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KVARNER – Croatia’s best kept secret

TOURIST OFFERActive holidays • Summer holidays in the sun by the sea • Off-season holidays at the seaside • Vacations in rural hinterland and mountains

Business tourism • Congresses and Symposia • Team-building • Incentives

Health tourism • Wellness • Thalasso spa programs • Medical programs

Adventurism • Hiking and walking • Bicycling • Athlete preparation

Nautical tourism

Cultural tourism • Urban tourism • Cultural tours and touring • Happenings, festivals and events • Gastronomy

Religious tourism

Kvarner is a region where Croatian tourism began in the 19th century. The region has been developed by a long tradition of tourism, where each part of the seaside, islands and mountains provides unspeaka-ble comfort. The region is located along the largest Adriatic bay, where the Mediterranean penetrates deep into Europe. Kvarner is characterized by mild climate, lots of interesting contents, events, festivals and cultural attractions. Good transport connections - road, rail, air and sea guarantee easy and quick arri-val to the perfect vacation spot. International Airport Krk and seasonal airport on the island of Lošinj with

regular, low-cost and charter lines are connected with European cities.Kvarner features an amazing variety of half-an-hour distance from the sea to the mountain slopes as well as natural resources and living in harmony with nature. The greatest wealth of Kvarner is its residents, always friendly hosts and a number of events that make life more beautiful and more fun ..Rab Fair, Little Rose of Vinodol, Rijeka Summer Nights, Carnival, Fragrant Festivals, Liburnia Jazz Festival, Fruits of the Mountains… Come, discover, enjoy…

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Tradition of family accommodation: KVARNER FAMILY

Hospitality with guaranteed quality Have you ever tried playing bocce, picked and dried lavender or sage, tried to figure out how the local market’s little microcosm lives and functions? In short, have you ever immersed yourself in the authentic life of the Kvarner Bay people, sat back and rested your “soul”? Choose an accommodating facility labelled Kvarner Family. It is the mark of high tourist quality, standard and recognition of branded apartments, holiday homes, campsites and private rooms in the region. The brand Kvarner Family stands for verified holiday destinations with well tended environment, cosily furnished interior, recognizable image, respect of tradition, loyal guests and homely atmosphere. The facilities labelled as such have met the deman-ding criteria set by the initiators of this project, Pri-morsko-goranska County and the Kvarner County Tourism Office. Here you will find an assurance of quality and authenticity, friendly hosts who will try to make you feel at home, thus enabling you to relax and recharge your batteries while enjoying the pulsating everyday life and the little rituals forming the colour-ful Kvarner mosaic.

For more information visit www.kvarnerfamily.hr

Family accommodation labelled Kvarner family can be found in all Kvarner region- Opatija Riviera, Crikvenica - Vinodol Riviera, Rijeka region, and islands of Lošinj, Cres, Krk and Rab and in many places in Gorski kotar. Using on-line search of accommodation offers, choo-se your destination, type of facility, star category and enjoy in the well-known hospitality of Kvarner hosts who want to be different from others, who will do the-ir best to make you feel at home and who will offer a services that goes beyond the standards of the existing system of categorization and who wish to contribute to a greater recognition of family accommodation.

Criteria • Basic categorization of the facility and working per-

mit: minimum 3 star rating • Well-tended environment • Interior • Reserved parking place • Recognition • At least a two-year family tradition of offering

accommodation services • Guest loyalty • Book of impressions • Continuous training • Overall impression by the Committee

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A pleasure for all your sensesEnjoy yourself! Ask for a recipe! Let your taste buds play with the unique taste of natural ingredients that chefs have moulded into an extraordinary gourmet experience. Kvarner is a Croatian region with the highest concentration of fine restaurants at walking distance that have for years been in the peak of the Croatian gourmet scene. Renowned European gastro guides, such as Gault Millau, San Pellegrino as well as others, have regularly rated them among the best restaurants, commending them for their authentic cuisine which balances traditional and modern culinary trends and is foun-ded on a simple and uncompromising philosophy – a quality dish can be prepared only from quality ingredients! And if possible, fresh, seasonal and local ingredients which have, due to the unique combination of the sea and the highlands, kept the original Mediterranean fragrance and taste. Kvarner top restaurants are labelled Kvarner gour-met (The Project of the Kvarner Tourism Asso-ciation) which guarantees exquisite delicacies prepared using appropriate culinary techniques and a creative approach to traditional recipes. The Kvarner chefs will introduce you to all the wealth of Kvarner cuisine that combines different sea delicacies with the ingredients from the green highland forests. An exquisite pleasure for your palate! Do not miss it! If you wish to taste granny’s kitchen, unique dis-hes that have been prepared in Kvarner for gene-rations, the restaurants, taverns (konobas) and bi-stros labelled Kvarner food are the right place for you. Fish just caught is offered on today’s menu. The rucola and the chard have just arrived from the local farmer. There are also wild asparagus, wild sage and other wild grown herbs. All of these combined together create a feast of fragrance and full taste. Taste the typical dishes of each Kvarner micro-region; explore the hidden secrets of culi-nary traditions and the modern culinary trends going back to granny’s cookbooks.Find your favourite Kvarner gourmet and Kvarner food corner using the mobile application in 6 lan-guages.

Taste! • Wild asparagus • Lovran cherries • Cres lamb • Spread of highland mushrooms • Venison dishes • Krk sheep milk cheese aged in walnut leaves • Crikveničke rupice – bluefish balls with corn and garlic • Fish - in unlimited quantities- from pilchard to scorpion fish

Scampi number 1!The clean sea and the specific habitat give Kvarner scampi a special flavour, unique in the world. With its sweet and delicate taste, the Kvarner scampi is excellent whether grilled, in buzara, with pasta or even raw. Try it with a glass of Valomet champagne matured in the deep Kvarner waters.

For more information visit:www.kvarner-gourmet.com

Tradition of Gastronomy: KVARNER GOURMET & KVARNER FOOD

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Kvarner Tourism Association recommends the following restaurants:

Opatija RivieraKVARNER GOURMETRestaurant Bevanda, OpatijaRestaurant Draga di Lovrana, Lovranska DragaRestaurant Evergreen, OpatijaRestaurant Johnson, Mošćenička DragaRestaurant Laurus, OpatijaRestaurant Le Mandrać, Opatija - VoloskoRestaurant Plavi podrum, Opatija - VoloskoRestaurant Štanger, Lovran

KVARNER FOODStancija Kovačići, RukavacVilla Plasa, JurdaniRestaurant Zlatni, OpatijaRestaurant Perun, MošćeniceLovranski pub, LovranRestaurant Commodore, IčićiRestaurant Knezgrad, LovranKonoba Mučićeva ravan, MučićiKonoba Kali, Medveja

Rijeka RegionKVARNER GOURMETRestaurant Kukuriku, Kastav

KVARNER FOODRiva’s Trattoria, RijekaVilla Sandi, ČavleRestaurant Ronjgi, ViškovoRestaurant Aerosteak, ČavleRestaurant Zlatna školjka, RijekaBistro&Pizzeria Paris, KostrenaOštarija pul Kukurina, KastavRestaurant Mladenka, ViškovoKonoba Maretina, ViškovoKonoba Portić, BakaracKonoba Fran Krsto Frankopan, Kraljevica

Crikvenica-Vindol RivieraKVARNER GOURMETRestaurant&Bar Sabbia, Crikvenica

KVARNER FOODKonoba Lucija, Novi VinodolskiMountain Lodge Vagabundina koliba, Bribir

Kvarner WinesWhen in Kvarner, make a toast with Žlahtina, an indi-genous wine variety from this region. As this white wine is produced on the island Krk, it is a unique experience to taste it in Vrbnik- the home of Žlahti-na. Žlahtina is also produced in Pavlomir vineyards in Vinodol municipality. Only in Kvarner, can you try Valomet - the sea champagne. This champagne matures underwater, where the constant sea tem-perature provides for the best conditions for the ripening of this premium wine.

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Secret recipe kept for centuriesIt was first served back in 1177, but its recipe has been a well kept secret for centuries. It is the Rab Cake, a sweet with a home almond heart. The historical documents that reveal how to make this symbol of the island of Rab- the emerald isle, still exist. Namely, in the 12th century Pope Alexander II visited Rab - Felix Arba. The white city decided to welcome the Pope with the highest honours and to host him in the best possible way, with the finest dishes and drinks. In his honour, the Benedictine nuns prepared this cake made up of almonds with a hint of liqueur and a thin veil of dough whose thickness reminded of the host from which it was originally made. The filigree work that lasts for two days and its distinctive snail form also speak of its uniqueness. The taste of this sweet delicacy probably reminded Pope Alexander of his childhood and the Mediterranean of his native Sicily.

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Islands of Cres and LošinjKVARNER FOODRestaurant Artatore, Mali LošinjRestaurant Veli žal, Mali LošinjRestaurant Diana, Mali LošinjBukaleta Inn, LoznatiKonoba Lošinjsko jidro, Mali LošinjKonoba Hibernicia, LubeniceTrs Inn, Krčina

Island of KrkKVARNER GOURMETRestaurant Rivica, Njivice

KVARNER FOODRestaurant Kanajt, PunatRestaurant Nada, VrbnikRestaurant Cicibela, BaškaRestaurant Žal, KlimnoKonoba Pod prevolt, MilohnićiKonoba-Restaurant Gospoja, VrbnikKonoba Vrbnička žlahtina, VrbnikKonoba Zora, Dobrinj

Island of RabKVARNER GOURMETRestaurant Barbat, Rab

KVARNER FOODRestaurant Marco Polo, RabKonoba Rab, RabFortuna Inn, LoparLabirint Catering, Rab

Gorski kotarKVARNER FOODRestaurant Goranska kuća - hotel Risnjak, DelniceRestaurant Bitoraj, Fužine

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Opatija RivieraOpatija, Ičići, Lovran, Medveja,Matulji, Mošćenička Draga

DO NOT MISS • To see Villa Angiolina – this beautiful historicist villa in the centre of Angiolina Park in Opatija is the home of

the first Croatian Museum of Tourism. Here you can see what was once worn by ladies at the beach, what one should take on a trip in the 19th century, did the ladies or the gentlemen take more luggage

• To stroll along the Lungo Mare promenade – at the foot of Učka, this is one of the most beautiful coastal pro-menades in the Mediterranean, surrounded by greenery and villas from the 19th century

• To view Kvarner from above - climb the 1,401 metre high peak of Učka and explore the paths and trails of the Nature Park Učka

• To be photographed with the Girl with a Seagull – the symbol of Opatija • To enjoy the variety of the wellness offer - developed on the ancient foundations of sea water treatments

DISCOVER • The richness and variety of colours in Opati-

ja parks – awarded as the most beautiful on the Adriatic. The Park of St. James, Park Mar-garita and others will surprise you with an explosion of colors, as well as with their vari-ety of plant species from around the world.

• Some of the best restaurants in Croatia • The spirit of past times – present in the

historic towns of Mošćenica, Brseč and Ve-prinac, where you will find a terrific blend of ancient stone houses and churches and today’s everyday life

• Fireworks Days (June 29) • Millions of sparks falling from the sky, the

murmuring of the sea and the sounds of music - these are Opatija’s Fireworks Days during which you will witness a spectacle on Opatija’s sky. Fireworks are launched from the pontoons located off shore and it seems as if the surface of the water is on fire. Simply unforgettable.

Charm through centuriesThroughout 160 years of its tourism development, it has been refined, elegant, charming, and always young - this is Opatija, the largest tourist resort in the Riviera, the cradle of Croatian tourism. Here, the emperors and kings came to rest as early as 1844. The Golden Book of Opatija Guests lists numerous famous names; Emperor Franz Joseph I, Franz Ferdinand, Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Belgian Princess Stephanie, German Emperor Wilhelm II. The famous ballerina Isadora Duncan, while watching the flickering of the palm leaves developed her distinctive dance step, composer Gustav Mahler, writers Anton Chekhov and Henryk Sienkiewicz drew their inspiration from Opatija’s beauty. The uniqueness of Opatija Riviera is also seen in other cities and towns, who each in their own way, make up a diverse array of this region located at the foot of Učka. Therefore pay a visit to Lovran, Medveja, Mošćenička Draga, Mošćenice, Brseč, Icici, Ika, Volosko, Matulji...

