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Advent Zagreb

29/11/2025 - 7/1/2026

  • 2016 best christmas market award
  • 2017 best christmas market award
  • 2018 best christmas market award
Advent Calendar
28.11.2025 - 04.01.2026
Advent at Zagreb City Museum
"Adorned" Advent in the Zagreb City Museum
ARTvent
29.11.2025 - 07.01.2026
Advent in House of Cartoons Oto Reisinger
Advent at the House of Cartoons – humor, creativity, and family warmth
MUSEUMS, MAYBE
29.11.2025 - 07.01.2026
Old Zagreb Tour
A unique ride in a retro car through festive Zagreb
FAMILY ADVENTure
29.11.2025 - 07.01.2026
Santa's Horse Carriage Ride
Unforgettable ride in Santa's carriage
FAMILY ADVENTure
29.11.2025 - 31.12.2025
Advent at the Travel Experience Museum
VR and AR experience at the Advent in the Travel Experience Museum
MUSEUMS, MAYBE
01.12.2025 - 31.12.2025
Advent at the Museum of Laughter - HaHaHouse
The Quirkiest Advent in HOHOHOuse
MUSEUMS, MAYBE
01.12.2025 - 11.01.2026
Exhibition of Holiday Chocolate Editions
Nostalgic exhibition of the Zagreb Chocolate Museum
MUSEUMS, MAYBE
04.12.2025 - 06.01.2026
Advent in the Museum of Lost Tales
In the Museum of Lost Tales, winter takes on a magical form
MUSEUMS, MAYBE
05.12.2025 - 31.12.2025
Advent in New Wave Museum
MUSEUMS, MAYBE
05.12.2025 - 31.12.2025
Christmas story at Ethnographic Museum
In the Ethnographic Museum, Advent is a time of joy and creativity for the whole family.
ARTvent
09.12.2025 - 08.02.2026
Nenad Sovilj: (2 + 2) x 5
The exhibition "(2+2) x 5" celebrates 20 years of Nenad Sovilj's artistic creativity, combining jewellery forms, historical perspective and philosophical thought.
ARTvent
13.12.2025 - 30.12.2025
ZagreBal
Ball on the Upper Town
JINGLE ALL THE WAY
15.12.2025 18:30
Nutcracker on ice - Ice Park
The most renowned and sought-after winter ballet, enriched with impressive lighting and special effects, accompanied by the enchanting music of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, will delight all visitors of the Ice Park.
JINGLE ALL THE WAY
17.12.2025
Advent Open House Zagreb
Advent Open House Zagreb: secrets of the city's architecture
JINGLE ALL THE WAY
17.12.2025 16:30 - 17.12.2025 17:00
Advent Under the Lantern
Advent under the Lantern in the Upper Town
JOLLY MELODIES
18.12.2025 17:30
Tram Flash Mob
Music suddenly – a flash mob sings Advent in the tram
JOLLY MELODIES
18.12.2025 18:00
Teatrino klincolino
Magic for the youngest
FAMILY ADVENTure
18.12.2025 19:00 - 18.12.2025 19:35
Advent symphony of the city
Advent Symphony of Zagreb
JOLLY MELODIES
18.12.2025 19:30
10th Festival of Advent and Christmas Songs in Zagreb
10th Advent Festival of the Musica nota Association
JOLLY MELODIES
19.12.2025 16:15 - 19.12.2025 16:45
Zagreb Advent Postcards
Pop-up Advent concerts by Quartet Vox
JOLLY MELODIES
19.12.2025 19:00 - 19.12.2025 22:00
Advent Program of the Museum of Arts and Crafts
As part of this year’s Advent in Zagreb, the Museum of Arts and Crafts (MUO) presents an Advent programme of creative workshops for all age groups at three locations – the MUO Gallery at Ilica 163a, the Zagreb City Museum, and Ban Josip Jelačić Square.
ARTvent
20.12.2025 10:00
Advent at Mala Scena
Save Santa with Iva in Mala scena
FAMILY ADVENTure
20.12.2025 12:00
Advent Concerts of Zagreb soloists
The Zagreb Soloists, one of the most distinguished Croatian chamber ensembles, will hold four concerts at the Zagreb City Museum, filled with warmth, elegance and Christmas cheer.
TIMELESS MELODIES
20.12.2025 16:00
Live Nativity Scene
