Experience Tony Cetinski live on 17 July 2026 in Kranj at Letno gledališče Khislstein. Expect powerful ballads, familiar pop-rock hits and a close connection with the stage. Plan your ticket purchase and prepare your visit to the historic city centre
Tony Cetinski in Kranj: a pop-rock evening within the walls of Khislstein
Tony Cetinski will perform on 17 July 2026 at 21:00 at Letno gledališče Khislstein in Kranj. The concert is part of the Prešerno poletje summer programme, and the event is scheduled in the city calendar to last until 23:00. This performance combines the recognisable repertoire of one of the region's longest-running pop-rock singers with the atmosphere of an open-air theatre located within medieval walls.
Cetinski is a performer whose concerts rely on powerful vocals, emotional ballads and pop-rock songs created for audiences to sing together. The public associates him with titles such as "Blago onom tko te ima", "Kad žena zavoli", "Od milijun žena", "Opet si pobijedila", "Kriv", "Zar malo to je" and "23. prosinac". This does not mean that a set list for Kranj has been published - it has not yet been confirmed - but it demonstrates the breadth of the catalogue from which the performer can shape the concert programme.
This date is particularly interesting because it comes during the current stage of Cetinski's career, in which he is simultaneously presenting new songs and continuing to perform material that has marked more than three and a half decades of his work. His latest release is the 2026 single "Budi mi sreća", while "Piši propalo" and "Ti si ta" were released during 2025. The concert in Kranj is therefore not merely a retrospective of hits, but a meeting of the older repertoire with newer songs.
Ticket sales for this event are under way. Due to the venue's limited capacity, it is advisable to secure tickets in good time.
Musical style and the current stage of his career
Tony Cetinski built his recognisable style on a combination of pop, pop-rock and grand ballads. His singing style is based on a broad dynamic range: verses often begin more calmly, while the choruses open up into a more powerful, fuller sound. Such a repertoire works well both in large arenas and in smaller summer venues, but at Khislstein the emphasis could be even more pronounced on the voice, the melody and the audience's immediate reaction.
The latest single, "Budi mi sreća", was released in 2026. The song was written by Mlađan Dinkić, with the arrangement by Saša Milošević Mare. Its sound remains close to Cetinski's familiar ballad style, so it naturally fits into a stage of his career in which he is not abandoning his musical identity, but complementing it with new material. The 2025 singles "Piši propalo" and "Ti si ta" further demonstrate that the current concert cycle is not based solely on earlier successes.
For the audience in Kranj, this means they can expect a performer with a large collection of concert-proven songs, as well as recent releases that bring freshness to the programme. Since the complete set list, guests and any support act have not been announced, it would not be justified to state the exact sequence of songs or any special production elements in advance.
What kind of concert experience can the audience expect?
Cetinski's performances rely primarily on the relationship between his voice and the audience. His well-known ballads often develop into communal singing, while the pop-rock part of the repertoire brings a firmer rhythm and more pronounced concert energy. In smaller venues, such alternation can feel more immediate than in a large hall because the audience's reaction reaches the stage more quickly.
The concert could be particularly attractive to:
- long-time listeners who want to hear songs from several periods of Cetinski's career
- audiences who enjoy pop-rock ballads and a powerful lead vocal
- visitors who prefer a smaller concert venue instead of a large sports hall
- couples and groups of friends for whom a repertoire suitable for singing together is important
- travellers who want to combine the concert with an evening tour of Kranj's old town centre
It has not been confirmed whether the performance will include guests, special visual effects or an expanded line-up. It is therefore realistic to focus expectations on Cetinski's vocals, the backing band, familiar choruses and communication with the audience, rather than on elements that have not been announced.
Letno gledališče Khislstein and the feeling of being close to the stage
Letno gledališče Khislstein is one of Kranj's central summer cultural venues. It is located at Tomšičeva ulica 44, within the grounds of Khislstein Castle and alongside the medieval city walls. The auditorium is designed like an amphitheatre, directing the view towards the stage and reducing the sense of distance that is common in large halls.
The venue accommodates 476 visitors when arranged with seating, or approximately 800 in a standing configuration. The exact configuration for this concert should be checked against the information provided with the purchased ticket. A movable canvas roof allows part of the programme to take place even in less favourable weather, while the venue still retains the character of a summer stage.
The medieval architecture is not merely decoration. Stone walls, a more enclosed auditorium layout and the short distance between the audience and the stage give the concert a more intimate character. For a performer whose repertoire depends on emotion in the voice and the audience's reaction, this may be more important than large screens or elaborate stage design.
It is advisable to secure tickets in good time, especially if you prefer a particular category or position in the auditorium.