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MAYMay 1 MATULJIFestivities marking May Day May 1 - December 31 OPATIJAOpatija through Time, exhibition preview of Swiss House May 2 – 5 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGAWeekend of Blue Fish, gastronomic delights at restaurants, feast on the seafront – Exhibitions, and lectures Weekend of organized walking toursMay 3- 5 LOVRAN21st International Wind Orchestra Festival “Our World Is Music”May 3 – 5 OPATIJA“Our World Is Music”, International Wind Orchestra Festival -Park AngiolinaMay 9 OPATIJAPorin classic - Kvarner HotelMay 10 OPATIJATowards Porin, concert – Open Air TheatreMay 16 – 19 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGAWeekend of White Fish, gastronomic delights at restaurants, feast on the seafront – Exhibitions, and lectures Weekend of organized walking toursMay 22 LIPA “Jelenina”, a festive occasion marking St. Helen’s DayMay 30 – June 2 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGAWeekend of Scampi and Seafood Specialities, gastronomic delights at restaurants, feast on the seafront – Exhibitions, and lectures Weekend of organized walking tours

JUNEJune 2 LOVRAN 4th Regatta of traditional boats for the “Nino Gasparinic” trophy - the waters in front of Lovran port (12:00)June 8 LOVRANGreat Strudel Feast – Liberty Square (19:00)June 8 – 16 LOVRAN13th Cherry Days in Lovran – During the Cherry Days in Lovran cafes and restaurants, cherry cakes and dishes made with cherries are on offer June 13 ZVONEĆA“Antonjica”, a festive occasion marking St. Anthony’s Day June 15 - 16 BREGIBregi Night June 15 OPATIJA4th Liburnia Classic Old-timer RallyJune 17 – 26 OPATIJAKvarner Festival, classical music concerts - Kvarner Hotel

June 22 OPATIJAMIK, Melodies of Istria and Kvarner – Open Air Theatre June 23 JURDANIMidsummer- a feast day of St. John the Baptist June 25 MATULJIMatulji Postcard - Cycling along the road of homemade dishes June 28 – 30 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGA“Sipar”, an international literary festival June 29 OPATIJAOpatija’s Days of Fireworks - SlatinaJune 29 - July 1 RUKAVAC“Petrova”, a feast day of St. Peter and Paul

JULYLOVRAN Summer in Lovran - concerts, folk songs and dances, harmony singing groups and fishermen’s feastsJuly 1- 31 OPATIJAHungry Designers – an exhibition staged in cooperation with Croatian Designers’ Association – Art pavilion “Juraj Šporer”July 1 – August 30 OPATIJAOpatija oldtimer tour, enjoy your free ride in front of the Milenij Hotel on Tuesdays (19:30 - 22:00)July 5 – 7 OPATIJALiburnia Jazz Festival - Open Air Theatre July 6 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGAConcert staged by the 4’ 33’’ Group on the terrace of the Mediteran Hotel (20:30)July 6 – 7 UČKA“Učka 2013”, mountain car race July 6 or July 13 VEPRINACEvening of harmony-singing groups in VeprinacJuly 13 BRSEČBlues festival – Brseč (21:00)July 13 OPATIJAOpatija – an imperial cityJuly 19 VOLOSKOVolosko NightJuly 20 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGA5th festival and regatta of traditional sailboats – Waterfront Mošćenička Draga (12:00)Awards – Primorje evening with entertainment program – Waterfront Mošćenička Draga (20:00)July 20 – 25 OPATIJADays of the Town of Opatija July 21 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGA The Harmony-singing group Maslina show - Fishermen’s feast ( 21:00)July 21 OPATIJA“Opatija 2013”, the Croatian Harmony Singing Festival with Mandolins - Open Air Theatre

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Run and Enjoy, athletic race

July 22 VELE MUNE“Magdalenina”, the feast day of St. Magdalene

July 23 – 28 OPATIJAOpatija Art Expo, a trade fair of crafts and applied art - Slatina

July 26 OPATIJA“Chicago”, musical - Open Air Theatre

July 27 VOLOSKOHarmony-singing groups in Mandrać, a harmony singing group festival

July 27 – 28 VOLOSKO“Mandrać”, international painting competition

July 28 LOVRAN8th MTB Učka Marathon - UCI MTB Marathon Series, World Cup

AUGUSTLOVRAN Summer in Lovran - concerts, folk songs and dances, harmony-singing groups, fishermen’s feasts OPATIJA“From steamboat to Cruiser” exhibition - Art Pavilion “Juraj Sporer,” from August to DecemberAugust 4 BRSEČHappening “Na dve šterne” (21:00)August 7- 11 MOŠĆENICE4th little art festival August 10 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGA Canzone Evening – waterfront Mošćenička Draga, (21:00)August 12 MOŠĆENICEClassical music concert – Church of St. Andrew the Apostle (20:00)August 17 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGA Fishermen’s Night , games and animations - waterfront Mošćenička Draga, (20:00)August 18 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGAMerry games by the sea, fishing, sporting events: swimming marathon, jumping off waterfront into the sea, rowing regatta … Feast on the waterfront (20:00)August 23 – 24 OPATIJA“Liburnicon 2013”, festival of science fiction and fantasyAugust 24 – 31 MOŠĆENICEInternational visual art colony “Mošćenice’s Paintbrush 2013” – Children’s visual art workshops “ Mošćenice’s Little Paintbrush 2013”August 28 – 31 IČIĆILiburnia Film FestivalAugust 31 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGACarnival under the Sea

SEPTEMBERSeptember 1 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGAEvening of Harmony Singing - waterfront Mošćenička Draga (20:00)September 1 UČKA7th Učka Fair - Poklon, Učka Nature ParkSeptember 7 – 8 OPATIJA“Galiola 2013”, sailing regattaSeptember 14 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGAUčka trail September 21 MOŠĆENIČKA DRAGAFestive occasion marking Tourism Day, an organized walking tour to Trebišće, departure from Info Agency “Annalinea” at 10am – performance in Trebišće, (13:00)September 21 OPATIJAViennese Ball - Kvarner Hotel September 26 VELI BRGUD“Kuzmova”, a festive occasion marking the feast day of Sts. Cosmas and Damian

OCTOBEROctober 2 PASJAK“Mihoja”, a festive occasion marking St. Michael’s Day October 11 LOVRAN “Mića Marunada” (Little chestnut festival), choirs – Mixed Choir concert by Cultural Club “Lovor“ from Lovran and guests - Parking lot BrajdicaOctober 11 - 27 LOVRAN40th Marunada ( Lovran chestnut festival)Marunada ( chestnut festival) starts in Lovran, and the last weekend it takes place in Liganj, offering roasted chestnuts together with ‘medica’ (homemade brandy based on honey) and new/young wine. In cafes, pastry shops, taverns and restaurants, you can taste genuine local dishes and special chestnut dishes and desserts Sporting event: mountain race “Učka Vertical”, hiking to Učka, “Giro di Marunada“ mountain bike, bocce tournament, training regatta. Angling competition...October 12- 13 LOVRANDay of music and entertainment program in the centre of Lovran. Rich offer of ‘maruni’, chestnut cakes and other desserts made from chestnuts, homemade meals with chestnuts, chestnut honey, ‘medica’ (brandy with honey) ... - Parking lot Brajdica and Liberty SquareOctober 19 LOVRANMonthly fair of consumer goods with an offer of roasted chestnuts, cakes and chestnut pastries- Parking lot BrajdicaOctober 26 – 27 LIGANJMusic and entertainment program in the open, ethno exhibition, exhibition of mushrooms ... Offering fresh and roasted chestnuts, cakes and chestnut pastries,

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Days of Fireworks (June 29)Millions of sparks falling from the sky, the sound of the sea and the sounds of music - these are the Days of Fireworks in Opatija during which you can experience the spectacle of Opatija sky. Fireworks are fired from the pontoons on the sea, so that it seems as if the sur-face of water was on fire. Unforgettable!

homemade dishes,chestnut honey, ‘medica’ ( brandy with honey)…

NOVEMBER November 2 MATULJISchool of Potresujka (local dance) - Hangar MatuljiNovember 7 – 10 OPATIJA50th Music. Musical Forum Opatija 2013November 9 MATULJISchool of Potresujka (local dance) - Hangar MatuljiNovember 11 – 24 OPATIJA23rd Chess Veteran Championship - Milenij Grand hotel “4 Opatija Flowers”November 14- 17 OPATIJA 12th European Bridge Championship - Milenij Grand hotel “4 Opatija Flowers”November 16 MATULJISchool of Potresujka (local dance)- Hangar MatuljiNovember 23 MATULJISchool of Potresujka (local dance)- Hangar MatuljiNovember 24 JUŠIĆIOur Lady of Health November 30 MATULJISchool of Potresujka (local dance)- Hangar MatuljiNovember 30 ŽEJANESt. Andrew’s Day

DECEMBERDecember 1 MATULJIFeast day of Christ the KingDecember 1 – 27 OPATIJAIce Magic and Christmas Fair - Open Air Theatre December 6 – 8 OPATIJADays of Chocolate December 6 RUPA“Mikuljna”, a festive occasion marking St. Nicholas’ Day December 7 MATULJISchool of Potresujka (local dance)- Hangar MatuljiDecember 13 - 15 UČKA“Christmas Fairytale in Učka Nature Park “ - Poklon, Učka Nature ParkDecember 14 MATULJISchool of Potresujka (local dance)- Hangar MatuljiDecember 19 MATULJIChristmas ConcertDecember 26 OPATIJAChristmas Old-timer exhibition December 26 ŠAPJANE“Stepanja”, festive occasion marking St. Stephen’s Day - ŠapjaneDecember 31 OPATIJANew Year’s Eve Party - Open Air Theatre

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Rijeka and the RegionRijeka, Bakar, Čavle, Dražice, Grobnik, Kastav, Kostrena, Viškovo

The pulsating centre of KvarnerRijeka is the regional centre, a university centre, a city with rich industri-al heritage, the city in which the torpedo was invented. Discover the fun nooks and crannies of the city, museums, theatres, cinemas, shops. Being the largest Croatian port, this city has an open and unconventional port spirit. The Carnival, the rock scene, festivals and other events make it the pulsating centre of Kvarner, surrounded by Kastav, Bakar, Kostrena, Kraljevi-ca, Čavle, Jelenje and Viskovo. Here you will be able to take a stroll along the unique breakwater promenade, the Molo Longo, visit numerous sporting events, enjoy in theatrical performances “on the boards” but also in the am-bient of old port warehouses or simply have a cup of coffee on Korzo, Rijeka main promenade.

DO NOT MISS • To climb the Trsat Stairs up to Trsat – here you will encounter the peace and holiness of the Marian Shrine on Trsat,

the spectacular view of the City from Trsat Castle and many small gift shops and cafes that give a special charm to this part of Rijeka.

• To enter St Vitus’ Cathedral – the Rijeka Cathedral, specific for its rich baroque interior. • To ride a motorcycle on the tracks of Automotodrom Grobnik – here auto and motorcycling events and races have

been held since 1978. The auto and motorcycle sport fans will be delighted with many national and international races in different classes.

• To go hiking or enjoy skiing at the ski resort Platak - a unique resort with a view of the sea. A favourite pass-time location for people from Rijeka looking for fresh forest air and nature.

DISCOVER • Rijeka’s market and fish market

– coming to the historic market building, dating back to 1880 and the fish market is Rijeka’s people daily ritual. It is a place where friends meet, chat and buy fresh fish from the local fishermen and fruit and vege-table from small farmers.

• The stars - in Rijeka Astronomy Centre, unique in this part of Europe, sit back and enjoy in the game played by celestial bodies

• The only life jacket from the Titanic – at the Maritime and History Museum of Croatian Littoral find more about the Carpathia crew, the ship first to come to the mythical Titanic rescue and the rescue itself

• Early computers – visit Peek & Poke, the museum of old computers and information technology, which displays over 1,000 exhibits of Croatian and world computing history. It is the largest exhibition of its kind in this part of Europe.

