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Buy tickets for concert Marko Perković - Thompson - 17.01.2026., Športski centar GRIPE, Split, Croatia

Buy tickets for concert Marko Perković - Thompson - 17.01.2026., Športski centar GRIPE, Split, Croatia

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Marko Perković - Thompson

Športski centar GRIPE, Split, HR
17. January 2026. 20:00h
2026
17
January
Photo by: Domagoj Skledar/ arhiva (vlastita)
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Tickets for Marko Perković Thompson live at Sports Center Gripe Split – buy concert tickets for 17 January 2026

Buy tickets for Marko Perković Thompson’s concert at Sports Center Gripe in Split and secure your place for an intense live show on 17 January 2026. This page focuses on easy concert ticket purchase and gives clear information for planning your trip, stay in Split and arrival at the venue, with useful tips for accommodation and local transport
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The Night Thompson Fills Gripe in Split

Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 20:00 hours is reserved for an evening in which the Gripe Sports Centre in Split will become a large concert hall for thousands of fans of Marko Perković Thompson. A one-day ticket is valid exclusively for this date and program, so it is a concert that is not repeated and which, if you miss it, cannot be made up for by some “other evening”. Gripe is known for combining sports spirit and concert charge, and Thompson, after record-breaking performances in recent years, comes to Split in a period when his popularity is once again at its peak, which further increases the interest in tickets. The winter date in the middle of January means that the audience awaits a strong contrast: a cold evening outside the hall and a hot, almost festival-like atmosphere inside, in the company of thousands of voices singing well-known verses together. If you want to be part of that picture, it is good to think about planning the trip, accommodation, and, of course, buying tickets right now. Secure your tickets for this event immediately and prepare for a Split winter evening that will be marked by loud guitars, strong lyrics, and the emotions of the audience.

Marko Perković Thompson: A Career Marked by Hits and Strong Messages

Marko Perković, known to the public as Thompson, entered the music scene in the early nineties with a song that was created in a war context and very quickly became a symbol of an era, after which he built a rich catalog of albums and singles. During thirty years of his career, he recorded a series of albums intertwining rock, hard rock, folk, and distinctly melodic choruses, and songs like “Geni kameni”, “Moj dom je Hrvatska”, “Lijepa li si” or newer titles from current releases have become an obligatory part of his sets. His concerts regularly attract tens of thousands of people in Croatia and among the diaspora, and in the summer of 2025, he held a spectacular performance in Zagreb before a huge audience, thereby further consolidating the status of one of the most visited performers of the domestic scene. At the same time, Thompson is also one of the most controversial figures in Croatian music: part of the audience recognizes a strong sense of belonging and faith in his songs, while part of the domestic and international public looks critically at certain symbols and messages connected to his performances. Regardless of different opinions, the fact is that interest in his concerts remains extremely high, so it can already be assumed that tickets for Split's Gripe will be in demand, especially among the audience that follows every step of his new concert phase.

Concert Repertoire: A Blend of New Songs and Generational Anthems

Although the final order of songs will be known only on the evening of the concert, experience from past tours shows that Thompson in his performances skillfully combines war, spiritual, and patriotic songs with more emotional ballads and new material. Visitors can expect a cross-section of his career, from the early nineties all the way to current songs that have been filling charts and digital services in recent years, with an emphasis on titles that the audience knows how to sing from the first to the last verse. It is common for the concert to start with more energetic songs, which raise the atmosphere and lead to that recognizable moment when the hall, in the dark and under the spotlights, sings in unison, while flags and scarves wave somewhere in the stands. The central part of the evening is often reserved for songs of a slower tempo in which the lyrics come to the fore, so even at Gripe, those who care about verses and emotion will likely come into their own. For those who want to be as close to the stage as possible, it is important to secure tickets in time for zones that allow a good view and sound experience, because such places usually sell out first. Tickets for this concert disappear quickly, so buy tickets on time via the button below and do not leave anything to chance.
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The Audience, Emotions, and Sound in the Gripe Hall

