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Buy tickets for concert Marko Perković - Thompson - 16.01.2026., Športski centar GRIPE, Split, Croatia

Buy tickets for concert Marko Perković - Thompson - 16.01.2026., Športski centar GRIPE, Split, Croatia

CONCERT

Marko Perković - Thompson

Športski centar GRIPE, Split, HR
16. January 2026. 20:00h
2026
16
January
Photo by: Domagoj Skledar/ arhiva (vlastita)
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Tickets for Marko Perković Thompson concert in Split – ŠC Gripe

Looking for tickets for the Marko Perković Thompson concert at ŠC Gripe in Split? Here you can find key details about the 16 January 2026 concert and see how to buy tickets for this live event
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Thompson's Great Return to Gripe

Marko Perković Thompson's concert on January 16, 2026, at 20:00 at the Gripe Sports Center in Split will be one of the first major musical events of the new year in Dalmatia, but also an opportunity to turn winter evenings into a true concert spectacle. After a series of performances in open spaces and large stadiums, including record-breaking concerts with several hundred thousand visitors, the return to a hall ambiance like Gripe brings the audience a more intimate, but still extremely powerful experience of his songs.  Tickets for this event are valid for one day, specifically for the evening of January 16, 2026, so these are classic tickets for a specific concert date, which further emphasizes the sense of specialness and uniqueness of the evening in which the audience gathers precisely for that moment. Ticket sales for this type of event generally attract great interest, as the capacity of the Gripe hall is limited to a few thousand seats, and Thompson's audience is known for liking to secure their tickets on time. Secure your tickets for this event immediately and be part of the audience that will be the first to hear how his current repertoire sounds in a closed hall in the heart of Split, along with the atmosphere that has been a trademark of his performances for years.

Musical Path and Significance of Marko Perković Thompson

Marko Perković was born in 1969 in Čavoglave, in the Dalmatian Hinterland, and became known to the wider public in the early nineties, when, in war circumstances, a song was created that would mark his career and open the doors to large stages.  Over the years, he builds a recognizable style in which fierce rock, melodic ballads, and extremely emotional, often patriotic lyrics are intertwined, which is why his concerts are regularly experienced more as a great communal celebration than as classic performances. Albums like “E, moj narode” and later works established him as one of the commercially most successful performers of the domestic music scene, and in 2025 he released a new studio album “Hodočasnik”, with which, after a longer discographic break, he again drew the attention of the audience and critics.  Precisely this return to studio work, in combination with many years of concert experience and an army of loyal fans, makes the announced performance at Gripe especially interesting to everyone who wants to experience his current sound live and secure their tickets for this occasion on time.

Repertoire Between Anthemic Songs and Ballads

At Thompson's concerts, the audience is used to a repertoire that combines energetic, almost anthemic songs with emotional ballads, so in one evening strong choruses sung by everyone in the hall alternate with quieter moments in which the lyrics come to the fore. His performances often last more than two hours, and the setlist usually includes a cross-section of his career – from the early songs that made him famous, through hits that marked the two-thousands, to newer compositions from the current album.  In the case of the concert at Gripe, considering the topicality of “Hodočasnik”, it can be expected that part of the evening will be dedicated to new songs, while the unavoidable classics will likely remain the highlights that the audience awaits and sings most loudly. Tickets for this event are practically an invitation to a musical journey through more than three decades of a career, so buying tickets does not mean just coming to another concert, but also participating in a story that has shaped the musical taste of many generations. Tickets for this concert disappear quickly, so buy tickets on time to secure your place in the hall and experience the entire repertoire from the first to the last song.
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Sports Center Gripe as a Concert Stage

Sports Center Gripe was built in 1979 for the Mediterranean Games and is today one of the most important sports and event spaces in Split, with a large hall with a capacity of about 6,000 seats and a smaller hall that accommodates about 1,000 spectators.  The large hall, where the concert will be held on January 16, 2026, has long been a proven stage for numerous sports matches, concerts, and various events, so in a technical sense, it is a space adapted to demanding production, the level of sound system and lighting required by large performances. Due to the grandstand arrangement of seats and the parterre, spectators can choose between a view from the stands and proximity to the stage on the floor, and this additionally influences the way they plan the purchase of tickets and organize their arrival. A great advantage is that the center is located within the urban fabric of the city, so visitors can combine the concert with a walk around Split or dinner in nearby restaurants, where a clear selection of options like accommodation near the venue will come in handy for many. Tickets for this event thus become an entry into a complete experience – from entering the modern hall, through the first bars of the band on stage, to going out together into the night in Split after the concert.

Split – A City with a Millennial Backdrop

Split is a city that grew out of the walls of Diocletian's Palace, an ancient structure from the beginning of the 4th century, whose core is today part of a historical complex under UNESCO protection and one of the most recognizable symbols of the Croatian coast.  A walk through narrow stone streets, Peristyle and the Riva, with a view of the sea and islands, creates a special atmosphere that visitors often describe as a blend of history and contemporary life, and precisely this contrast makes Split an ideal stage for a major concert event in the middle of winter. Many will use the arrival at the concert as a reason for a long weekend in the city, combining an evening visit to the Gripe hall with daily tours of cultural sights and relaxing by the sea. Considering that the concert is held in January, when the tourist crowd is smaller, it is easier to find quality accommodation for event visitors near the center, and accommodation prices are often more favorable. Tickets for this event thus become the central point of the trip, around which the entire stay in Split can be planned, from morning coffee on the waterfront to a late-night return to the apartment or hotel after the concert.