• The Cooper’s shop (wine barrel-maker), brandy distillery and old bakery - plunge into the world of ancient craftsmen in one of the small regional museums or discover your fa-vourite gallery of Kastav artists

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MAYRIJEKA“Spajalica”, art in public spaces, art interventions, performances, interviews Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Interspaces, exhibition of Alekdandar Garbin and Goran Petercol’s works – Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Floral spring, the flower show and planning – the bridge in front of the Kontinental Hotel KASTAV Every Friday – on Friday at Five – Idica’s bakery, Mići zavičajni muzej (Little Local Museum)- preparing and tasting bread (17:00 - 20:00) Every Saturday - Under a Lodge - above all, the event at which domestic and foreign artists present their works and various forms of their activities - City LodgeMay 3 - 8 RIJEKA19th International Small Scene-Theatre Festival Rijeka - HKD Theatre on SušakMay 4 - 5 ČAVLEDay of Wine and Beauty - The City of Grobnik, Frankopan castleMay 4 DRAŽICE“A Lantern that has left its mark,” a tribute to a milkmaid, a full-day program dedicated to Grobnik milkmaids and all the other milkmaids from its surroundings that not so long ago used to carry the milk on foot all the way to Rijeka as to help feed their families. To mark the occasion, a fair and cultural programs are organized at Milkmaid Square in Dražice. 20th Children Festival “Grobnički tići kantaju” (Grobnik Little Birds’ Singing) - an event of children’s creativity Cultural Hall DražiceThe 3rd Grobnik Trekking, Dražice - Hahlić May 4 - 5 KOSTRENACreative promenade, an art exhibition of Kostrena artists and their guests - the promenade from Žurkovo Cove to Lučica ( Little Port), Stara vodaMay 4 – 10 RIJEKALUMS – Visual arts change the world, the exhibition staged by the School of Applied Arts May 5 KOSTRENAThe exhibition marking the 300th anniversary of the consecration of the Church of St. Lucy - National Reading Room Kostrena, Sveta Lucija May 5 VIŠKOVO“Majevica”, new wine festival May 10 BAKARThe 19th International Rowing Regatta of Maritime SchoolMay 10 – 12 RIJEKAMarian days, the traditional religious and cultural event – TrsatMay 13 – 17 đKOSTRENAThe 7th Chakavian meeting in Kostrena, the meeting of little Chakavian speakers from schools and

kindergartens as well as Chakavian departments, Chakavian Department Kostrena - The National Reading Room in Sveta LucijaMay 18 RIJEKAInternational Museum Day, the exhibition – an educational workshop “Tik, tak”May 26 KASTAV “Once upon a time there used to be”, presentation of brandy distillation process, a visit to the museum – Osojnak’s Brandy Distillery and Mići zavičajni muzej (Littlle Local Museum, 18:00 – 21:00)

JUNERIJEKA Rijeka Summer Nights , an ambient music and stage festival KASTAVEvery Friday – on Friday at Five – Idica’s bakery, Mići zavičajni muzej (Little Local Museum)- preparing and tasting bread (17:00 - 20:00) Every Saturday - Under a Lodge - above all, the event at which domestic and foreign artists present their works and various forms of their activities - City LodgeJune 1 - 21 RIJEKA Architects, Ada FeliCa-Rošić and Nada Šilović, and the construction of Rijeka in the 1950s, the exhibition staged by the Society of Art Historians Rijeka, Istria and the Croatian Littoral – The City of Rijeka MuseumJune 1 VIŠKOVOWells - the source of life, cultural-stage and poetry program held at wellsJune 6 – August 31 KASTAV The 22nd International Summer Festival of Culture “Kastav Cultural Summer” - Music Programs – Crekvina Square, theatre programs and the Guitar Festival - Fortica Square, exhibition program – Gallery ‘’Church of St. Trinity’’, a literary program and off program - the old town centreJune 8 – 9 KOSTRENACreative promenade, an art exhibition of Kostrena artists and their guests - the promenade from Žurkovo Cove to Lučica ( Little Port), Stara vodaJune 12 – 15 RIJEKA St. Vitus’ DaysJune 13 KUKULJANOVOSt. Francisco’s Day, the celebration of the patron saint June 13 – 14 RIJEKA Liburnia RegattaJune 13 – 16 RIJEKAThe 13th Fiumanka, international sailing regattaJune 14 – 15 RIJEKA Press FiumankaRotary FiumankaEMSR, European Media Sailing RegattaJune 14 – 16 RIJEKA EU Expo

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June 15- 16 KOSTRENA“Welcome Summer”, cultural, entertainment and sporting events Art Colony Kostrena - St. Barbara’s Square Swimming Marathon – Svežanj CoveJune 15 RIJEKA Fiumanka June 15 ŠKRLJEVOSacred Heart of Jesus, feastve occasion marking the day of Škrljevo June 15 VIŠKOVOWells - the source of life, cultural-stage and poetry program held at wellsJune 21 – 28 ČAVLE Popular Theatre Festival – The City of GrobnikJune 21– 29 RIJEKA MIK 2013, Melodies of Istria and Kvarner FestivalJune 21 - September 10 RIJEKA 7th Summer at Trsat Castle, cultural and entertainment events – Trsat CastleJune 24 ZLOBINMidsummer, St. John’s Day, a festive occasion marking the Day of ZlobinJune 29 ČAVLEPolenta and Cheese Festival, preparing polenta of 500 kg corn flour, provision of local products, Grobnik cheese-tasting, popular feast and all-day programJune 30 BAKAR Margaret Summer, opening ceremonyJune 30 KASTAV “Once upon a time there used to be”, presentation of brandy distillation process, a visit to the museum – Osojnak’s Brandy Distillery and Mići zavičajni muzej (Littlle Local Museum, 18:00 – 21:00)

JULYRIJEKA 7th Summer at Trsat Castle – Trsat CastleIštvan Išt Huzjan, exhibition - Mali salonHartera festival – Hartera (Paper Mill)KASTAVEvery Friday – on Friday at Five – Idica’s bakery, Mići zavičajni muzej (Little Local Museum)- preparing and tasting bread (17:00 - 20:00) Every Saturday - Under a Lodge - above all, the event where domestic and foreign artists present their works and various forms of their activities - City LodgeKOSTRENAKostrena Night – Žurkovo CoveJuly 5 KOSTRENASelection of the most beautiful garden, cultural and music program, concert at 20:00 July 6 ČAVLE Fishermen’s Feast, gastronomic delights of fish accompanied with a music program

July 6 – 7 KOSTRENACreative promenade, an art exhibition of Kostrena artists and their guests - the promenade from Žurkovo Cove to Lučica ( Little Port), Stara vodaJuly 7 – 14 ČAVLEGrobnik Festival, classical music evenings in a popular way – The City of GrobnikJuly 12 KOSTRENACultural program - St. Barbara Square, KostrenaJuly 13 BAKARThe City of Bakar Day – Naval battle and a concert - to mark the City of Bakar Day, mountain-climbing to Risnjak is organized by the Bakar Mountaineering Association, Margaret’s Fair, parade of historical units of the Croatian Army, the reconstruction of the historic naval battles, fireworks and a concertJuly 16 KRASICAOur Lady of Mount Carmel, the celebration of the patron saintJuly 20 ČAVLE Fishermen’s FeastJuly 20 KASTAV 11th Great Visual Arts Workshop, exhibitions and showrooms with a rewarding program – streets and squares of the old town centre

AUGUSTRIJEKA6th Rijeka stairs, fashion show 7thSummer at Trsat Castle - Trsat Castle KASTAVEvery Friday – on Friday at Five – Idica’s bakery, Mići zavičajni muzej (Little Local Museum)- preparing and tasting bread (17:00 - 20:00) Every Saturday - Under a Lodge - above all, the event where domestic and foreign artists present their works and various forms of their activities - City LodgeKOSTRENAKostrena Night – Žurkovo CoveAugust 1 ČAVLE Kastav Blues Festival, the first evening – The City of GrobnikAugust 1- 5 KASTAV 6th Kastav Blues FestivalA unique event gathering eminent names of blues music scene, created in honour of the Philadelphia Jerry Ricks, one of the most exposed representative of traditional blues who chose Kastav as his final resting place. Within the Festival framework afternoon workshops, evening concerts and accompanying exhibitions will be held.August 3 ČAVLE Fishermen’s FeastAugust 3 KOSTRENASummer Harmony-Singing Evening, Harmony-singing group Kamik and guests- Žurkovo Cove

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Rijeka Summer Nights, Rijeka (June 27 – July 25)Urban, arts summer festival “Rijeka Summer Nights” brings exceptional drama, opera, ballet and musical works in Rijeka, performed by Croatian artists and visiting theatres from abroad. What makes this festival recognizable is the venue of cultural events. World classics, for example, take place outdoors in areas of Rijeka industrial giants - Torpedo Factory and Paper Mill.

August 3 – 4 KOSTRENACreative promenade, an art exhibition of Kostrena artists and their guests - the promenade from Žurkovo Cove to Lučica ( Little Port), Stara vodaAugust 5 BAKARFestive occasion marking Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day and Croatian Defenders’ Day; ceremonial closing of Margaret Summer with a special program, the concert staged by harmony-singing group CambiAugust 11 JELENJE“Balkijada”, a memorial bocce tournament (wooden bocces) as a tribute to Alen Frketić-Balki accompanied by the sounds of Grobnik rock ’n’ rollAugust 15 RIJEKA The Assumption, the pilgrimage to the Assumption of Our Lady at the Shrine of Our Lady of TrsatAugust 18 ČAVLEBartoj’s firepot, competition in preparing hunter’s stew - buffet PomoracAugust 22 - 24 ČAVLE Bartoja 2013, a popular feast marking Municipality Day of Čavle - Cernik, Čavle

August 30 KASTAV 9th Chansonfest, Chakavian Chanson Festival – Crekvina

SEPTEMBERRIJEKA Chamber Music Festival - Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin MaryKASTAVEvery Friday – on Friday at Five – Idica’s bakery, Mići zavičajni muzej (Little Local Museum)- preparing and tasting bread (17:00 - 20:00) Every Saturday - Under a Lodge - above all, the event at which domestic and foreign artists present their works and various forms of their activities - City LodgeŠKRLJEVOGoulash event – in front of Cultural Hall ŠkrljevoUntil September 10 RIJEKA7th Summer at Trsat Castle, cultural and entertainment events – Trsat CastleSeptember 3 – 8 RIJEKAZoom festivalSeptember 3 - 28 RIJEKA Robert Hamerstil, exhibition (Museum of Vojvodina, visiting museum) – The City of Rijeka Museum

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September 7- 8 DRAŽICE Let’s dance folksy, the 19th festival of folk groups from Croatia and abroad, a show of customs, national costumes and indigenous dances – Milkmaid Square, Dražice.September 7 JELENJEMemorial trekking with a holy Mass at Obruč – “Hahlić za uru” (Hahlić within an hour)September 7 - 8 KOSTRENACreative promenade, an art exhibition of Kostrena artists and their guests - the promenade from Žurkovo Cove to Lučica ( Little Port), Stara vodaSeptember 19- 22 VIŠKOVO“Matejna”, the event is named after the patron saint of the parish of St. Matthew September 21 – 29 JELENJE“Mihoja”, the celebration of St.. Michael and the Day of the Municipality of Jelenje, the organized trade fair, entertainment and sporting eventsSeptember 22 ČAVLE Smell and taste Grobnik Region by tasting jams, teas made of local herbs, pancakes September 27 KOSTRENAWorld Tourism Day, marking the occasionSeptember 29 KASTAV “Once upon a time there used to be”, presentation of brandy distillation process, a visit to the museum – Osojnak’s Brandy Distillery and Mići zavičajni muzej (Littlle Local Museum, 18:00 – 21:00)

OCTOBERRIJEKAChamber Music Festival - Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Zajc Days, music and stage events Anthology of smuggling, collective international exhibition - Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art KASTAVEvery Friday – on Friday at Five – Idica’s bakery, Mići zavičajni muzej (Little Local Museum)- preparing and tasting bread (17:00 - 20:00) Every Saturday - Under a Lodge - above all, the event at which domestic and foreign artists present their works and various forms of their activities - City LodgeKOSTRENAAutumn in Kostrena, a cultural event – National Reading Room in Sv. Lucija October 3 – November 2 RIJEKA Francesco Drenig, an avant-garde and the artistic driver of cross-border trends, the exhibition – The City of Rijeka MuseumOctober 4 – 7 KASTAV White Sunday, a traditional fair in honour of the beginning of autumn and wine which for centuries has been held in Kastav, diverse fair offer, traditional products and crafts with accompanying cultural and entertainment program

