Biograd na Moru to celebrate 1,100 years of the Croatian Kingdom with 4-day event
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(Photo: Grad Biograd na Moru)
From 8–11 May 2025, the coastal town of Biograd na Moru will become the heart of one of the most significant cultural and historical celebrations in modern Croatian history – the 1,100th anniversary of the Croatian Kingdom.
Over four days, Biograd will honour the birth of the Croatian state through a dynamic programme that combines tradition, art, gastronomy, music, and community spirit.
The event aims to revive the spirit of royal times and proudly showcase Croatia’s rich heritage.
A Royal Kick-Off
The celebration begins on Thursday, 8 May, with the screening of the documentary Kralj Tomislav, transporting viewers back to the early days of the Croatian Kingdom and its first king.
(Photo: Grad Biograd na Moru)
Tradition and Art Take Centre Stage
On Friday, 9 May, Biograd transforms into a stage of Croatian creativity and tradition. The day will feature:
• A market of traditional Croatian handicrafts
• The opening of an art exhibition showcasing domestic craftwork
• Culinary presentations of traditional Croatian dishes
• A ceremonial parade of cultural-artistic societies
• Evening performances by the ethno group Čuvarice and the band Hrvatska Ruža
Main Day of Celebration
Saturday, 10 May will see the grand culmination of festivities. Highlights include:
• A morning wake-up call by the Biograd City Brass Band
• A spectacular parade of traditional Croatian boats, horses, majorettes, and music ensembles
• A rich culinary offering throughout the day
• A moving concert by Klapa Sv. Juraj – the vocal ensemble of the Croatian Navy, accompanied by the Croatian Navy Orchestra
• A show-stopping evening performance by the legendary rock band Prljavo Kazalište, turning Biograd into a massive open-air concert arena
Spiritual Closure and Community Spirit
The final day, Sunday, 11 May, focuses on faith and fellowship. The programme includes:
• A morning brass band wake-up
• An exhibition by the Croatian Art Colony
• A solemn mass at the Church of St. Anastasia (Sv. Stošija)
• A communal gathering in the church courtyard with refreshments and traditional music
This historic event invites locals and visitors alike to come together in celebrating over a millennium of Croatian identity.
