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Buy tickets for concert Marko Perković - Thompson - 11.01.2026., Žatika Sport Centre, Poreč, Croatia

Buy tickets for concert Marko Perković - Thompson - 11.01.2026., Žatika Sport Centre, Poreč, Croatia

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Marko Perković - Thompson

Žatika Sport Centre, Poreč, HR
11. January 2026. 20:00h
2026
11
January
Photo by: Domagoj Skledar/ arhiva (vlastita)
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Tickets and ticket purchase for MARKO PERKOVIĆ THOMPSON concert in Poreč – Športska dvorana Žatika 2026

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An Evening of Patriotic Rock in Poreč

One of the first major musical evenings of the new year in Istria arrives at the Žatika Sports Hall in Poreč, where on Saturday, January 11, 2026, at 8:00 PM, Marko Perković – Thompson, one of the most famous and most followed domestic rock performers, will perform. The concert comes after a series of major performances where this musician gathered tens of thousands of fans, so a strong interest from the audience from all over Croatia, as well as the diaspora and neighboring countries, is expected in Poreč as well. The Žatika Hall, with its modern stands and recognizable architecture, provides an ideal framework for this type of concert, combining good visibility, a powerful sound system, and the possibility of creating the intense atmosphere that patriotic rock carries with it. Besides the audience recalling some of the key songs of recent Croatian history, this performance is also an opportunity for a winter weekend in Poreč, where visitors can combine the concert, a walk through the old core, and rest in numerous hotels and apartments, among which numerous options from the offer for accommodation near the venue stand out. Secure your tickets for this event immediately and be part of the musical evening that will mark the beginning of the year in Poreč.

Marko Perković Thompson and his path to big stages

The career of Marko Perković Thompson began in the early nineties, during the Homeland War, when his songs resonated strongly among soldiers and civilians who sought music in their wartime everyday life that speaks of identity, faith, and the fight for freedom. Over the years, he developed a recognizable sound in which elements of rock, traditional motifs, and melodic ballads mix, and strong visual performances with large flags, pyrotechnics, and massive vocal participation of the audience are tied to the music. His concerts often fill stadiums, hippodromes, and large city squares, which testifies to a numerous and loyal base of fans who follow every new performance. At the same time, he is a performer who often provokes divided reactions and public debates, so a lively dialogue is regularly conducted in the media and on social networks around his concerts, which additionally intensifies the visibility of every event. Precisely because of such a mixture of strong popularity and controversies, tickets for his concerts usually attract great attention, so many will want to secure their tickets on time for the Poreč performance as well, in order to experience live the atmosphere that is talked about so much.

The audience coming to Thompson's concerts is very diverse in age, but united in a strong emotional experience of songs that they often sing in unison from the first to the last verse, turning the hall into a huge choir. At major performances in other cities, impressive numbers of visitors and complex security and logistical arrangements have been recorded, so organizers of such events as a rule pay great attention to entrance regulation, steward service, and audience flow. In Poreč, it is expected that the Žatika Hall will be filled to the last place, because it is a space that offers an excellent compromise between a more intimate hall atmosphere and a mass event for several thousand people. For fans who carefully plan the concert calendar, the Poreč date is an opportunity to mark the beginning of 2026 with a trip to the sea, socializing together, and an evening in which songs are performed in the ambiance of a covered space, which is especially important in the winter period. That is precisely why it is recommended that ticket purchase is not delayed until the last moment, so that all who plan to arrive have secure tickets for this event and can peacefully plan their trip and stay.
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Repertoire and atmosphere the audience can expect

The setlist of Thompson's concerts usually relies on a combination of greatest hits, war and patriotic songs, and newer singles, with an occasional surprise in the form of arrangement changes or guests on stage. Although the concrete repertoire for the Poreč performance will not be known in detail until the concert itself, it is believed that the audience will hear songs that have marked the past decades, from the first hits all the way to more recent works. Such concerts often begin with an introductory instrumental announcement and powerful first songs that immediately awaken emotions, after which the atmosphere develops through an alternation of faster and slower performances. In a hall environment, ballad moments come to expression especially, when lights are dimmed, and the audience turns on cell phones and unites in communal singing, creating scenes that remain in memory just as much as the loudest rock sections. In such a context, tickets are not just an access pass to the concert, but also a sort of ticket to a shared experience, so for many, the choice of tickets and seats on the stands will be an important part of the experience.

Unlike summer open-air performances, the concert in Žatika will be completely under a roof, which means that the sound system, lighting, and visual effects will be precisely controlled and adapted to the space. This usually implies large LED screens, light installations, and projections that follow the rhythm of the songs, as well as carefully directed moments in which the hall briefly darkens, and then explodes in the light of spotlights. Such production requires serious technical preparation, but when everything falls into place, the result is a strong impression even on those visitors who may not be long-time fans, but decided to buy tickets out of curiosity or because of company. The atmosphere at such concerts is often intense and emotionally charged, but the majority of the audience comes with the goal to enjoy music and communal singing. That is precisely why it is important that visitors secure their tickets on time, so they can choose between the ground floor and the stands and find a place from which it suits them best to experience the combination of sound, light, and communal singing.

