Trogir announces its Winter Adventure 2025 – over 60 events

Trogir

Trogir has officially presented the programme for its Winter Adventure 2025.

The announcement was made at a press conference today, unveiling more than 60 events set to animate the UNESCO-listed town throughout December and early January.

The Winter Adventure has grown into one of the most visited festive events in Dalmatia, drawing tens of thousands of visitors each year.

This year’s edition stretches across five locations, including the main stage at John Paul II Square, the Trogir City Museum, Plano, Žedno and the St. Anthony Monastery at Drid.

Deputy Mayor Viktor Novak highlighted the increasing popularity of the event, noting that the programme once again offers concerts, children’s shows, sports activities and traditional celebrations, all completely free of charge for residents and visitors.

“Each year we expand the programme, and we are proud that people come from across Croatia to enjoy it,” Novak said.

“All events are tailored to different generations, and a funfair will be set up for the entire duration of Advent at the T1 car park. We invite everyone to visit Trogir and enjoy a full month of festivities.”

Marin Piveta, Director of the Trogir Tourist Board, underlined the strong impact the Winter Adventure has on tourism and the visual identity of the city. He recalled that in 2023 the event was named the best Advent celebration in Dalmatia, attracting over 100,000 visitors in a single month.

“Winter Adventure is becoming a nationally recognised event,” Piveta said. “With enhanced festive lighting and improvements to the central square, we are achieving an impressive holiday atmosphere, with even more upgrades planned for 2025.”

This year’s programme spans 31 days, including:

• 60 events across five locations
• 21 concerts featuring regional, national and local performers
• 15 children’s events including theatre performances, workshops, festive celebrations and special programmes in Plano and Žedno
• Gastro presentations, DJ performances, exhibitions and themed happenings
• Adventura Trail 2025, the official sports highlight

December in Trogir will feature a wide array of popular artists. Among those taking the stage are Adi Šoše (5 Dec), Valentino (6 Dec), Klapa Šufit (10 Dec), Aerodrom (12 Dec), Jole (13 Dec), Swingers (17 Dec), Jelena Rozga (19 Dec), Dani (20 Dec), Hiljson Mandela (20 Dec), Teška Industrija (23 Dec), Trogirski Kanti (24 Dec), Dalmatino (26 Dec), Sandi (27 Dec) and Jacques Houdek (29 Dec).

New Year’s celebrations will see Centrifuga Band performing on the morning of 31 December, followed by XXS Band headlining the central New Year’s Eve party.

The festivities continue into the New Year with Luka Nižetić performing on 1 January. The programme also features the Mandolin Orchestra of KUD Kvadrilja (7 Dec) and Ursa Ljuban (21 Dec).

The Advent experience will be enriched by traditional candle-lighting ceremonies at the Franciscan Monastery of St. Anthony at Drid, along with the much-loved Christmas Eve Bacalar.

Young visitors can enjoy children’s shows, workshops, the arrival of Father Christmas and a special children’s New Year countdown.

Sports and New Year Festivities

Sport enthusiasts can look forward to the Adventura Trail 2025, scheduled for 21 December. The event brings together runners from across the region for a festive outdoor challenge.

The highlight of the season, the New Year’s Eve celebration, will take place at John Paul II Square, with XXS Band leading the countdown into 2026.