Atmosphere at Thompson's Concerts

The atmosphere at Thompson's concerts is often described as a combination of stadium euphoria and an intimate experience, because the audience in large numbers knows the lyrics by heart and actively participates in every song, from the first bar to the final encore. Over the years, he has performed on many large stages, and one of the more notable moments is the concert at the Zagreb Hippodrome, for which certain sources state that with several hundred thousand tickets sold it set a world record for the number of tickets for a single concert event, with the note that estimates differ depending on the source.  Precisely that experience of large masses and strong emotions is also transferred to the hall format, where due to the proximity of the audience the atmosphere can seem even more intense, and every chorus gains additional weight. For numerous fans, buying tickets is not just a question of the decision “to go or not”, but also a ritual – planning who to come with, agreements about favorite songs, arriving a few hours earlier to catch a good position in the hall. Secure your tickets for this event immediately, if you want to be part of that special energy where thousands of voices simultaneously sing the same verses, creating an experience that can hardly be compared to listening to songs at home or via headphones.
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Practical Information for Arriving at Gripe

Sports Center Gripe is located at the address Osječka 11 in Split, which means that the hall is relatively easily accessible by different forms of transport, whether you are coming by personal car, public city transport, or taxi.  Visitors are recommended to plan their arrival on time, especially if they plan to park near the hall, because larger crowds are created on access roads and parking lots around the start of the program. Tickets for this event are valid exclusively for the evening of January 16, 2026, so it is important to keep tickets in a safe place and check all data regarding the entrance opening time to avoid unnecessary haste. For those arriving in Split from other cities, it is useful to book accommodation near the venue in advance, so that after the concert they can quickly and safely get to their apartment or hotel. Buying tickets via the button below allows you to plan your trip on time, and once you have the tickets in your hands or in digital form, all that remains is to decide whether you will come to the hall earlier, take a walk through the city, or relax in one of the nearby cafes before the concert.

Planning a Stay in Split with the Concert

Many will use the arrival at the concert in Split as an occasion for a short winter vacation, because January in the city brings a somewhat calmer atmosphere, but still enough content for all-day sightseeing and going out. During the day it is possible to visit Diocletian's Palace, the Cathedral of St. Domnius, and other sights in the old city core, and reserve the evenings for socializing, gastronomy and, of course, the concert at Gripe.  Since this is a period outside the main tourist season, it is often easier to find quality accommodation options at more affordable prices, which additionally works in favor of those who want to combine a musical experience with a short escape from everyday life. When planning the trip, it is recommended that you book accommodation offers in the host city in advance, so that after buying tickets you have a clearly drawn logistical picture – from arrival in the city, check-in at the accommodation, all the way to going to the concert and returning. Tickets for this event thus become the central element of the weekend plan, around which additional contents are easily built that turn the entire stay in Split into an experience to remember.

Tickets and Tips for Purchase

When it comes to concerts of this profile, experience shows that ticket sales in halls with a capacity of about 6,000 seats, such as the large hall of Gripe, often start very dynamically, especially in the first days after the announcement of the performance and in the final weeks before the event.  Therefore, it is recommended that buying tickets should not be something you leave for the last moment, especially if you are aiming for a certain sector in the hall – for example, the parterre for those who want to be as close to the stage as possible or higher rows of stands for those for whom a view of the entire scene is more important. Tickets for this event are valid for one day and refer exclusively to the concert on January 16, 2026, at 20:00, so each ticket is tied to a strictly defined date and time, which facilitates the planning of the trip, accommodation, and other obligations. It is important to keep tickets in a safe place, especially if you print them on paper, while with digital tickets one should check the mobile phone battery and ensure that the code is clearly visible at the entrance. Tickets for this concert disappear quickly, so buy tickets on time – by clicking on the button below you can secure your place in a few steps and wait for the day of the concert without stress.
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Who is This Concert For and What You Should Know

Marko Perković Thompson's concert at Gripe is primarily intended for an audience that follows his work, loves strong, emotional performances and songs that often carry a distinct identity and patriotic charge.  During his career, his work has provoked different reactions, from an extremely loyal base of fans who have been following him for years to criticisms and controversies that accompany individual songs and performances, which is why a lively public debate is regularly conducted about his concerts.  For potential visitors, it is important that they make the decision to buy tickets consciously, with a clear desire to be part of such a strongly emotional concert atmosphere, where the emphasis is on the musical experience and singing together with the performer. Families planning to bring younger members should consider the volume and duration of the concert, so it is practical to think about hearing protection and a plan for returning to accommodation after the end of the program, especially if they rely on city transport. Finally, if you feel that this kind of musical expression attracts you and you want to experience it live, tickets for this event are an opportunity to, in the large Gripe hall, surrounded by thousands of other people, feel firsthand the atmosphere that makes Thompson's concerts one of the most commented and most visited musical events on the domestic scene.

Sources:
- Wikipedia: biographical data, discography and current tour of Marko Perković Thompson
- Biografija.org and Kurir: extended biography of the performer and career overview
- Eventim.hr and JUSOS: description, address and capacity of the Sports Center Gripe in Split
- 24sata: information on the capacity of the Gripe hall and the return of the Split basketball club to the large hall
- VisitSplit and Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Croatia: historical context of Split and Diocletian's Palace
- Entrio blog and other online sources: data on large concerts and record performances of artists

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18 December, 2025, Author: Culture & events desk

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