Essential information for visitors
- Performer: Tony Cetinski
- Type of event: concert
- Date: 17 July 2026
- Start: 21:00
- Scheduled finishing time in the city calendar: 23:00
- Venue: Letno gledališče Khislstein
- Address: Tomšičeva ulica 44, 4000 Kranj, Slovenia
- Programme: Prešerno poletje
- Ticket validity: one day
The time when the entrance will open has not been published in the available information. Visitors are advised to arrive earlier so that they can find the entrance, complete the ticket check and take their places without rushing. For outdoor events, it is useful to check any organisational notices immediately before departure, especially if rain or a change in the weather is forecast.
Arriving by car and parking
Khislstein is located in Kranj's historic centre, where traffic space is more limited than in the city's outer areas. The city manages a network of public car parks, and at certain locations parking can be paid for in cash or through mobile payment methods. The availability of spaces may change during the evening, especially when several events are taking place in the city centre.
The most practical option is to select a public car park in the wider city centre in advance and walk the final part of the journey. Visitors should not expect to be able to park directly next to the entrance to the auditorium. The old city centre is compact and suitable for walking, but its stone streets and historic passages may require comfortable footwear.
Arriving by public transport
Kranj is connected by rail and bus services. City buses operate on 10 routes connecting the surrounding settlements, the railway station, the city centre and other urban areas. Visitors arriving by train should check the connection from the station to the centre, as well as the time of the final return service after the concert ends.
Since 1 January 2025, cash payments have not been available on city buses; fares are paid using accepted cards and local transport payment methods, while cash purchases are possible at the sales point in the main bus station. Travellers from other countries should check which payment method is most practical before boarding.
The railway timetable and any temporary changes should be checked on the day of travel. Slovenske železnice publishes current notices about engineering works, replacement transport and departure changes. This is particularly important for the return journey after an evening concert, when the number of later connections is usually lower.
Kranj before and after the concert
Kranj is a historic city and the cultural centre of the Gorenjska region. Khislstein Castle is located in the cultural quarter, and the Gorenjski muzej operates within its complex. The old town centre brings together squares, town houses, walls and cultural venues in an area that can be explored on foot.
Visitors who arrive earlier can combine the concert with a short walk through the old town. Since the event begins at 21:00, arriving in the late afternoon leaves enough time to get oriented, find parking or check the walking route from the bus or railway station. Food and drink establishments are located nearby, but their opening hours should be checked separately, especially if you plan to stay after 23:00.
What to bring and how to prepare
The concert takes place in the middle of summer, in the evening and at an open-air venue. Light clothing may be sufficient on arrival, but the temperature can fall after sunset. A light outer layer that is easy to carry can be useful, especially if you plan to spend a longer time in the city before or after the performance.
The most useful preparations include:
- checking the ticket and seating category
- saving the address Tomšičeva ulica 44 in your navigation system
- selecting an alternative parking location
- checking the last bus or train for the return journey
- monitoring the weather forecast and any event notices
- arriving early enough to walk to the old town centre
Ticket sales for this event are under way. Before travelling, you should check their availability and all the latest organisational information.
Why this performance differs from an arena concert
Tony Cetinski has a repertoire capable of filling a large hall, but Khislstein offers a different kind of experience. Instead of great distance and large-scale production, the emphasis is on the compact auditorium, the architecture and more direct contact with the stage. For songs that rely on interpretation and lyrics, such an environment can be particularly effective.
This concert will probably offer the greatest value to an audience that wants to hear a recognisable voice and familiar choruses in a venue smaller than an arena. The new singles give the concert a contemporary context, while the extensive discography provides enough material for a programme capable of connecting several generations of listeners. The exact selection of songs will remain unknown until the evening itself.
Sources:
- Supplied event information - type of event, date, time and ticket validity
- Visit Kranj - date, time, venue, Prešerno poletje programme, address and scheduled concert duration
- Visit Kranj - description of Letno gledališče Khislstein, its location within the medieval walls and the venue's role in the summer cultural programme
- Information about Letno gledališče Khislstein - auditorium design, movable roof and venue capacity
- HRT - information about the 2024 Arena Zagreb concert, 35 years of his career and the celebratory character of the performance
- Tony Cetinski's official YouTube channel - the current single "Budi mi sreća" and songwriting credits
- Apple Music, Spotify and Shazam - recent releases, well-known songs and the concert album "Arena Zagreb 2024 (Live)"
- Mestna občina Kranj - public car parks and parking payment methods
- Arriva Slovenija - city bus routes, connections between the station and the centre, and payment methods
- Slovenske železnice - timetables and current traffic notices for passengers