Give your family a weekend filled with creativity, laughter, and artistic inspiration! The Kazališni vikend za djecu i mlade (Theater Weekend for Children and Youth) is returning for its fourth edition, transforming the autumn chill into a vibrant celebration of performing arts. If you are looking for enriching things to do in Zadar with your little ones this November, this festival offers a front-row seat to the best of Croatian puppetry and youth drama.
The 4th Theater Weekend for Children and Youth is a carefully curated event designed to engage young minds through professional theater productions. Held at the iconic Zadar Puppet Theater—one of the most awarded puppet theaters in the region—the program features a diverse range of performances, from classic fairy tales reimagined for the modern stage to contemporary plays addressing themes relevant to today’s youth.
Beyond the performances, the festival often includes interactive workshops where children can learn the basics of puppet handling and stage movement. It is a standout highlight of the Zadar region events calendar, proving that the city’s cultural pulse remains strong long after the summer sun sets. For families choosing to Visit Dalmatia in the off-season, this event provides a cozy and high-quality cultural experience in the heart of the historic peninsula.
Date: November 2, 2026 (Part of a multi-day weekend program)
Time: Morning performances at 11:00 AM; Afternoon/Evening shows at 6:00 PM
Location: Kazalište lutaka Zadar (Zadar Puppet Theater), Sokolska ulica 1, 23000 Zadar
Entrance Fee: Ticket prices vary by performance (usually between 4€ and 7€); family discounts available.
Complete your theater outing by visiting these top-rated local establishments in the surrounding Varoš and Jazine neighborhoods:
Pizzeria Tri Bunara: Located just a short stroll from the theater, this is one of Zadar’s oldest and most loved pizzerias. Its cozy atmosphere and delicious wood-fired pizzas make it an ideal spot for a post-show family lunch.
Caffe Bar Sv. Donat: Situated near the Roman Forum, this cafe offers plenty of outdoor seating where parents can enjoy a coffee while children have space to move in the pedestrian zone.
Art Hotel Kalelarga: If you are staying overnight, this boutique hotel on the main street offers elegant, spacious rooms and is perfectly positioned for exploring all the cultural sites of Zadar’s Old Town.
Discover more local events, hidden gems, and the best bars and restaurants in the area on the Zadar Region Guide – your ultimate digital companion for exploring the heart of the Adriatic.
Give your family a weekend filled with creativity, laughter, and artistic inspiration! The Kazališni vikend za djecu i mlade (Theater Weekend for Children and Youth) is returning for its fourth edition, transforming the autumn chill into a vibrant celebration of performing arts. If you are looking for enriching things to do in Zadar with your little ones this November, this festival offers a front-row seat to the best of Croatian puppetry and youth drama.
The 4th Theater Weekend for Children and Youth is a carefully curated event designed to engage young minds through professional theater productions. Held at the iconic Zadar Puppet Theater—one of the most awarded puppet theaters in the region—the program features a diverse range of performances, from classic fairy tales reimagined for the modern stage to contemporary plays addressing themes relevant to today’s youth.
Beyond the performances, the festival often includes interactive workshops where children can learn the basics of puppet handling and stage movement. It is a standout highlight of the Zadar region events calendar, proving that the city’s cultural pulse remains strong long after the summer sun sets. For families choosing to Visit Dalmatia in the off-season, this event provides a cozy and high-quality cultural experience in the heart of the historic peninsula.
Date: November 2, 2026 (Part of a multi-day weekend program)
Time: Morning performances at 11:00 AM; Afternoon/Evening shows at 6:00 PM
Location: Kazalište lutaka Zadar (Zadar Puppet Theater), Sokolska ulica 1, 23000 Zadar
Entrance Fee: Ticket prices vary by performance (usually between 4€ and 7€); family discounts available.
Complete your theater outing by visiting these top-rated local establishments in the surrounding Varoš and Jazine neighborhoods:
Pizzeria Tri Bunara: Located just a short stroll from the theater, this is one of Zadar’s oldest and most loved pizzerias. Its cozy atmosphere and delicious wood-fired pizzas make it an ideal spot for a post-show family lunch.
Caffe Bar Sv. Donat: Situated near the Roman Forum, this cafe offers plenty of outdoor seating where parents can enjoy a coffee while children have space to move in the pedestrian zone.
Art Hotel Kalelarga: If you are staying overnight, this boutique hotel on the main street offers elegant, spacious rooms and is perfectly positioned for exploring all the cultural sites of Zadar’s Old Town.
Discover more local events, hidden gems, and the best bars and restaurants in the area on the Zadar Region Guide – your ultimate digital companion for exploring the heart of the Adriatic.
Dobrodošli u Zadar Region Guide, vašu inovativnu platformu osmišljenu kao nezaobilazan izvor informacija za istraživanje bogate kulturne baštine i prirodnih ljepota naše regije. Trenutno smo u Beta fazi i kontinuirano radimo na proširenju ponude, no već sada možete pratiti najnovija događanja, besplatno predati svoj event ili istražiti prve opcije smještaja i atrakcija. Naš cilj je pružiti vam vrhunsko digitalno iskustvo prilagođeno mobilnim uređajima kako biste s lakoćom planirali svaki trenutak svog boravka.
Welcome to the Zadar Region Guide, your new interactive companion for exploring the very best of our stunning region. We are currently in our Beta phase and working hard to expand our listings, but you can already browse upcoming cultural manifestations, list your own events for free, and explore initial accommodation and attraction options. Our goal is to revolutionize your stay by providing a seamless, mobile-first platform for planning every detail of your visit.