Concerts of Marko Perković Thompson are known for gathering a very diverse audience: from those who listened to his first songs on cassettes, through the generation that grew up with albums from the early 2000s, all the way to younger ones who discovered him through newer hits and large stadium performances. In a closed space like the Gripe hall, that generational cross-section is felt even more strongly because the audience is physically closer to the performer, so every shout, every song, and every raised scarf creates an impression of communal, almost choral singing. The winter concert date also brings a special visual impression: the audience in warmer clothes, flags, scarves, and jerseys create a mosaic of colors, while lighting effects and projections enhance the impression that you are at a large, but still intimate event. Thompson and the band are known for a powerful live sound, with heavy guitars, emphasized drums, and sudden transitions from quieter, more prayerful parts to explosive choruses, which comes even more to the fore in a hall like Gripe. Precisely because of that combination of proximity to the stage and a large number of people, tickets for the ground floor and the most desirable stands are often among the first to go, so it is not bad to think already now about where you want to stand or sit and choose a ticket accordingly. Whoever secures their tickets on time will be able to experience this Split evening from that perspective which suits them best, whether right next to the stage or from a stand from which the entire hall can be seen.

Gripe Sports Centre: A Split Hall with Tradition

The Gripe Sports Centre is one of the most important sports and event spaces in Split, located at Osječka Street 11, not far from the city center and main city roads. The complex was built for the needs of the Mediterranean Games in 1979, and today it includes a large hall with a capacity of about 6000 spectators, a smaller hall with about 1000 seats, and a series of smaller halls and accompanying facilities used for various sports, fairs, and concerts. In a concert configuration, Gripe transforms into a multifunctional hall in which the ground floor is most often intended for standing, while the stands offer a clear view of the stage and a level of comfort appreciated by visitors who like to have their own seat. For visitors arriving from other cities, it is practical to already consider accommodation near the venue when planning the trip, so that after the concert they can quickly and safely get to their room or apartment. Buy tickets via the button below, and then choose in peace where you will stay and how to spend the rest of the weekend in Split, because the combination of a good concert and well-chosen accommodation is often the recipe for an unforgettable escape from everyday life.

Split as the Host of a Winter Musical Spectacle

Split is a city where history and the present meet at every step: the historic core with Diocletian's Palace, included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is just a few minutes' drive or about a fifteen-minute walk away from Gripe. Winter Split has a special atmosphere, far from the summer crowds, with a milder Mediterranean climate, walks on the Riva, quieter alleys within the palace, and a view of the sea which has its own weight even in January. For many visitors, coming to Thompson's concert will be an occasion to spend the entire weekend in the city, try local gastronomy, walk through historic streets, and perhaps visit surrounding viewpoints and parks. In planning such a mini-trip, it is useful to consider accommodation offers in the host city in advance, in order to choose a neighborhood and type of accommodation that best suits the desired rhythm of the stay. Only when you know where you will sleep and how you will spend the rest of the day before and after the concert, can you completely relax and focus on the musical experience that awaits you in the Gripe hall.
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How to Get to Gripe and What to Know Before Entering

The Gripe Sports Centre is located in a part of Split that is relatively easy to reach both by car and by public transport, and many visitors also decide to walk from the city center, which is particularly practical if you are staying near the old city core. If you are coming by car, you should count on a limited number of parking spaces in the immediate vicinity of the hall, so it is smart to arrive earlier or combine parking at more distant locations with a short walk to Gripe. For visitors arriving by bus or train, the main city stations are connected by city bus lines, so it is good to check the schedule and return time in advance, especially since the concert starts at 20:00 hours, and exiting the hall after the end often extends due to the crowd. Tickets are valid for one day, that is, exclusively for the concert on January 17, 2026, so all you need to have with you is a valid ticket in physical or electronic form and a personal document if the organizer requires identification. It is common for a part of the contingent to be adapted for persons with disabilities, and such visitors are most often directed to special entrances and sectors, so it is worth checking the conditions and information on time to make the arrival as simple as possible. For guests arriving from other cities or abroad, it is useful to coordinate the travel schedule and transport reservation with accommodation and accommodation for event visitors, in order to avoid unnecessary rush immediately before the concert.

