Get ready to mark your calendars! The holiday season officially kicks off in Zadar with the grand opening of Advent in Zadar 2025 on Monday, November 24th. This spectacular festival transforms the Old Town into a magical winter wonderland filled with music, festive tastes, and plenty of cheer!
🎤 The Opening Night: Ivica Sikirić Ićo
The honor of opening the city’s most anticipated winter event on the main stage goes to the beloved local musician, Ivica Sikirić Ićo.
What: Grand Opening Concert for Advent in Zadar 2025
Who: Ivica Sikirić Ićo
When: Monday, November 24, 2025
Where: Trg Petra Zoranića (Petar Zoranić Square)
The opening always coincides with City of Zadar Day and the feast of its patron saint, St. Krševan, setting the stage for over a month of festivities.
🎄 What to Expect at Advent in Zadar
From November 24, 2025, to early January 2026, Zadar’s stone-paved Old Town will be the center of the holiday spirit. The main action takes place on Petar Zoranić Square and the nearby Five Wells Square (Trg pet bunara).
You can look forward to:
Festive Flavors: Wooden food cabins will offer local specialties and warm holiday drinks.
Live Music: In addition to the main stage on Petar Zoranić Square, there will be performances at a new location near the Tržnica (city market) and on the plateau behind the Cedulin Palace in Zlatarska Street, offering a blend of traditional and urban sounds.
Family Fun: Programs for children and appearances by St. Nicholas and St. Lucia will take place on the Narodni Trg (People’s Square).
The Zadar Guide platform makes it simple to stay up-to-date with the full program and all the cultural events.
Get ready to mark your calendars! The holiday season officially kicks off in Zadar with the grand opening of Advent in Zadar 2025 on Monday, November 24th. This spectacular festival transforms the Old Town into a magical winter wonderland filled with music, festive tastes, and plenty of cheer!
🎤 The Opening Night: Ivica Sikirić Ićo
The honor of opening the city’s most anticipated winter event on the main stage goes to the beloved local musician, Ivica Sikirić Ićo.
What: Grand Opening Concert for Advent in Zadar 2025
Who: Ivica Sikirić Ićo
When: Monday, November 24, 2025
Where: Trg Petra Zoranića (Petar Zoranić Square)
The opening always coincides with City of Zadar Day and the feast of its patron saint, St. Krševan, setting the stage for over a month of festivities.
🎄 What to Expect at Advent in Zadar
From November 24, 2025, to early January 2026, Zadar’s stone-paved Old Town will be the center of the holiday spirit. The main action takes place on Petar Zoranić Square and the nearby Five Wells Square (Trg pet bunara).
You can look forward to:
Festive Flavors: Wooden food cabins will offer local specialties and warm holiday drinks.
Live Music: In addition to the main stage on Petar Zoranić Square, there will be performances at a new location near the Tržnica (city market) and on the plateau behind the Cedulin Palace in Zlatarska Street, offering a blend of traditional and urban sounds.
Family Fun: Programs for children and appearances by St. Nicholas and St. Lucia will take place on the Narodni Trg (People’s Square).
The Zadar Guide platform makes it simple to stay up-to-date with the full program and all the cultural events.
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.