October 4 KUKULJANOVOSt. Francisco’s Day – “Slatkijada”, a festive occasion marking the feast day of the patron saint of Kukuljanovo, Slatkijada – Cultural HallOctober 5 – 6 KOSTRENACreative promenade, an art exhibition of Kostrena artists and their guests - the promenade from Žurkovo Cove to Lučica ( Little Port), Stara vodaOctober 12 VIŠKOVO“Walk with Me…” a walk along the promenade “Pleševac”, and a footpath “Lončeva griža” on the occasion of Mobility DayOctober 25 JELENJE“ The Sounds of Accordion in Jelenje”, gathering of musicians from Croatia and abroad in memory of Igor ValićOctober 25 – 26 RIJEKA Hall’s Star Guitar Festival

NOVEMBERBAKAR Welcoming a convoy of ships marking St. Nicholas’ Day - reception on the occasion of welcoming the convoy of ships in Bakar

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KASTAVEvery Friday – on Friday at Five – Idica’s bakery, Mići zavičajni muzej (Little Local Museum)- preparing and tasting bread (17:00 - 20:00) KOSTRENAAutumn in Kostrena, a cultural event – National Reading Room in Sv. Lucija November 2 – 3 KOSTRENACreative promenade, an art exhibition of Kostrena artists and their guests - the promenade from Žurkovo Cove to Lučica ( Little Port), Stara vodaNovember 4 – 12 RIJEKA 18th International Puppet Theatre - City Puppet Theatre

Rijeka, HKD Theatre in Sušak November 8 DRAŽICE“Martinja 2013” ( St. Martin’s Day), photography exhibition with tasting of local products, Youth Council of the Municipality of Jelenje - Cultural Hall DražiceNovember 11 ČAVLE St. Martin’s Day in Čavle”, baptizining new wine - buffet PomoracNovember 12 – March 15, 2014 RIJEKA Naval Academy, the exhibition – The City Museum of RijekaNovember 21 RIJEKA Giovanni Rubinich – architectural opus – City Museum of Rijeka November 23 - 24 RIJEKA XX Baška Voices, the harmony-singing groups’ meeting – HKD Theatre in SušakNovember 28 RIJEKA “The Snow Queen”, a story by HC Andersen, premiere performance - Puppet Theatre RijekaNovember 30 BAKARSt. Andrew’s Day, a festive occasion marking the patron saint of Bakar

DECEMBER RIJEKA Ri-Rock Festival - Club PalachPassword: Printmaking, International Exhibition of Graphic Art- Museum of Modern and Contemporary ArtDragana Sapanjoš, exhibition - Mali salonKASTAVEvery Friday – on Friday at Five – Idica’s bakery, Mići zavičajni muzej (Little Local Museum)- preparing and tasting bread (17:00 - 20:00) December 4- 13 KOSTRENADays of Municipalities – Dec. 4 - Sv. Barbara; Dec. 6 - Sv. Nikola; Dec. 13 - Sv. Lucija – St. Nicholas’ Spear-fishing Cup - 5th Kostrena squid-fishing event December 7- 8 KOSTRENACreative promenade, an art exhibition of Kostrena artists and their guests - the promenade from Žurkovo Cove to Lučica ( Little Port), Stara vodaDecember 20 BAKARChristmas Fair – on the seafront in front of St. John; festive Christmas concert – St. Andrew’s Church December 20 – 26 JELENJE - DRAŽICEChristmas concert staged by Cultural Club “Zvir“ Jelenje – Cultural Hall DražiceDecember 24 VIŠKOVOAdvent in Viškovo, festive concert and socializing at the central square in front of St. Matthew’s Day December 28 – 30 RIJEKA New Year’s concert – Croatian National Theatre Ivan pl. ZajcDecember 31 RIJEKA NewYear’s Eve Party - Korzo

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CRIKVENICA-VINODOL RIVIERA Crikvenica, Novi Vinodolski, Selce, Dramalj, Jadranovo, Vinodol Municipality

DO NOT MISS • To spend a day at the Town Beach of Crikvenica

awarded as the most beautiful beach on the Adriatic coast that offers sports and recreatio-nal facilities, playground for kids, , restaurants, bars, entertainment by day and night, and most importantly - the crystal-clear sea

• To visit the Museum of Crikvenica - and find out who the white monks were, what Crikvenica’s amphorae is like and whether the prehistoric cave lion did live in this area

• To be mesmerized by the Eyes of Vinodol - a network of belvederes with a breathtaking vista of Kvarner Bay

• To learn all about the winemaking - in Pavlo-mir vineyards you can enjoy learning about the viticulture and winemaking tradition of the region

• To peek at Kvadrac Castle of the noble Fran-kopan Family - Novi Vinodolski offers you to go way back in history and find out what is left of the old castle in which the Law Codex of Vinodol was created as early as 1288.

DISCOVER • where the third largest ancient ce-

ramic workshop in the Mediterra-nean is - Ad Turres in Crikvenica was a ceramic workshop that wor-ked up until the 2nd century

• paragliding in the valley of Vinodol - soar into the sky and glide like a bird

• ancient washboards – places where girls and women used to do laundry for centuries

• love again – The Love Road, a unique promenade for lovers and all those who are on their way to fall in love

• spirituality of the glass chapel - in the village of Omar, you will gain a special experience of the unique glass chapel

• the magic of Heavenly Labyrinths - fill up your energy and refine the spirit in one of ten labyrinths in Novi Vinodolski

Place of good energy Back in 1888, the first public wooden flooring beach was built in Crikvenica that marked the beginning of the development of tourism. The tradition of health tourism in Crikvenica-Vinodol has been developing since then. In Novi Vinodolski there is the largest wellness centre in this part of Europe. At about 30 kilometres connected series of beaches and natural, green hinterland, traditions that gave rise to the first Croatian Code – Law Codex of Vinodol dated from the 13th century are interrelated with the variety of modern tourist attractions and some of the most fa-mous Croatian beaches. Excellent geographic loca-tion and good transport links are just a few of the prerequisites of centennial tourism development. Along with that, this area is characterized by fishing tradition, still present in everyday life, as well as cen-turies old viticulture and winemaking tradition that gave name to Novi Vinodolski. Visit Municipality of Vinodol, Jadranovo, Dramalj, Selce.

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MAYMay 1 NOVI VINODOLSKI St. Philip and St. James’ Day , Novi Vinodolski Day May 3 – 14 CRIKVENICA“Chest of Cultural Heritage“, cultural and entertainment programMay 3 – 4 NOVI VINODOLSKI Harley Davidson & open bike event - portMay 7 DRIVENIK “Dujmova”, St. Domnius’ Day, a popular feast with cultural and entertainment program May 18 – 19 SELCE3rd Strawberry Festival May 19 CRIKVENICA AND VINODOL MUNICIPALITYXC Bike Race PodbadanjMay 20 CRIKVENICAInternational Healthy City Day, opening of the Fragrant Mediterranean Maze of LoveMay 22 DRAMALJSt. Helena’s DayMay 23 – 26 CRIKVENICA25th International basketball tournament “Old Stars Zagreb 2013” – City sports hall May 25 – 26 DRAMALJ3rd Cherry Festival – in front of St. Helena’s Church

JUNECRIKVENICA“Ad turres - Antique Crikvenica” exhibition – City

Museum of CrikvenicaJune 1 DRAMALJ5th Harmony-singing groups’ festival – little port PazdehovaJune 3 – 8 CRIKVENICA, SELCEWeek of Blue Fish June 8 – 9 NOVI VINODOLSKI 27th Croatian Wind Orchestra Festival June 19 – 23 CRIKVENICA“Adriatic Folk Fest”, international festival of folk songs and dances June 21 – 28 CRIKVENICA“Friends of the Sea,” outdoor exhibition June 21 – 22 NOVI VINODOLSKI Retro Music Festival – Frankopan SquareJune 22 – 25 CRIKVENICAMemorial Marino Pađen, international cadet basketball tournament - City Sports HallJune 22 JADRANOVOFeast of Tuna – Waterfront MulinaJune 27 CRIKVENICA“Some New Kids” festival - Terrace of the Esplanade HotelJune 28 – 29 CRIKVENICA2nd Frankopan Days – centreJune 29 BRIBIR“Petrova”, a festive occasion to mark St. Peter and Paul’s Day with popular feast and cultural and entertainment programJune 29 NOVI VINODOLSKI “Some New Kids” festival – Frankopan Square

JULYCRIKVENICA“Ad turres - Antique Crikvenica “exhibition – City Museum of CrikvenicaCRIKVENICA - SELCEThe Night of PrimorjeCRIKVENICA - DRAMALJ - JADRANOVO - SELCEFishermen’s feastNOVI VINODOLSKIFishermen’s feast - Lišanj Hotel, terrace Vrtić, on Tuesdays (20:00)Croatian evening - Lišanj Hotel, terrace Vrtić, on Thursdays (20:00)Wine evenings - Pavlomir, on Fridays ( 20:00) VINODOL MUNICIPALITY 13th Vinodol Summer Evenings - Baroque and folk music concerts in attractive locations of Drivenik old town, Bribir old town, St. Martin’s Church - Grižane, St. Peter and Paul’s Church - Bribir, Church of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary to Elizabeth-Tribalj, St. Dujam’s Church – Drivenik, and squares of Tribalj and Grižane

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July 2 TRIBALJ“Jelisaftina”, the feast day of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary to Elizabeth, festival of folk songs and dances, cultural and entertainment program, soccer tournament July 5 NOVI VINODOLSKI Children Carnival (20:00)July 6 – 7 CRIKVENICADays of the Baroque Cake FrankopanJuly 6 NOVI VINODOLSKI Grand Carnival (20:00)July 11 DRAMALJSea-flavoured melodies – little port PazdehovaJuly 13 – 14 NOVI VINODOLSKI Velebit Channel Regatta, Cruiser Open (10:00)July 13 – 14 SELCE“(Sr)etno Selce” [ (Happy) Ethno Selce] – centreJuly 15 – 16 NOVI VINODOLSKI Homemade is the best, trade fair of domestic product - Frankopan SquareJuly 18 JADRANOVOSea-flavoured melodies – waterfront MulinaJuly 19 NOVI VINODOLSKI Gazde, the tambura band - Pavlomir (20:00)July 19 – 21 NOVI VINODOLSKIFive-a side-soccer tournament (20:00)July 20 – 21 CRIKVENICAAd turres Days – centreJuly 20 – 27 JADRANOVO“Jakovlja 2013” – a festive occasion marking St. James’s DayJuly 21 JADRANOVO Jakov’s Oars – TuneraJuly 26 - 27 NOVI VINODOLSKI Five-a side-soccer tournament, veterans (20:00)July 27 DRAMALJ6th Summer Carnival – little port PazdehovaJuly 27 – 28 NOVI VINODOLSKI Novi Vinodolski Regatta, Optimist, Laser and Laser Radial (10:00)

AUGUSTCRIKVENICA“Ad turres - Antique Crikvenica “exhibition – City Museum of CrikvenicaCRIKVENICA - SELCEThe Nights of PrimorjeCRIKVENICA - DRAMALJ - JADRANOVO - SELCEFishermen’s feast NOVI VINODOLSKIFishermen’s feast - Lišanj Hotel, terrace Vrtić, on

Tuesdays (20:00)Croatian evening - Lišanj Hotel, terrace Vrtić, on Thursdays (20:00)Wine evenings - Pavlomir, on Fridays ( 20:00)

VINODOL MUNICIPALITY 13th Vinodol Summer Evenings - Baroque and folk music concerts in attractive locations of Drivenik old town, Bribir old town, St. Martin’s Church - Grižane, St. Peter and Paul’s Church - Bribir, Church of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary to Elizabeth-Tribalj, St. Dujam’s Church – Drivenik, and squares of Tribalj and GrižaneAugust 1 DRAMALJ Sea-flavoured melodies – little port “Pazdehova”August 2 NOVI VINODOLSKIHarmony-singing group Cambi – PavlomirAugust 3 NOVI VINODOLSKI 8th Fire brigade memorial of Jasmin Filipović – Five-a-side pitch ( 20:00)August 4 NOVI VINODOLSKI Celebration to mark the occasion of Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day (20:00)August 4 SELCETourism Day – centreAugust 8 JADRANOVOSea-flavoured melodies – waterfront MulinaAugust 11 BRIBIR10th Little Rose of Vinodol Contest – Presentation of candidates for the Little Rose of Vinodol Contest ( 21:00) August 14 CRIKVENICAThe Town of Crikvenica Day, entertainment programAugust 15 CRIKVENICA 103rd Swimming Marathon Šilo-Crikvenica

