinjevac Park, 5 minutes from Doma.

Le Grič

Saturdays in August
Croatian wines, live music and views over the city in the Upper Town.

Okolo Zagreb

Usually mid to late August
Urban art installations across the city. okolo.hr

September 2027

Zagreb Museum Weekend

Usually early September (2026: 3–6 September)
Free entry to many museums, with special exhibitions and tours.

Zagreb Design Week

Usually September (2026: 8–20 September)
Design exhibitions and talks across the city.

Zagreb Burger Festival

Usually early to mid-September
Gourmet burgers, drinks and live music.

International Puppet Festival

Usually September
Puppet theatre from Croatia and abroad.

October 2027

Zagreb Marathon

Usually mid-October (2026: 11 October)
Thousands of runners through the city centre. zagreb-marathon.com

Zagreb Open House

Usually mid-October (2026: 16–18 October)
Visit remarkable buildings usually closed to the public. openhousezagreb.org

Zagreb Jazz Festival

From early October
A season of jazz concerts through the autumn.

Stay in the heart of it all

Doma Zagreb Aparthotel is at Draškovićeva 36, within walking distance of almost every city-centre event. Start each day with our signature 3-course breakfast – freshly prepared every morning.

Advent in Zagreb 2026

Dates: 28 November 2026 – 7 January 2027
Where: Zagreb city centre – Zrinjevac, Ban Jelačić Square, King Tomislav Square, the Upper Town and more

Croatia’s famous Christmas festival – skating, lights, music and festive food in every street, a short walk from Doma Zagreb. Read our Advent guide.

Visiting Zagreb? Make yourself at home at Doma Zagreb Aparthotel — offering stylish studios, spacious apartments, and top-quality hotel rooms.

Rumor has it, our breakfast isn’t just the best in Zagreb… it might just be the best in all of Croatia.

Book directly through our website to unlock seasonal rates — the most competitive prices available online.

Book your stay here