Žatika Sports Hall as a stage for major events

The Žatika Sports Hall is one of the most recognizable facilities in Poreč, but also in all of Istria, built for the World Men's Handball Championship in 2009 and opened at the end of 2008 as a modern multipurpose hall with a characteristic wavy metal envelope. It is located in the Žatika zone, at the entrance to the wider sports complex of the city, and with its volume and design, it clearly stands out in the space, simultaneously respecting the surrounding landscape. The hall extends over several floors, with a gross area of about 14 thousand square meters and with a main court the size of two handball fields, while for sports events it can accommodate about 3700 spectators, with the possibility of adjusting the number of seating and standing places depending on the type of event. The interior consists of a large hall with an auditorium on three sides, and visitors descend towards the stands from the peripheral corridor, which enables good audience flow and easier orientation. Precisely that combination of architectural recognizability and functionality is the reason why Žatika is frequently used for concerts, sports competitions, fairs, and other manifestations, so this concert will also additionally inscribe the hall into the calendar of major events.
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Over the years, Žatika has hosted numerous sports championships, from handball and basketball matches to major karate tournaments and international competitions, and congresses, shows, dance competitions, and concerts of popular performers are not rarely held in it. The seats on the stands are arranged so that they provide good visibility towards the stage, while the central space is flexible and can be turned into a ground floor for standing, which will be the favorite choice for many for this concert. For visitors coming from outside Poreč, an additional advantage is that larger parking areas and good access to city roads are located near the hall, which reduces congestion before and after the event. Since the concert starts at 8:00 PM, many will arrive in the city earlier, walk through the old core, eat dinner, and then head towards the hall, so it is practical already when buying tickets to also plan accommodation for event visitors so that the stay passes without rush. Tickets for this concert disappear quickly when it comes to such an attractive combination of performer and hall, therefore buy tickets via the button below and choose your place on time.

Poreč as a winter destination for a musical weekend

Although most visitors intuitively associate Poreč with summer vacation, the sea, and full promenades, the city also offers an interesting blend of history, gastronomy, and events in the winter months, which turns this concert into a perfect opportunity for a short winter city-break. Poreč prides itself on a rich cultural heritage, among which the Euphrasian Basilica particularly stands out, one of the most important early Christian monuments on the Adriatic and part of the UNESCO World Heritage, as well as a network of stone streets of the old town core in which Roman, medieval, and newer urban heritage are layered into facades and squares. A walk through the old town before or after the concert provides a completely different experience from the summer crowd – there is winter freshness in the air, cafes and wine shops work at a calmer rhythm, and by the sea, frames can be caught that are not seen on postcards from the peak season. For those planning ticket purchase and arrival from other parts of Croatia, this is an opportunity to combine the concert with a visit to surrounding wineries, rural households, or a short drive to other Istrian towns. When planning the trip, it is worth studying the offer of accommodation in the host city as well, because timely reservation facilitates the organization of the trip and stay.

Winter Poreč increasingly invests in a diverse calendar of manifestations so that the life of the city is distributed throughout the whole year, so alongside concerts in the Žatika Hall, Advent events, thematic walks, gastronomic festivals, and sports manifestations are often organized. Such a combination brings additional contents to local residents, and provides visitors a reason to stop by Poreč even outside the summer peaks when the city is full of tourists. The concert of Marko Perković Thompson fits into that picture as one of the events that attract a large number of people in a short period, and simultaneously create a strong marketing effect for the city. Those who will come in larger groups can plan a joint weekend, arrange dinner in one of the city restaurants, and then head towards the hall, while families and couples might choose a calmer rhythm and a combination of walking, sightseeing, and an evening outing. In any case, it is crucial to secure tickets on time so that all other details of the trip can be planned peacefully, from transport and accommodation to the time of departure towards the hall on the day of the concert.
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Organization of arrival, start time and ticket duration

The concert in Žatika is scheduled for Sunday, January 11, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM, but experienced visitors know that for the full experience, it is smart to arrive earlier, in order to pick up tickets without rush, find their seat, and avoid the crowd at the entrances. Considering that the ticket is valid for one day, most visitors will use exactly that evening as the highlight of their stay in the city, but it is practical to devise a plan already in advance – whether they will return home after the concert or spend the night in Poreč. Visitors coming by car are recommended to follow the instructions of the organizer and traffic signaling near the hall, because temporary adjustments to the traffic regime and special parking zones are frequent ahead of larger events. For those using public transport, it is good to check bus schedules and possible late departures in order to arrive back safely, especially if they are coming from surrounding places or other cities of Istria. Precisely because it is a major concert in the winter period, it is important to think several steps ahead – from clothing adapted to weather conditions to where to wait for the relief of roads and parking lots after the concert.