August 15 DRAMALJSea-flavoured melodies – little port PazdehovaAugust 22 DRAMALJ Sea-flavoured melodies –little port PazdehovaAugust 22 NOVI VINODOLSKI Little Rose of Vinodol – Pavlomir (20:00)August 23 – 25 CRIKVENICA“The Sixth World Basketball Cup” - City Sports Hall

August 23 – 24 NOVI VINODOLSKI Little Rose of Vinodol – centre (20:00)August 24.8. CRIKVENICA14th harmony-singing groups’ festival - Hotel “Kaštel”August 24. - 31.8. CRIKVENICA47th Fishermen’s Week – centreAugust 26- 27 NOVI VINODOLSKI Homemade is the best, trade fair of domestic product - Frankopan SquareAugust 29. - 30.8. TRIBALJDays of figs and fishing, an event dedicated to a

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The Little Rose of Vinodol, Novi Vinodolski, Vinodol (August 17 - 24)During the time of the Frankopans, at the end of the grape harvest, the Little Rose used to be chosen among the female pickers in the vineyard– the most beau-tiful and the most diligent girl. Crowned with a wreath made from the grapevine, with the music of some old folk instru-ments, she would lead the parade of pickers to the town. Nowadays, the Little Rose of Vinodol Contest is a great celebra-tion of wine of the Vinodol region. Conte-stants compete in the games in Pavlomir Vineyards and in the Town of New Vinodo-lski. All is accompanied by wine fair, folklo-re and entertainment program

traditional fruit of Vinodol – a figs and to angling - lectures, exhibitions, popular feast, traditional dishes of figs, trade fair and a competition in carp fishing

SEPTEMBER CRIKVENICA“Ad turres - Antique Crikvenica “exhibition – City Museum of CrikvenicaCelebration of the 125th organized tourism

September 7 CRIKVENICA, DRAMALJ, JADRANOVO, SELCECake and Ice Cream Festival

September 13 – 15 CRIKVENICA10th Flower Festival – centre

September 15 CRIKVENICAThe First. XC Bike Marathon – Crikvenica

September 20 – 22 CRIKVENICADays of Squid - centre

September 29 BRIBIR20th Mushroom Week - Lukovo-Ravno (Bribir Wood)

OCTOBER CRIKVENICA“Ad turres - Antique Crikvenica “exhibition – City Museum of CrikvenicaSELCE“Theatre Autumn 2013” – Educational Hall

October 6 NOVI VINODOLSKI Karting – Five-a-side pitch

NOVEMBER CRIKVENICA“Ad turres - Antique Crikvenica “exhibition – City Museum of CrikvenicaSELCE“Theatre Autumn 2013” – Educational HallNovember 9 NOVI VINODOLSKI Vinodol trekNovember 11 GRIŽANE“Martinja”, festivities marking St. Martin’s Day, baptizing new wine , popular feast and cultural and entertainment programNovember 11 NOVI VINODOLSKI“Martinje” festivities marking St. Martin’s Day – centre (11:00)November 25 SELCESelce Day, a festive occasion marking St. Catherine’s Day

DECEMBERDecember 1 CRIKVENICA3rd Adria Advent MarathonDecember 21 SELCEChristmas Tree decoration under the sea- Slana CoveDecember 31 NOVI VINODOLSKI A Toast to New 2014 Year - centre (10:30)

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ISLANDS OF CRES AND LOŠINJIslands of Cres, Lošinj, Ilovik, Susak

Natural and vital for all generations The island of Cres is known as an ecological oasis of Kvarner, the island of untouched nature, picturesque towns and beautiful wild beaches. Cres is an ideal place for energy-boosting, relaxation and coexistence with nature. The island of Lošinj is an island of spices, recovery and vitality. Your vacation will be enriched and dolphins that live here. An ideal place to recharge your batteries and relax in harmony with nature and aromatic spicesand fragrances with a revitalizing effect. More than 1,000 plant species, most of which are medicinal herbs, cover the archipelago. It is a health destination with a mild Mediterranean climate with over 2,500 hours of sunshine per annum. The archipelago abounds in over 1,200 various plants, of which 600 species grow on 17 square kilometers of the island Unije. There are also old olive groves, organically produced olive oil, essential oils, and other gifts of pure na-ture. Visit Cres, Osor, Punta Križa, Valun, Orlec, Beli, Dragozetići, Belej, Lubenice, Martinšćica, Mali Lošinj, Veli Lošinj, Nerezine and Ćunski.

DISCOVER • Bottlenose Dolphins – how to adopt

a bottlenose dolphin at the educati-onal Centre “Plavi svijet” (Blue World) in Veli Lošinj where you will learn about these intelligent animals

• Wives of Lošinj captains – learn the history that has written stories of the fate of Lošinj wives whose husbands spent long years at sea

• Tramuntana –the northern part of Cres is the unspoilt blend of olive trees, stone walls and white flocks of domestic sheep

• 250km of promenades and hiking trails in Lošinj – take an activate par in the unspoilt nature

DO NOT MISS • Apoxiomen - Ancient statue that

was found in the waters of Lošinj is the world rarity. The story and the cast of the antique statue you can see in “Kula” , the Tower in Veli Lošinj.

• Aromatic Garden - learn which me-dicinal herbs grow on Lošinj - try how essential oils, domestic lemon, sage and immortelle can have be-neficial effect on you and breathe deeply in the park forest Čikat on Lošinj with a pine forest that has proven beneficial effects on respira-tory tract.

• The World of Griffon Vulture in the Eco Centre Caput Insulae Beli - vo-lunteers from all over the world come to observe this impressive bird with a wingspan up to 2.8 me-tres plunge into the sunset in Lube-nice

• The Sunset in Lubenice – plunge into the sunset of a magical stone town on the cliff with a famous wild beach at its foot

• National costumes of the island of Susak – enjoy the colours of the costumes and the uniqueness of the sand island renown for the quality of its wine

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ISLANDS OF CRES AND LOŠINJIslands of Cres, Lošinj, Ilovik, Susak

MAYMay 5 LOŠINJ “Muaj“ Nerezine’s festivities of May - Nerezine, Studenac Square (10:30)May 6 – 24 LOŠINJ 7th Days of Ambroz Haračić – Island of LošinjMay 16 – September 24 CRESCroatian sheep products - every TuesdayMay 18 LOŠINJAdventure race PLAC - Island of LošinjMay 25 CRESDays of Vran Lake

JUNEJune 1 CRES“Brudetijada” – brodetto feastJune 1 – 8 CRESSailing Week June 1 LOŠINJ - OSORSt. Gaudentius - Osor

June 1 - 21 LOŠINJ “Must Dive into the Sea” - Island of LošinjJune 2 – 16 CRESDays of CherriesJune 8 LOŠINJ 8th Wind Orchestra Festival - Mali Lošinj, main square (18:00)June 14 – 15 CRESBejski danceJune 21 LOŠINJ Day of Music - Mali Lošinj, main squareJune 24 LOŠINJ St. John the Baptist’s Day – Punta KrižaJune 27 – August 31 CRESCres Cultural Evenings June 28 – 29 ILOVIKSt. Peter and Paul’s Day – Island of Ilovik

JULY CRES - LUBENICELubenice Musical Evenings

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July 1 CRESCroatian Accession to the EUJuly 1 LOŠINJ Dolphin Day - Veli LošinjJuly 5 - September 27 CRES“Creska butega” – Cres fair on FridaysJuly 6 – 7 CRESWoolen Story July 8 – August 26 CRESHarmony-singing groups in Cres on Mondays July 10 – 21 CRESTheatre at Pjaceta July 17 CRES - MARTINŠĆICAMartinšćica Cultural EveningJuly 17 LOŠINJ “Klape na pjacalu” ( Harmony-singing groups at the square) - Mali Lošinj, square in front of the Parish Church (21:30)July 20 CRESSummer CarnivalJuly 22 LOŠINJ St. Mary Magdalene’s Day - Nerezine, Studenac SquareJuly 27 LOŠINJVelo Selo Summer Festivities - Veli Lošinj, portJuly 28 SUSAK Emigrants’ Day – Island of Susak

AUGUSTCRES - LUBENICELubenice Musical Evenings August 2 CRES - MARTINŠĆICAMartinšćica Cultural EveningAugust 3 CRESMartin’s NightAugust 3 – 4 LOŠINJ 31st Lošinj Olympic Regatta – Island of LošinjAugust 4 LOŠINJ Nerezine Summer Games - NerezineAugust 5 – 7 CRES“Semenj”, Cres Fair August 5 LOŠINJ Festivities of Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day - Mali Lošinj, main squareAugust 8 - 15 CRESDays of Figs August 10 CRESValun NightAugust 11 CRESChurch choir from Assisi, guest appearanceAugust 11 LOŠINJ – ISLET KOLUDARAC Nautical concert - Islet of Koludarac, English Cove (16:00)August 13 CRESChurch choir from Assisi, guest appearance

August 15 CRESChurch choir from Assisi, guest appearanceGames at sea with fish feastAugust 15 LOŠINJ The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Mali Lošinj, main squareAugust 17 CRES - MARTINŠĆICAMartinšćica Cultural EveningAugust 21 – 23 LOŠINJ 3rd Lošinj Balcony Festival - Mali Lošinj, port (21:00)August 22 CRESCrescendoAugust 24 CRESTriathlon

SEPTEMBER September 6 – 7 LOŠINJ XIV Lošinj Academy of Natural Contributors to Health, Thalasso-therapy, kinesiology, aromatherapy - Veli Lošinj, spaSeptember 21 CRESCres TrekkSeptember 22- 28 CRESFrane Petrić’s Days September 27 LOŠINJ World Tourism Day - Mali Lošinj

OCTOBEROctober 5 LOŠINJ Sea Bream feast - Mali LošinjOctober 20 LOŠINJ World Car-Free Mobilty Day - Island of LošinjOctober 26 CRESClock Time Feast

NOVEMBERNovember 8 – 10 LOŠINJ Lošinj Regatta for Optimist - Mali Lošinj, Čikat CoveNovember 11 LOŠINJSt. Martin’s Day, The Town of Mali Lošinj Day - Mali Lošinj

DECEMBERDecember 6 LOŠINJ - ĆUNSKI I SUSAKSt. Nicholas’ Day, popular feast - Ćunski and island of SusakDecember 13 LOŠINJ Photography exhibition staged by Photo Club Lošinj: Fiat Lux! - Mali Lošinj, Lošinj Museum, Fritzy Gallery, exhibition preview (18:00)December 26 CRES Christmas Concert December 29 – 30 LOŠINJ 51st New Year’s Spear Fishing Cup – Island of Lošinj

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Lubenice and Osor Musical Evenings (July – August)Lubenice Musical Evenings have been held for thirty years in Lubenice, a 4000-year-old stone town. During July and August the island town turns into a stage with most beautiful melodies of classical music.Osor Musical Evenings is an event dedicated to music by local artists. Osor has premiered more than 300 compositions by Croatian composers.

December 30 LOŠINJ New Year’s swimming on the island of vitality - Mali Lošinj, beach “Veli Žal” (12:00)December 31 LOŠINJ Morning tour - Mali Lošinj, main square (10:00- 13:00)New Year’s Eve Party - Mali Lošinj, main square (22:00)

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ISLAND OF KRKKrk, Baška, Dobrinj, Malinska-Dubašnica, Omišalj, Punat, Vrbnik

Golden IslandThe island of Krk in every way justifies the name - Golden Island. Golden drops of olive oil from the olive groves around Punat, golden sunsets, rich historical heritage as well as well- preserved folklore, and amazing entertainment programs. . All this makes the golden basis of this island. The island of Krk is the cradle of Glagolitic medieval script cherished to this day, the island of the noble Frankopan family. Krk will fascinate you with its beaches, beautiful and diverse nature, small rural towns that have retained the charm of some other time. But there is also a whole range of entertainment options, diving, biking, hiking, water skiing. Krk will also win your heart with its gastronomic delights that, except for oli-ve oil, include the award-winning Krk cheese, prosutto, cottage cheese as well as high-quality indigenous wine Žlahtina. Visit Krk, Baska, Omi-šalj, Baska, Vrbnik, Dobrinj, Šilo, Klimno.

