Find out why the opening of Kvarner – European Region of Gastronomy 2026 is tied to Matulji and the Festival pusne hrani: on January 15 at Villa Plasa in Zaluki, Kvarner destinations, traditional dishes, and carnival customs come together, along with the story of the IGCAT title and UNESCO bell ringers. We bring the context and what visitors can expect.
Find out how Lošinj entered 2026 with a record 4,648 guests and 17,128 overnight stays in four days. We bring the accommodation structure, from hotels to Čikat camp, and why guests from Austria, Slovenia and Germany chose the holiday program, walks and the traditional New Year’s swim, with the charitable note of Advent.
Find out how Novi Vinodolski welcomed 2026 at noon on 31 December 2025: around five thousand people on the squares, concerts, free ice skating and a gastro offer with hunters’ goulash. We bring what marked Zdravica Novoj and how it fit into the Novi Advent programme, ranked among the top 5 small towns according to the selection by the portal gradonačelnik.hr.
We bring you how Trsat Castle in Rijeka hosted a children's celebration at noon on December 31, 2025: animators, mascots, Clown Marko's show, face painting and photo corner, distribution of hats and gifts, and the highlight with more than 500 colorful balloons along with a joint countdown and children's champagne, as a safe alternative to the evening celebration.
We bring an overview of the Rijeka New Year's Eve 2026 celebration on Wednesday, December 31: Big CroDance Party on Korzo, all-day Pier of Experiences at the pier, children's celebrations at Trsat Castle and inside Export Ice Box, and DJ program on Rijeka Resolution Square. Find out schedules, performers, and what is offered at each location in the city center.
Find out how Trsat Castle in Rijeka turns into a cheerful stage for children on New Year's Eve, with a morning New Year's celebration, noon countdown, balloon fireworks, children's champagne, animators, music, and mascots that create an unforgettable family celebration for small and big visitors.