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Advent in Opatija 2025: holiday magic by the sea, music, ice rink and New Year's Eve celebrations at multiple locations
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Advent in Opatija 2025: holiday magic by the sea, music, ice rink and New Year's Eve celebrations at multiple locations

Find out how Opatija during Advent turns into a holiday fairy tale with thousands of lights, concerts, an ice rink by the sea, the tradition of Opatija plunges and spectacular New Year's Eve celebrations at multiple locations, as we bring an overview of the program, travel tips and suggestions on how to combine a relaxed holiday, walks along Lungomare and enjoying the eno-gastro offer of Kvarner.

Dec 23, 2025 at 4:49 AM · Tourism desk
Second humanitarian Fritulijada at Trsat Castle: fritters, Winter at the Hill and help for those most in need
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Second humanitarian Fritulijada at Trsat Castle: fritters, Winter at the Hill and help for those most in need

Find out how Trsat Castle during Winter at the Hill smelled of fritters, gathered competitive teams and visitors, and turned the holiday atmosphere into concrete help for the users of the Social Supermarket Bread of St. Elizabeth in Rijeka. We bring you the story of the fritter competition, the humanitarian note, and the togetherness of citizens, volunteers, and guests.

Dec 21, 2025 at 1:43 PM · Tourism desk
Magic on the Hill in Motovun: second Advent weekend for children, families, and lovers of unforgettable concerts
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Magic on the Hill in Motovun: second Advent weekend for children, families, and lovers of unforgettable concerts

In December, Motovun becomes a fairy-tale stage for Magic on the Hill – Advent in Motovun. The second Advent weekend brings children's performances, the Christmas Garden, Bauer Cinema, concerts by Tacoor and Grupa Vigor, plus free entry, parking, and shuttle transport for visitors and an unforgettable holiday atmosphere on the old town square.

Dec 18, 2025 at 4:22 PM · Tourism desk
Rijeka Advent Dec 19–21: Resolution of Fun, Riva of Experiences, skating rink and Fritulijada at Trsat Castle
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Rijeka Advent Dec 19–21: Resolution of Fun, Riva of Experiences, skating rink and Fritulijada at Trsat Castle

The third Advent weekend in Rijeka, from Dec 19 to 21, turns the city into a large festive stage. Resolution of Fun, Riva of Experiences, Art District of Magic, Export ice box skating rink, and Winter at the Castle offer music, workshops, family programs, skating, and the scent of fritule. Ideal for visitors who want to combine culture, fun, and winter experiences by the sea.

Dec 18, 2025 at 6:10 AM · Tourism desk
Advent in Cres 2025: Nativity Scene Festival, Urban & 4 and magical holiday program on the Kvarner island of Cres
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Advent in Cres 2025: Nativity Scene Festival, Urban & 4 and magical holiday program on the Kvarner island of Cres

Advent in Cres 2025 transforms stone alleys and the seaside promenade into a holiday stage. Nativity Scene Festival, Urban & 4 concert, children's workshops, sports events, Advent in Valun, and New Year's Shop bring a month of music, tradition, socializing, and winter vacation on the island of Cres with a special Kvarner winter atmosphere.

Dec 16, 2025 at 12:15 PM · Tourism desk
Vote for Sveti Ivan Zelina: People’s Choice Award for a sustainable destination, Zelina Chestnut Festival and ITB Berlin
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Vote for Sveti Ivan Zelina: People’s Choice Award for a sustainable destination, Zelina Chestnut Festival and ITB Berlin

Support Sveti Ivan Zelina in the selection for the international People’s Choice Award and highlight the story of the sustainable Zelina Chestnut Festival. Your vote helps the Zelina region be recognized as an exemplary sustainable destination. Voting for the Zelina destination from the Top 100 Stories list is open online until January 15, 2026, and takes place on the principle of one person – one vote.

Dec 15, 2025 at 10:43 AM · Tourism desk
Rijeka Advent – Source of Good Emotions: Weekend of Fun, Skating and Humanitarian Events from December 12 to 14
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Rijeka Advent – Source of Good Emotions: Weekend of Fun, Skating and Humanitarian Events from December 12 to 14

Rijeka Advent transforms the city into a source of good emotions: the third Advent weekend brings music, skating, workshops and humanitarian programs at Resolution of Fun, Experience Quay, Export Ice Box, Castle of Light and in the Art Quarter of Magic, for families, young people, visitors and tourists from the entire region and beyond.

Dec 13, 2025 at 2:32 AM · Tourism desk
Advent in Vodice 2025/2026: concerts at Duke Branimir Square, Codfish Festival and program for children
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Advent in Vodice 2025/2026: concerts at Duke Branimir Square, Codfish Festival and program for children

From December 12, 2025, to January 3, 2026, Vodice brings Advent in the park on Duke Branimir Square with cottages, children's workshops, quizzes, and DJ nights. The opening is at 6 PM with the Vodice Brass Band, majorettes, klapas, and the Lira choir, and the concert series brings Vojko V, TBF, Giuliano, Neno Belan, and Maja Šuput, as well as the Codfish Festival on Christmas Eve.

Dec 12, 2025 at 4:05 AM · Tourism desk
Advent in Pula: Skating in the Arena and Pula Eye on the Riva, with concerts at Portarata, Forum, and Giardini this winter
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Advent in Pula: Skating in the Arena and Pula Eye on the Riva, with concerts at Portarata, Forum, and Giardini this winter

Advent in Pula 2025/2026 turns the old town center into a festive scene: a unique skating rink in the Arena, the new panoramic wheel Pula Eye on the Riva, concerts at Portarata, and programs at the Forum and in Giardini. Graz City Park brings family workshops, and the city market offers scents and the famous risotto from the big pan on weekends.

Dec 10, 2025 at 5:54 AM · Tourism desk

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