DO NOT MISS • The splendid city of Krk - its name Splendidissima Civitatis Curicta tra-

ces back to Roman times. Discover the old town with Krk Cathedral, Vela placa ( town square) and Kamplin.

• Vela plaža ( Long beach) in Baška – to be at a two-kilometre long beach and swimming in a crystal-clear turquoise sea is a pure delight

• Biserujka Cave – it reveals a rich world of underground karst • The Baska Tablet, the oldest monument of Croatian literacy from the

year 1100 that can be seen in St. Lucy’s Church. Lucy in Jurandvor • Peaceful Košljun – a little island in front of Punat with a Franciscan mo-

nastery which has centuries-old books and rare banknotes. There is also a new archaeological museum

• Vrbnik wineries – Vrbničko polje (Vrbnik field) rewards grapevine growers with best quality grapes for the superior drop of wine

Wine Days of the Island of Krk, Vrbnik (August 30 – 31) The Queen of the Wine Days of the island of Krk is Žlahtina. It is an indigeno-us variety of wine in the region that will delight lovers of good wine with its lightness and gentle flavour. All-day tastings, wine sales, lectures and exhi-bitions with rich cultural and entertainment program will satisfy both wine connoisseurs and amateurs.

DISCOVER • Wakeboarding – Cable-skiing in

Punat • Healing mud - in the Soline Cove

near Dobrinj, apply to skin this he-aling mud, the elixir of youth and health

• How to write Glagolitic letters - learn this script in one of the Glagolitic schools

• A walk along the 200 metre-long Glagolitic Path in Dobrinj and Baška Glagolitic Path near Baška

• The narrowest street in the world - hidden in Vrbnik

• Temple of Venus in Krk - the remains of an ancient temple from the 1st century BC, one of only a dozen in the whole of Europe. The approval for the temple had to be given by the imperial family.

• Secrets of ancient olive-trees and olive oil production on the recreati-onal and educational road Paths of Golden Drops of Krk Treasure

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MAYMay 1 BAŠKAToni Cetinski, concert

May 3 MALINSKA-DUBAŠNICAFishermen’s feast in Malinska – Waterfront Malinska

May 5 – 11 BAŠKABaška in the EU, a festive occasion to mark Croatian accession to the EU, Slovak week of gastronomy and culture, the Slovak Matrix Rijeka guest appearance of singing and folk dance groups Slovenka and the tambura music band “Zametski koreni”

May 6 – 12 MALINSKA-DUBAŠNICADays of Cheese and Sensa, Cheese festival and marking the feast day of Assumption

May 10 – 12 KRKScuba Fest, presenting scuba-diving centres and ecological events of underwater cleaning, underwater biology in Glavotok, Scuba party on Krk waterfront, lectures in the City Hall

May 11 BAŠKAKarma, concert - PaladaMay 12 – 18 BAŠKA Baška in the EU, a festive occasion to mark Croatian accession to the EU – Czech culture and gastronomy week, the Czech Beseda guest appearance with folk society ŠkubanekMay 17 – 19 KRKSpring on Wheels, presentation of vehicles for sport and leisure time on the Krk waterfront, recreational cycling, bike partyMay 23 PUNAT Installations, an art exhibition preview of Dr. Marin Krstulović and prof. Gordan Schneider’s works - Toš Gallery (20.30)May 24- 25 PUNAT29th Croatia’s Cup, an international sailing regatta May 26 - June 1 BAŠKABaška in the EU, a festive occasion to mark Croatian accession to the EU – German-Bavarian culture and gastronomy week

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May 26 MALINSKA-DUBAŠNICA“Đir po Dubašnici” (Dubašnica Tour), 8th cycling eventMay 31 – June 1 MALINSKA-DUBAŠNICAMalinska Rocks, Austrian and Croatian rock bands’ show - Waterfront Malinska

JUNEKRKTo St. Quirinus as a Gift - Krk waterfrontBeach balance, daily entertainment, recreational and sporting events – Dražica BeachJune7 MALINSKA-DUBAŠNICAFishermen’s Feast in Malinska – Waterfront Malinska (from “Fischerfest” changed to Fishermen’s feast in agreement with Nediljka)June 8 – 15 BAŠKA Baška in the EU, a festive occasion to mark Croatian accession to the EU – Italian culture and gastronomy week, guest appearance of Cultural Club Fratellanza, Virtuosos Fiumani mandolin concert June 13 – 16 PUNATOur ancestors’ dishes - Feast of macaroni, presentations of handmade macaroni and tasting - Punat restaurantsJune 15 KRKFeast of Presnac - Kornić, squareJune 15- 16 PUNAT 49th Krk Festival of Folk Songs and Dances - Vela placa (the town square at 20:00)June 16 – 21 BAŠKABaška in the EU, a festive occasion to mark Croatian accession to the EU – Hungarian culture and gastronomy week, Balatonfüred Nèptànc Eqyesület’s show June 21 – 28 OMIŠALJ Public Theatre Festival June 21 PUNAT MIK – Melodies of Istria and Kvarner Festival - Vela placa (the town square at 21:00)June 21 VRBNIKWorld Music DayJune 22 – 29 BAŠKA Baška in the EU, a festive occasion to mark Croatian accession to the EU – Polish culture and gastronomy week, an exhibition of 100 years of Polish sport in the Diaspora, program: “28 stelle”June 22 STARA BAŠKAKrajan’s Night - Reveille, brass band at 9 am, Popular feast, Matko Jelavic & Tabako band - - Lučica (20:00)June 24 VRBNIKFeast day of St. John the Baptist, solemn Mass in the Old Slavic language - Parish church ( 10:30 am)VKD Frankopan, folk group show of folk songs and dances - Placa (11:30)Music program – Škujica Square ( 21:00)June 28 - July 4 KRKFriends of the Sea, an exhibition of great Croatian photographers from the ‘50s - the Krk waterfront

June 29 – 30 VRBNIKŽlahtina Festival, The Day of Open Cellars and the feast day of Sts. Peter and PaulJune 30 - July 7 BAŠKABaška in the EU, a festive occasion to mark Croatian accession to the EU – Baška culture and gastronomy weekJune 30 PUNAT“Barufe va Dragi”, an international event, Croatian accession to the EU - Waterfront, Forcola-Kostel-Punat (18:00)

JULY KRKBeach balance, daily entertainment, recreational and sporting events – Dražica BeachBoat bookstore, selling exhibition of books, cultural and entertainment program in the evening - the Krk waterfront Popular festivities - in Kornić, Dunat, Glavotok, Linardići, Milohnići, Brzac, Pinezići and VrhJuly 2 PUNAT Evening of international folk songs and dances, China & Argentina - Obala-bina (Waterfront –stage at 21:00)July 4 - 7 PUNAT14th five-a-side soccer tournament – Primary School FKF Punat playground (18:00 – 24:00)July 6 – August 24 KRK57th Krk Summer PerformancesJuly 12 – 14 PUNATMerry Punat Nights, popular festivities – bus station (21:00)July 14 – 21 VRBNIKDays of Surlic, a specal selection of dishes with pasta “surlic” prepared in various ways- restaurants and konobas (taverns)July 18 BAŠKA-JURANDVOR “Masters of Words”, an evening of poetry and chansons - in front of St. Lucy’s Church in Jurandvor (21:00)July 18 OMIŠALJ Evening of Ancient Cuisine - Mirine - FulfinumJuly 20 MALINSKA-DUBAŠNICASt. Apollinaire’s Day, festivities to mark the Municipality Day of Malinska-Dubašnica - Malinska, BogovićiJuly 22 – 25 OMIŠALJ-NJIVICEFertinates Jazz FestivalJuly 24 KRKCroatia Open 2013, international competition in orienteering July 26 – 27 MALINSKA-DUBAŠNICAMalinska Night, fishermen’s feast - Malinska portJuly 27 PUNATTime for Jazz & Blues, a concert staged by new still unknown bands – Waterfront ( 21:00)July 28 – August 3 KRK22nd Summer Glagolitic School - National ethnographic collection Kornić6th Summer Mosaic School – St. Donatus’ Church

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AUGUST KRKBeach balance, daily entertainment, recreational and sporting events – Dražica BeachPopular festivities - in Kornić, Dunat, Glavotok, Linardići, Milohnići, Brzac, Pinezići and VrhAugust 1 DOBRINJOld crafts, all-day long presentation, harmony-singing group Cambi’s show (20:00)August 2- 4 BAŠKA Traditional Fishermen’s Day August 3 DOBRINJ“Stipanja” , a feast day of St. Stephen, Dobrinj Day- Solemn Mass in Old Slavic language at 10:30 am, presentation of old crafts throughout the day, folk songs and dances staged by folk groups from the Municipality of Dobrinj, evening of entertainment with Mladen GrdovićAugust 3 PUNATFishermen’s Days, The Lady Luna Group – Waterfront (20:00)August 4 DOBRINJOpen Chess Championship of the Municipality of Dobrinj – Kras (16:00)August 5 PUNAT Evening of folk songs and dances staged by Cultural Club - Waterfront (21:30)August 8 BAŠKAHarmony-singing group Maslina from Šibenik, concert - Palada, Stara riva (Old Pier) August 8 – 10 KRKKrk Fair - LovrečevaAugust 9 DOBRINJKvarner Cross, recreational race - Čižići (19:00)August 10 PUNATEvening of local canzone, Marjana Bobuš & harmony-singing group “Rašketa” & children’s harmony-singing group “Puntarke” – Vela placa ( town square at 21:00)August 15 KRKKrk Sail, regatta of old vessels, entertainment program int he evening – tke Krk waterfrontAugust 16 OMIŠALJ “Stomorina”, a traditional feast in OmišaljAugust 16 ŠILOSt. Rocco’s Day - - Reveille with brass band at 7 am, pulling “migavica” fishnet and sharing fish and a glass of wine to all visitors, the procession from Polje at 18:15, High Mass in the Church in Šilo, evening entertainment with Jole, fireworks at midnightAugust 17- 20 BAŠKA-JURANDVORBaška International Guitar Festival, performances by well-known domestic and foreign masters of different guitar styles, gypsy swing, finger-style, blues rock and classical music - Jurandvor

August 17 – 18 MALINSKA-DUBAŠNICA15th Dubašnica Cup, regatta for Cruisers - MalinskaAugust 17 PUNATSlovenian Night, bands Zapeljivke & Lamour – Waterfront ( 20:00)August 24 KRKKrk Open, regatta for Cruisers – Krk watersAugust 24 PUNATTambura Band Festival - Waterfront ( 20:00)August 29 – 31 OMIŠALJ Big Om, angling competitionAugust 30- 31 VRBNIKDays of Wine of the Iisland of Krk - Vrbnik 2013,wine- tasting and wine sales, lectures and the exhibition with rich cultural and entertainment programAugust 31 – September 1 KRKDays of Figs, gastronomic program – restaurants, selling exhibition of fig products with entertainment program – Vela placa (Town Square)

SEPTEMBERKRKPopular feasts – in Kornić, Dunat, Glavotok, Linardići, Milohnići, Brzac, Pinezići and VrhBodul Bike, guided recreational cyclingSeptember 7 PUNAT12th Evening of harmony Singing - Vela placa (Town Square), waterfront (20:00)September 8 NJIVICENativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary – traditional festivities in NjiviceSeptember 27 MALINSKA-DUBAŠNICAFischerfest (Fishermen’s Feast) in Malinska – Waterfront Malinska

OCTOBEROctober 1 – 6 PUNAT18th Days of Olive and Honey – Punat restaurantsOctober 4 – 9 KRKThe Story of the Cristo Ressussitato Galley, a special program marking the 442nd anniversary of the Battle of LepantoOctober 13 PUNAT2nd Bycicle Race “Win the Black Pearl”

DECEMBER December 13 – 24 MALINSKA-DUBAŠNICADays of Codfish - Malin Hotel December 30 MALINSKA-DUBAŠNICAChristmas and New Year’s Concert – St. Apollinaire’s Church

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ISLAND OF RAB Rab, Lopar

DISCOVER • Barrens of the island of Goli - not the infamous

Alcatraz, but one of the most infamous prisons in Europe after World War II

• Amazing shapes created by nature - geological park Geopark Rab that covers a range of different geomorphological sites. Start from Lopar to take the Premužić Path and then Rab-Maman Path.

