Although unfavorable weather forecasts and announced rain for the originally planned weekend caused a change in the schedule, the organizers of the popular event Fig Days in the town of Krk made sure that lovers of this Mediterranean delicacy would not be deprived of a unique experience. The entire entertainment, gastronomic, and educational program was simply moved to a new, extended date. Thus, instead of being canceled, this favorite September festival will be held in its full glory from Thursday, September 4, to Sunday, September 7, 2025. This postponement also brings a new opportunity for all those who missed planning their arrival to join the celebration dedicated to the fig, a fruit that has nourished and symbolized the Mediterranean for centuries.

The town of Krk will thus become a center of hedonism, knowledge, and creativity for four days, all under the sign of a fruit that is much more than just a food item – it is part of the cultural heritage, an inspiration to artists, and an indispensable ingredient of top-notch gastronomy. Visitors can expect an extremely rich and carefully designed program that intertwines the best of local tradition and contemporary trends, offering something for everyone, from gourmets and the curious to families with children and lovers of traditional music.

A Gastronomic Rhapsody in the Heart of the Island

The backbone of the event is certainly the gastronomic offer, which will extend throughout the entire duration, specifically from August 22 until September 7. As many as fourteen renowned catering establishments in the area of the town of Krk have prepared special menus where the fig plays the main role. The creativity of their chefs knows no bounds, so the plates will feature imaginative combinations that blend sweet and savory flavors. Visitors will be able to taste everything from appetizers like prosciutto with caramelized figs or cheese with fig jam, to main courses where the fig appears in sauces for meat and fish dishes, all the way to spectacular desserts such as panna cotta with fig syrup, cakes, ice creams, and various other sweets. The participating establishments – Bistro Portella, Casa del Padrone, Cocktail Bar Volsonis, Hotel Marina with its Marina Blue restaurant, the taverns Marija, Pod Prevolt, and Pud Brest, Pizzeria Mala Vrata, the restaurants Karaka, Fidel From the Sea, and Harbour at Hotel Maritime, Restaurant Oliva at Krk Premium Camping Resort, the pastry shop Toš, and Street Food Mezzino at Ježevac Premium Camping Resort – become true oases for exploring the countless faces of this noble fruit.

In parallel with the offer in the restaurants, from Friday, September 5, to Sunday, September 7, a large sales exhibition of fig products will be set up in Veli Park. The exhibition's working hours will be from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, giving visitors ample time to explore the rich offer of local family farms and small producers. At the stands, one can find fresh and dried figs, premium jams and marmalades, thick syrups, and aromatic liqueurs. In addition to food products, the exhibition will also offer natural cosmetics based on figs, known for their nourishing properties, as well as unique souvenirs and handicrafts inspired by fig and fig leaf motifs. This is an ideal opportunity to buy authentic island products and talk with the producers who lovingly preserve the tradition of processing this precious fruit.

Knowledge, Creativity, and Tradition at Your Fingertips

The Fig Days event is not only a feast for the palate but also food for the soul. The educational segment begins on the very first day, Thursday, September 4, at 5:30 PM in the Small Town Hall of Krk. There, the esteemed expert, Assistant Professor Željko Prgomet, PhD, will hold an expert lecture on the topic "Pruning Fig Trees – From Planting to Full Fruition". The lecture is intended for everyone, from experienced growers to complete beginners who are just thinking about planting their own tree. Assistant Professor Prgomet will share key tips on crown formation, pruning techniques to encourage fruiting, and tree protection, and his knowledge guarantees valuable information that can significantly improve cultivation. The same expert will also be available on Friday, September 5, from 10:00 AM below Koprivić for individual consultations, where all interested parties can ask specific questions and receive personalized advice. As an incentive, a distribution of fig seedlings will also be organized.

The weekend is reserved for a rich program of creative workshops that will be held in Veli Park and are intended for all ages.

• Friday, September 5 (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM) and Sunday, September 7 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM): A workshop on making figs from clay will give participants the opportunity to shape their own ceramic figs under expert guidance and create a lasting souvenir from this event.


• Saturday, September 6 (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM): At the workshop on making a fig medallion, participants will try their hand at creating unique jewelry inspired by the recognizable shape of the fruit.


• Saturday, September 6 (4:30 PM - 6:00 PM): The workshop "The Fig Leaf That Protects" will focus on the technique of printing a real fig leaf onto canvas bags, turning an ordinary object into a small work of art.


• Saturday, September 6 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM): A particularly attractive workshop for adults will be felting Krk wool, where participants will get acquainted with this old technique and create unique earrings in the shape of a fig. Due to the limited number of places, registration for this workshop is mandatory via e-mail: info@visitkrk.city.


• Sunday, September 7 (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM): The youngest will also have their turn at the children's workshop on felting Krk wool, adapted to their age, where they will make cute fig-shaped pendants.

Cultural and Musical Program for a Complete Experience

To make the experience of the town of Krk complete, the program also includes cultural-historical and musical content. On Friday, September 5, starting at 10:00 AM, a free guided walk through the town of the Frankopan Princes of Krk is organized. This is an excellent opportunity for visitors to learn about the rich history of the town, whose streets were once walked by the powerful Frankopans, leaving behind an impressive architectural and cultural heritage, all with expert guidance.

The evening hours will be filled with the sounds of tradition. On Friday, September 5, at 8:00 PM at Vela placa, Klapa Rašketa will perform, while on Sunday, September 7, also at 8:00 PM, at Trg Kamplin, Klapa Tramuntana will be presented. Their performances will bring a touch of authentic island atmosphere, and the a cappella renditions of traditional songs will create a magical soundscape in the historic town center, providing the perfect end to a day filled with the tastes and scents of figs.