Tips for Accommodation and Stay in Split During the Concert

Although January in Split is outside the main tourist season, larger events like concerts in the Gripe hall can attract a significant number of visitors from other parts of Croatia and the region, which can be reflected in the availability of accommodation in certain parts of the city. Many visitors choose apartments and hotels in the wider center, in the area around Diocletian's Palace, Bačvice, or Firule, because from there one can reach Gripe relatively quickly, whether by walking, taxi, or public transport. Others decide on accommodation in quieter residential neighborhoods closer to the hall itself, where it is easier to park and return to the room faster after the concert, which is practical especially if you are coming with family or a larger group. In any case, it is recommended to review accommodation for event visitors on time and book the desired option before the best facilities are filled. Only when you know that you have a place to sleep and rest after the concert, will you be able to enjoy the music, socializing, and walks around the city without burden, and it will also be easier to plan when to head home or continue the journey further through Dalmatia.

Tickets and Audience Interest for the Split Concert

The announcement of Thompson's concert at Gripe has caused significant attention from local and national media, especially after the news about the large performances he held in other Croatian cities and record attendance figures. After the spectacle at the Zagreb Hippodrome in 2025, where according to media reports hundreds of thousands of people gathered, it was to be expected that the announcement of the date for Split would also attract great audience interest. Local portals have already reported that the concert at the Gripe Sports Centre fits into a series of winter dates on which Thompson performs across Croatian cities, and the fact that it is a city indoor space further attracts those who prefer performances indoors, with more predictable acoustics and atmosphere. Given that tickets are valid for only one day and that the hall has a limited capacity, it is logical to expect that the best positions will sell out quickly, especially if the trend of rapid interest repeats as with previous concerts. Secure your tickets for this event immediately, so that you too can be part of the audience that will fill Gripe on January 17, 2026, at 20:00 hours and await the first bars of the concert with impatience. Once you enter the hall and the lights dim, only the fact that you are there will matter – and that begins with a simple step: buying a ticket via the button below.
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Who is This Concert For and What to Bring With You

Thompson's concerts attract a very colorful audience, from families with children and groups of friends to people traveling from the diaspora to hear him live, so it will certainly be so at Gripe as well. If you decide to come, consider what is important to you for the overall experience: do you want to be in the first row and feel all the energy of the sound and the audience a few meters from the stage, or do you prefer to choose a stand with a better overview of the entire hall and comfortable seating during longer parts of the concert. It is recommended to dress in layers, because the difference between the colder evening air outside the hall and the warmth inside the packed hall is quickly felt, and it is good to bring some water and basic necessities, in accordance with the organizer's rules on the entry of drinks and objects. Do not forget to check the details about the entrance opening time and security procedures, because early arrival will reduce the crowd and enable you to find your place or the best position on the ground floor in peace. Tickets for this concert disappear quickly, so buy tickets on time via the button below and ensure that on January 17, 2026, you do not remain outside the hall at the moment when the lights go out and the first chords begin – because such evenings are remembered for years, primarily for the fact that you were part of them, and not watching them from afar.

Sources:
- Wikipedia / biographical data and discography of Marko Perković Thompson
- Dalmatian local portals / announcement of the concert in Split and the winter tour
- International agencies (Reuters, AP) / reports on large concerts and record attendance
- Gripe Sports Centre (local and informative portals) / data on capacity, address, and history of the hall
- UNESCO and tourist pages of Split / information on the historic core of the city and Diocletian's Palace

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