• The best view – you will have to climb to 408 me-tre- high Kamenjak hill. However, it is really worth it!

• Where the British King Edward VIII and his beloved Wallis Simpson used to bathe on the peninsula Fr-kanj in 1936. They got the permission of the city authorities to swim naked and thus, sowed “seeds of nudism”

DO NOT MISS • To peek into the nooks and crannies of the histo-

ric stone town - allow yourself to feel the beauty of four bell towers, Rab Cathedral from the 12th century, the Upper and Middle Street, Knežev dvor, the Town Lodge

• To sail into the stories and legends of Rab – like those of the shepherdess Draga and Kalifront

Happy Island – Felix ArbaNoble, proud, emerald ... All of this is the island of Rab. Felix Arba or happy island as Rab was called by the Romans. Is the flattering epithet that has been attri-buted only to two cities on the entire Croatian coast... Find out why! Surreal panorama of the old town of Rab with its recognizable 4 bell towers stretching above its skyline, many patrician houses, Crossbow contests of the medieval knights even nowadays are vivid and alive in the stone town of Rab. Moreover, the emerald island fascinates with its blend of stone landscapes that remind of the lunar surface, centuri-es-old holm oak forests and fertile fields where its in-habitants still nowadays cultivate indigenous varieti-es of vegetables. The island is surrounded by some of the most beautiful beaches on the Adriatic, and CNN declared the beach “ Sahara” in Lopar as the world’s top destination for nudists. Visit the town of Rab, Lopar, Kampor Supetarska Dra-ga, Barbat, Banjol,, Mundanije and Palit.

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• To rest in a green protected Komrčar forest park that continues the historic town of Rab

• To feel the warm sun and sand of Rajska plaža (Paradise Beach) - an award-winning sandy be-ach in Lopar is ideal for families with children

• To enjoy the domestic organically-grown pro-ducts of local producers – products of laven-der, honey, honey brandy and the finest ho-memade chocolate

MAY May 4 - 5 RABDays of Sailing on the Island of Rab 2013, “Catch the Wind“regatta for Cruisers – regatta and programs in the waters of Rab May 9 RABThe Town of Rab Day, special programKnights’ tournament by the Rab Crossbow Association – St. Christopher’s Square (20:30)May 16 - 19 LOPARAlpe Adria fest – opening the bathing season May 19- 25 RABArt Colony ParadisoMay 25.5. RABThe 12th exhibition “Rab Sheep” – Campsite Padova III (16:00)

JUNE June 1 RABRab Visual Art Summer, exhibition preview of Lada Sega’s Ambient Installations, “Island Break“ - The Knežev dvor gallery (21:00)June 4 - 7 LOPARSand Sculpture Festival

June 7 – 9 RABDays of DVD Rab Brass Band Music: our first hundred years June 8 RABThe fifth Rab Triathlon - start in front of the Padova Hotel ( 13:00)June 15 – 16 LOPARInternational tennis veterans’ tournament “Sun Adria Cup 2013” – ZRC LoparJune 15 – 16 RABEx tempore visual arts “Felix Arba“ – along the old town International tennis veterans’ tournament “Sun Adria Cup 2013” – tennis courts all over the island June 17 – 23 LOPAR“Krumpirfest” (potato festival) - Days of Lopar potatoes June 20 – 26 RABArt Colony ParadisoJune 25 RABStatehood Day, a special program to mark the occasion Knights’ tournament by the Rab Crossbow Association – St. Christopher’s Square (20:30)June 27 RABCeremonial opening of Rab Musical Evenings, a concert staged by DVD Rab Brass Band Music, marking their 100th anniversary – venue: St. John the Baptist’s (21:00)

JULYJuly 4 RABRab Musical Evenings - Church of the Holy Cross (21:00) July 5 – 7 RAB“Rab – the Centre of the World“ – Puppetry Workshops for children - Pjaceta (19:00 and 20:00)July 11 RABRab Musical Evenings - Church of the Holy Cross (21:00) July 13 LOPARFishermen’s feast with catered entertainment program, fireworks... – in front of Paradise Beach ( 20:00-24:00)July 18 LOPARSamba Festival Lopar 2013 – Paradise Beach (20:00)July 18 RABRab Musical Evenings - Church of the Holy Cross (21:00) July 24 RABRab Musical Evenings - Church of the Holy Cross (21:00) July 25 RABRab Fair, St. James’s Day – Ceremonial opening of the twelfth Rab Fair – St. Christopher Square ( 21:30)July 26 RABRab Fair, St. Anna’s Day – Mediaeval fair of craftsmanship and workshops – Liberty Square and Kaldanac (21:00)July 27 RABRab Fair, St. Christopher’s Day, the patron saint of the Town of Rab; Procession with the relics of St..

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Rab Fair, Rab (July 25 – 27)The return to distant mediaeval past is possible by taking part in a memorable event Rab Fair. History, culture, tradi-tion, old skills and knowledge are intertwined in the staging of life of the famous Felix Arba in the 14th century and the festival which was then conceived. Rab Fair begins with a spectacular opening parade of Rab Crossbowmen, city gents and folk, and the second day of artisans spread out along the stone streets of the town to show the an-cient crafts and workshops. All culminates the last day with the Knights’ tournament in honour of St. Christopher’s Day. In this mediaeval contest of Rab Knights, Rab Crossbowmen measure their firm hand and a sharp eye by han-dling a genuine crossbow.

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Christopher - the Cathedral of the Assumption (9:00); Knights’ tournament marking St. Christopher’s Day (21:00); Fireworks – Rab port (24:00); Entertainment program till small hours –Municipium Arba Square (00:10) July 30 RABBookstore Ship, the Ship of Culture 2013 - Municipium Arba Square / City Library / Summer cinema

AUGUST August 1 RABRab Musical Evenings – Church of the Holy Cross (21:00) August 8 RABRab Musical Evenings - Church of the Holy Cross (21:00) August 13 LOPAR “Lopar Night”, presenting traditional customs and crafts of LoparAugust 15 RABFeast of the Assumption, Patroness of the Parish Church RabKnights’ tournament by the Rab Crossbow Association – St. Christopher’s Square (20:30)Rab Musical Evenings - Church of the Holy Cross (21:00) August 15 – 17 RABRab summer festival - Vela riva (waterfront - 22:00)August 20 LOPARFishermen’s feast - Lopar port ( 20:00)August 20 RABOpening of the third organ festival “Petar Nakić“ – the Cathedral of the Assumption (21:00) August 22 RABRab Musical Evenings - Church of the Holy Cross (21:00) August 24 RABThe 13th Rab Swimming Marathon – marathon start and finish on the walkway of Fr Odorik Badurina, Ban’s villa (15:00)August 29 RAB Rab Musical Evenings - Church of the Holy Cross (21:00)

SEPTEMBER September 5 RABRab Musical Evenings - Church of the Holy Cross (21:00) September 8 LOPARFeast of the Nativity of Our Lady - Pilgrimage to Church

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of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mass, folk festival in a tent, entertainment, rich food and beverages, bocce tournament and indoor soccer, a rich merchant offer ... September 12 RABRab Musical Evenings, closing ceremony - Church of the Holy Cross (21:00) September 13 – 19 RABArt Colony ParadisoSeptember 14 RABThe sixth harmony-singing festival “Rapske vedute“ - The Open Air Theatre (19:00)September 27 RABNight of the explorers on the island – around the old town (18:00)September 28 LOPARAdventure trekking “Rab Adventure Challenge 2013”September 28 RABAdventure trekking “Rab Adventure Challenge 2013“ – all day long around the island

OCTOBER October 1 – 4 RABRab Eco-Week October 5 RABKanata, entertainment marking the end of eco- week and the end of eco tourism season October 5 – 6 RABOptimist Regatta “St. John”, regatta for children, Optimist class - Rab waters

NOVEMBER November 23 LOPARRab Trekking 2013November 23 RABRab Trekking 2013 – all day long around the island

DECEMBER December 6 RABFeast of St. Nicholas, the Day of Sailors and Passengers, a program to mark the occasion organized by Rab Navigation at City Lodge (10:00 am)December 28 RABChristmas Concert - the Cathedral of the Assumption (19:30)December 29 RABChristmas - New Year’s Concert staged by DVD Rab Brass Band - in one of the hotels (18:00)December 31 RABNew Year’s Eve, bidding goodbye to the old year Santa Paratrooper’s Landing - welcome to Moto Clauses - Vela Riva (waterfront at 10:00)Entertainment program - Municipium Arba Square (11:00)New Year’s Eve Party - Municipium Arba Square (22:00)

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GORSKI KOTAR Fužine, Čabar, Delnice, Vrbovsko, Lokve, Ravna Gora, Skrad, Mrkopalj, Brod Moravice

Green Heart of KvarnerGorski Kotar is full of natural attractions, lakes, caves, flora and fauna. It provides a sense of peace in all se-asons. In winter you can enjoy skiing or a sleigh ride, in summer, enjoy the warm summer days and cool nights. You can enjoy the highland peaks in less than a half-hour drive from the sea. Hamlet surrounded by fresh pine forests, mountain springs and streams, rocks chained with canyons, lakes, ideal for a boat ride or kayak. Walk, hike and trek…Start out in the fresh air!Visit Delnice, Fužine, Čabar, Vrbovsko, Ravna Gora, Lo-kve, Skrad, Mrkopalj, Brod Moravice.

DISCOVER • World of animals – Gorski kotar forests are home to

many protected species. Brown bear, wolf and lynx are just some of them

• The highest fir tree of Gorski Kotar over 40metres high - the park forest Golubinjak near Lokve with trimmed trails and caves Ledena and Golubinja

• Rafting and canoeing on the river Kupa – down-stream the green-blue rapids

• Magical ride on the eco-boat on Bajer Lake - have a look of Fužine from the lake

• Grandmother’s linen and grandfather ‘s tool - in a lot of ethno-collections and preserved ancient Gorski kotar ethnic houses

• milk and cheese of happy cows that freely graze in forest clearings

• Fishing and hunting

DO NOT MISS • Natural treasures of Risnjak National Park - only 15 kilometres away by air,

covering 6400 acres, near the central part of Risnjak, it includes the mo-untain range Snježnik and the natural monument - the source of the river Kupa with its upper course

• Wild nature of Bijele i Samarske Stijene (White and Samarske Cliffs) - the only strict reserve in Kvarner with numerous sinkholes, rocks and stone towers

• Special reserve Vražji prolaz (Devil’s Pass) and Zeleni vir (Green Whirlpool - near Skrad, the two-metre wide canyon of Vražji cut into the cliffs hun-dreds of meters high – above the source of Zeleni vir there are a 70-metre high cliffs and a waterfall

• Frankopan Castles – in Čabar, Brod na Kupi, Severin and Stara Sušica

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MAY BROD MORAVICE15th hike through the canyon of the river Kupa PREZIDCompetition in the FILD – archery competition SKADMay Day Bonfire - Meeting with the spring in Zeleni vir, cultural and tourist event - Green Heart of Gorski KotarMay 1 BROD MORAVICEMarried-unmarried, a traditional football match and women’s bocce tournament May 1 – 12 RAVNA GORAAntiques Festival “From the Grandma’s Chest,”, the exhibition preview of photographs, old objects and narratives; Gathering of Croatian primary schools in Louisiana and Carolina, Trekking from Louisiana to Carolina: Skrad-Skradski vrh-Javorova kosa-Old Sušica Castle, re-enactment of old customs, antiques fair , cultural and entertainment program in the Cultural Hall May 3 MRKOPALJMunicipality Day of MrkopaljMay 25 FUŽINEIn honour of Henrik and Dado, traditional event in memory of the fallen Croatian defenders, Ausswinkl musicians and other guests – Cultural Hall (19:30)May 26 DELNICE9th Novi List Cross along the Kupa valley

JUNE DELNICE International Festival of Folk Songs and Dances, Festival of Gorski kotar folk groupsPark on, the opening of the summer season in the Park of King Tomislav XIV Gorski kotar’s old-timer rallySKRADGorski kotar Bicycle Tour - Concert on the occasion of Croatian Statehood DayJune 1 FUŽINE - VRATA9th International German Shepherd meetingJune 7 LOKVE34th Convocation of Gorski kotar sculpture workshop June 8 DELNICE9th trekking “Risnjak Mountain Trek“June 8 PLATAKAdventure raceJune 13 FUŽINESt. Anthony’s Day, feast day of the patron saint of Fužine, Municipality Day, Parish Day and School Fužine Day, holy Mass in Church of St. Anthony of Padua June 16 FUŽINE5th international semi-marathon “Three Lakes”, the race of pre-school and school children – Fužine centre (10:00)

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June 23 RAVNA GORAElderberry day, tasting elderberry products, trade fair of souvenirs, and local homemade products, lectures Touring the second part of mountain trail of Ravna Gora Ravna Gora Cycling June 24 DELNICEThe Town and Parish Day of Delnice – The Kupa riverside bike race along the tracks Zrinski and Frankopan, historical walk through the parkJune 29 CRNI LUGSt. Peter’s Day in Crni LugJune 29 FUŽINE5th Strawberry Day, a tourist and gastronomic event, walking tour of trails and strawberry plantations, exhibition and tasting of strawberry products (10:00)June 29 VRBOVSKO - KAMAČNIKMushroom event of Kamačnik – competition in mushroom picking, quantity and sorts as well as competition in preparing mushroom stew.