When it comes to the tickets themselves, it is worth emphasizing that different positions in the hall bring a different experience of the concert as well, so part of the visitors will want to stand as close as possible to the stage on the ground floor, while others will rather choose the comfort of the stands with a better overview of the whole. Purchasing tickets in advance enables precisely that choice, instead of leaving it to chance and waiting for the last moment, when often only remaining places are available. Especially when a larger arrival of the audience from other regions and the diaspora is expected, many will plan their arrival weeks in advance, coordinating days off, transport, and accommodation for concert visitors. Ticket sales for such events usually accelerate as the date approaches, therefore secure your tickets on time via the button below in order to await the day of the concert without stress. With timely planning, picking up tickets, and arrival at the hall at least an hour before the start, enough time remains for a relaxed entry, socializing, and preparation for the moment when the lights go out, and the first chords echo through Žatika.

Audience experience and safety aspects of large concerts

Large concerts are always a blend of emotions, togetherness, and heightened security measures, so the same can be expected in Poreč as well, where the organization will ensure that the flow of the audience into and out of the hall is as safe and pleasant as possible. Visitors will pass standard controls at the entrance, and steward services will be present in the hall helping in directing people, solving eventual problems with finding seats, and maintaining order. Ahead of similar concerts in other cities, it turned out that good communication between the organizers, the audience, and competent services significantly contributes to a positive impression, so visitors are recommended to follow instructions, respect the house rules of the hall, and adhere to guidelines about things that are allowed to be brought into the space. In that way, a contribution is made to a safer environment for everyone, but also to faster entry, because unnecessary delays and crowds at control are avoided. Besides the ticket being the key for entering the concert, it is also a confirmation that visitors have accepted the rules of conduct at the event, so it is important to keep it until the end of the evening and keep it at hand in case of a check.
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The audience that follows Thompson's performances is accustomed to an intense atmosphere and a large number of people, so many visitors already know in advance what they can expect – loud singing, a sea of flags, and emotions ranging from pride to nostalgic moments. Nevertheless, every concert is specific, and the Žatika Hall gives the possibility to experience a more intimate dimension of music as well, because the closed space amplifies the experience of sound and every detail of the performance. Those who will attend the performance for the first time might be surprised by the power of communal singing, but exactly that is the reason why many fans keep tickets for years as a memento. That is precisely why it is worth thinking about arriving in the company of friends or family with whom experiences will be retold later, and evening photos from the hall and the city will certainly end up on social networks as a reminder of the winter weekend in Poreč. Tickets for this event are an opportunity to experience firsthand one of the most commented domestic concert performances, therefore buy tickets on time and await ready the moment when Žatika will echo with rock.

Who this concert is intended for and how to fit it into one's own tempo

The concert of Marko Perković Thompson in Poreč is intended primarily for the audience that follows his work and loves patriotic rock, but experience shows that at such events, those who come out of curiosity or because of company, wanting to see firsthand the atmosphere they have heard or read about, are also often found. For some, it will be an opportunity to relive songs that accompanied them in the nineties, while the younger part of the audience might hear some of the earlier materials in live performance for the first time, in a completely different context from the one provided by listening to recordings at home. Those who want a calmer experience will probably choose seats on higher stands, with a better overview of the entire hall, while those eager for adrenaline and proximity to the stage will look for tickets for the ground floor. Considering that the ticket is valid for one day, it is worth devising the whole weekend around the concert, whether arriving in Poreč already a day earlier because of accommodation and a walk through the city, or extending to Sunday as well in order to rest by the sea after the evening of rock. In any case, tickets for such an event often become part of personal memories, so many visitors keep their tickets even after the concert as a small reminder of the musical evening spent in Žatika.

For those thinking about arriving from more distant parts of Croatia, it is useful to highlight once again that Poreč has a developed tourist infrastructure with hotel and private accommodation, which facilitates the planning of travel in winter months. Options for different budgets will be found – from simpler rooms to apartments and hotels with additional contents, and many visitors will discover exactly thanks to the concert that the city has something to offer even outside the summer season. It is important, however, that when booking, the start time of the concert, the duration of the return to accommodation, and the possibility of late check-in are taken into account, so that the whole experience is as relaxed as possible. Accommodation for event visitors is worth planning in parallel with the purchase of tickets, so that a situation does not occur where tickets are already in the pocket, and there are no more places in the desired facility. Tickets for this concert are an important first step in planning the entire weekend in Poreč, so secure them on time and align with the choice of accommodation, transport, and company with whom you want to share this musical experience.
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Sources:
- Wikipedia / Žatika Sports Hall – basic data on the hall, year of construction and capacity.
- City of Poreč and utility companies – descriptions of the multipurpose hall Žatika, architectural features and purpose of the space.
- Tourist Board of the City of Poreč – calendar of events and information on cultural and entertainment contents during the year.
- Croatian Technical Encyclopedia – professional description of the architecture and integration of the Žatika hall into the space.
- Reuters and AP News – recent reports on major concerts of Marko Perković Thompson and audience response in Croatia.

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