Zagreb Classic 2025 opens with stunning evening on Tomislav Square

by croatiaweek
June 20, 2025
in Entertainment

(Photo: Grad Zagreb)

ZAGREB, 20 June 2025 – The Zagreb Classic 2025 opened last night in the heart of the city with a grand performance by opera stars Francesco Meli and Serena Gamberoni, accompanied by the Zagreb Philharmonic Orchestra.

Held on King Tomislav Square, this beloved summer festival of open-air classical music runs until 2 July and offers eight free concerts featuring an array of world-class performers.

The event is organised by the Zagreb Tourist Board and the City of Zagreb, with support from various partners.

“This is a truly unique atmosphere and one of the most beautiful stages in the city,” said Mayor Tomislav Tomašević at the opening.

“I invite everyone to come and enjoy these exceptional musical evenings at Tomislavac.”

(Photo: Grad Zagreb)

Since its inception in 2016, Zagreb Classic has gained a cult following among artists and music lovers, both in Croatia and abroad.

This year’s edition reaffirms its standing with a diverse and impressive programme that includes works from Croatian and international music literature, ranging from symphonic music and jazz to opera and musicals.

The festival will showcase performances by the Croatian Radiotelevision (HRT) Symphony and Jazz Orchestras, the ensemble of the Komedija Theatre, the orchestra and choir of the Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb, and a guest choir from the United States under the baton of American conductor Jonathan Griffith.