JULY ČABAR - KOZJI VRHTraditional herbalists’ meeting, the members of “Trbuhovica” and their fans from Croatia and SloveniaDELNICEXIV Polane in the wake of Gorski Kotar antiques, the show of Gorski kotar’s old customs related to mowing, log sawing, boring etc. Park Rock 9, Open-Air Rock Festival Summer on Louisiana and Carolina SKRADRaspberry Festival – Competition in old sports July 6 FUŽINEFužine sailing regatta for classes Optimist and Laser 4.7, Bajer LakeJuly 6 LOKVE14th Pensioners’ Meeting in GolubinjakJuly 7 DELNICE“Good Reason for Razloge“, St. Peter’s Day of Razloge and hiking to the Kupa source July 7 FUŽINE-LIČ5th Lavender Day, visiting lavender plantations, trade fair of souvenirs and local productsJuly 7 MRKOPALJ-SUNGERSt. Cyril’s Day – Sunger pilgrimage July 8 – 12 ČABAR9th Summer School of Creativity for children and young people July 12- 14 FUŽINE Frogstock, traditional bikers’ gathering – Vrelo resortJuly 13 RAVNA GORASummer in the Mountains, the days of tourism – five-a side soccer tournament - a concert of popular music entertainers

Blueberry Day, opening of the blueberry season, a giant blueberry strudel The second Gorski Kotar Liquor Feast, evening of Gorski kotar liquorsJuly 14 LIČLavender Art, Ex tempore on the lavender plantations OPG Plesničar: painting on the topic of lavender, plantation tour and tasting lavender products in LičJuly 17 - 25 DELNICEThe Second Kotar Theatre FESTJuly 20 DELNICEThe First Trail Running Race “Risnjak Trail 2013“July 20- 21 DELNICEX Swimming Meeting “The Kupa Upstream” and

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Fruits of the Mountains – Gorski kotar (June 23 – October 13)Fruits of the Mountains events start on Elderberry Day to make it through the summer and part of the autumn in pla-ces of Gorski Kotar with events dedicated to the finest fruits of nature. There will be days of strawberry, lavender, blue-berry, herbs, mushrooms, pears, potatoes and apples. Visi-tors will have a chance to taste the delicacies from the finest fruits, hike along the nature trails and planters and enjoy the entertainment programs

Triathlon on the Kupa River

July 20 RAVNA GORAPan Festival, festival of choirs and harmony-singing groups in the forest – preparing venison goulash for festival participants and guests

July 20 – 25 SKRADKotar Theatre FEST

July 21 LOKVEAngling competition and socializing

July 21 RAVNA GORAPilgrimage to Božji studenac (God’s Well) whose waters are believed to be healing for the eyes, Tour of Ravna Gora mountain trail, socializing at Javorova kosa

July 22 BROD NA KUPIParish Day of Brod na Kupi, St. Mary MagdaleneJuly 23 – 28 DELNICECroatia open, International Championship in orienteering July 27 VRBOVSKO Sport Summer in Vrbovsko – cycling, recreational cycling and cycling marathon, Cross race “Jelenski jarak” (Deer Ditch), cross race for kids, duathlon, awardsJuly 28 FUŽINE Zumbathon - Charity event, zumba groups from all over Croatian, DJ night on the playground (19:00)July 28 LOKVEFestive occasion marking St. Anna’s Day

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AUGUST BROD MORAVICEBrod Moravice Open Chess Championship, a traditional tournament with a rich stock awards and performance of top chess masters and grandmastersDELNICEPicnic on PotokRock PotokFestival of heligonka-players and small instrument bandsPREZIDAdriatic Cup - 3D Adriatic Cup, archery competitionSKRADSporting Day in Skradska Draga – Festive occasion marking the Municipality Day of Skrad – Pilgrimage to Skradski vrh and Holy Mass in the Chapel of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Visual arts exhibition – St. Bernard, the patron saint of mountaineers and adventurers, touring Skrad trails and holy Mass in Zeleni Vir Woodrock, rock concertAugust 3 DELNICEX Moto meeting August 4 LOKVEWalking around the lakeAugust 5 DELNICEOld-timer rally “Following the Trail of the 138th Brigade of the Croatian Army“Chess Championship of the Kupa ValleyAugust 5 GEROVOFestive occasion to mark Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day, feast day of Our Lady of the Snows and the Day of Lumberjacks and Foresters of Čabar, revival of old customs in LividragaAugust 5 LIČPara Lič, competition in gliding and hang-gliding, concert and entertainment program in Lič field Traditional pilgrimage, holy Mass and spiritual music concert, Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Mary of the Snow, Lič (11:00)August 5 MRKOPALJ˝Oluja˝ (Storm), a traditional tourist -civic event with old folk sportsAugust 9 - 11 GEROVOCroatia’s Cup, competition in long-distance riding in LividragaAugust 10 FUŽINE Concert staged by the Oberkreiner group “Ausswinkl musicians” – Playground Fužine (20:30)August 10 LOKVE “Crna krota“, rock eventAugust 12- 18 LOKVEMunicipality and Parish Days of Lokve August 15 BEGOVO RAZDOLJE The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Pilgrimage to Begovo Razdolje

August 16 - 18 BROD MORAVICEAlong with a festive occasion marking Brod Moravice Day, within three days of the municipal festivities, traditionally planned are competitions, Open Chess Championship, 25th traditional bocce tournament, 4th Brod Moravice cycling, popular feast and fun-dance evening August 17 DELNICEThe Third Furman’s DayAugust 17 FUŽINE Concert program by Accordion Orchestra “Sanfona” Vienna - Playground Fužine (20:30)August 24 FUŽINE 16th Brass Band Festival - Playground Fužine (19:00)August 24 – 25 MRKOPALJ˝Agility Mrkopalj 2013˝, 7th Croatian Championship round of the dog competition August 25 LOKVETrekking RisnjakAugust 31 DELNICEXII Traditional international basketball tournament “The Kupa 2013”

SEPTEMBERDELNICEPark off, closing of the summer season in King Tomislav’s ParkLOKVE Louisiana fairytale - Tour “Trails of Caves”MRKOPALJOur Lady of 7 Sorrows – Mrkopalj pilgrimage SKRADThe second meeting of mushroom-pickers September 6 – 8 FUŽINE6th World Cup in underwater orienteering - Lake Lepenica September 6 – 8 GEROVOThe three-day pilgrimage to mark the feast day of the Nativity of Our Lady – Sveta gora (the Holy Mountain)September 6 – 8 RAVNA GORA10th jubilee festival of chamber music, classical music concerts, 10 artists, eminent names from Croatia and abroadSeptember 7 SEVERIN NA KUPISeverin evening, St. Michael’s Day in Severin – traditions and customs of Severin region, a number of staging and tastingSeptember 8 DELNICELouisiana Bicycle RideSeptember 14 BROD MORAVICE15th Golden Cauldron, traditional competition in preparing venison stew in open fire cook potsSeptember 14 FUŽINE “Ke smo sad”, Fužine Band Festival – Cultural Hall Fužine

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September 14 - 15 RAVNA GORAMushroom Days, a tour of mountain trails at Javorova kosa in search of mushrooms, detection and mushroom exhibition, tasting mushroom specialties, trade fair of souvenirs and local products, an omelette made of 1,000 eggs with mushrooms Gastro evening presenting Gorski kotar caterers and guestsSeptember 15 DELNICEThe 60th anniversary of NP RisnjakSeptember 22 ČABARPear Day, trade show and tasting foods and beverages made of pears, entertainment programSeptember 28 BROD MORAVICE9th Plum Day, a tourist and traditional event based on the preservation of traditional customs and preparing local products, plum-brandy distilling and plum products tasting prepared in local style.September 29 DELNICEApple Day

OCTOBER BROD MORAVICE4th tambura festival October 4 – 6 ČABARDormouse Days, preparing and tasting dormouse dishes October 5 FUŽINE Potato Day, competition in preparing potato goulash, tasting potato specialities, a trade fair of local products and souvenirs, choir concert, an exhibition of small animals – Playground Fužine (9:00)October 6 LIČPomegranate Day, a tour of Lič field, picking pomegranates, tasting pomegranate productsOctober 12 - 13 VRBOVSKOPumpkin event, an exhibition of indigenously-grown food, old customs and crafts - a rich cultural program, staging old customs and crafts, a number of exhibitors of indigenously-grown food, food-tasting and the selection of the smallest, the most interesting and the heaviest pumpkin – Golden Beehive, competition of honey-makers –Gorski kotar symphony, Golden bucket award, the best cheese prize-awardOctober 19 RAVNA GORARavna Gora evening, the central celebration of Municipality and Parish Day of Ravna Gora, the prize-awarding ceremony for the most beautiful garden in the eco-event “Nigdar ni blu istu zamazanu i čistu“ (Never has it been the same clean or dirty) , the cultural and artistic event, a variety of shows and evening entertainmentOctober 26 RAVNA GORAYouth to youth, Marijas –a card game tournament, a concert staged by young bands

October 31 LOKVE Halloween

NOVEMBER SKRADA word of Gorski kotar through song and dance November 11 VRBOVSKO St, Martin’s Day, a traditional St. Martin’s fair and a ritual of baptizing new wine November 16 BROD MORAVICE“The Kupa connects us“, The second international event

DECEMBER DELNICEVIII Boxing NightChristmas ConcertSKRADFestive occasion to mark St. Nicholas’ Day - Memorial of Josip Blazević Blaž, a bowling tournament – Gorski kotar Fair - Christmas Concert - New Year’s Eve partyDecember 5 RAVNA GORASt. Nicholas’ symbolical gift-giving of sweets and rods to childrenDecember 6 DELNICEIce skating opening season, sports and entertainment on the ice December 8 VRBOVSKOVrbovsko winter evening, staging Gorski kotar winter evenings in tradition, songs and homemade dishes Golden beehives, a competition in selecting honey of the highest quality December 21 LOKVEAdvent in Lokve, Christmas Concert – 3rd Christmas Charity Concert December 24 - 27 BROD MORAVICEChristmas Concert staged by Cultural Club Lipica – St. NicholasDecember 24 RAVNA GORAChristmas Eve in Ravna Gora, Christmas Fairytale, singing Christmas carols, decorating Christmas tree, the arrival of Santa Claus, making a big snowman with an offer of mulled wine and tea December 24 VRATATraditionally decorating Christmas tree all together accompanied with mulled wineDecember 28 FUŽINE Traditional New Year’s Concert staged by Fužine Music Band– Cultural Hall (19:00)

December 31 FUŽINE13th Farewell to the Old Year in the open - Fužine Centre, on the playground, at 11 am New Year’s Eve party – Cultural Hall (20:00)December 31 MRKOPALJNew Year’s Eve party in the open

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