Members of the community create the entire display themselves – from set design and costumes to music and performances – transforming Opatovina Park into a place of faith, hope, and love.
FAMILY ADVENTure
20.12.2025 20:00
Advent concerts of the Zagreb Chamber Orchestra
Four holiday concerts of the Zagreb Chamber Orchestra for lovers of classical notes
TIMELESS MELODIES
20.12.2025 20:00
Christmas Concerts - Chamber Choir "Ivan Filipović"
Holiday concerts of the "Ivan Filipović"
TIMELESS MELODIES
21.12.2025 10:00 - 21.12.2025 15:30
Q'ART - CONNECT IN LOVE
Q'ART – CONNECT IN LOVE / Ilica as a stage for urban performance
ONE DAY WONDER
21.12.2025 12:00
Concert of the Ensemble of Zagreb Soloists in Oktogon
The art organization Zagreb Soloists is preparing four exclusive concerts in Oktogon, bringing a mix of classical works and popular Christmas melodies.
TIMELESS MELODIES
21.12.2025 15:00
From Christmas Balconies to Zagreb
Holiday tones with Ad Gloriam Brass
JOLLY MELODIES
23.12.2025 19:30
Screening of The Nutcracker ballet in front of the Croatian National Theatre
Holiday broadcast of the ballet "The Nutcracker"
ONE DAY WONDER
24.12.2025 00:01
Music at St. Mark's Church
Traditional holiday music in St. Mark's Church
TIMELESS MELODIES
24.12.2025 11:00
Choirs on Christmas Eve - Midday Advent Melodies
Eight choirs for a specially festive atmosphere on Christmas Eve
ONE DAY WONDER
26.12.2025 20:00
36th Christmas at Cibona
Top musicians of the Zagreb Philharmonic and the rhythm section of the Zagreb City Theatre “Komedija” orchestra, joined by numerous performers and led by Maestro Zdravko Šljivac, will guide us through an evening of Christmas music at the 36th Christmas at Cibona — don’t miss it!
ONE DAY WONDER
MERRY MINGLE
Experience a Christmas atmosphere full of music, flavour and joy on the city streets and squares
ECHOES OF ADVENT
Indulge in top-notch concerts that combine classical and holiday music
ARTvent
Immerse yourself in the artistic spirit of Advent through museum exhibitions, performances and creative programmes.
MUSEUMS, MAYBE
Discover unusual attractions, collections and hidden places that conceal interesting and unusual stories
FAMILY ADVENTure
Fun, games and workshops make Advent a magical adventure for the whole family
JINGLE ALL THE WAY
The city hides a multitude of Advent surprises, from street performances to special winter attractions
HO-HO-HOTELS
Zagreb hotels adorned with holiday decorations provide a unique and special experience
ADVENT DÉCOR
Zagreb streets and squares adorned with lights and decorations turn a walk through the city into an unforgettable Christmas experience
ONE DAY WONDER
Don't miss out on special concerts and events that take place for one day only!
URBAN WONDERLAND
Zagreb transforms into a winter wonderland with enchanting streets, radiant windows, and gleaming façades.

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Flavors of the Zagreb Advent

Sarma with mashed potatoes – sour cabbage rolls stuffed with minced meat
Sarma with mashed potatoes – sour cabbage rolls stuffed with minced meat

Nothing can quite conjure the image of sarma like the lyrics of the band Hladno pivo: Out of all food, I like sarma the most, no other grub can come close. Minced meat that is rolled tight, in leaves of cabbage, it's a delight. ... As long as it's cold outside, sarma will keep you warm.

Vanilin kiflice – vanilla half-moons
Vanilin kiflice – vanilla half-moons

Isn't it about time that you surprised all of the neighbours who have, for years, been brining you vanilla half-moons for the holidays? That's right – bake some yourself! It is very simple and Christmas just would not be the same without them. Plus, there will come a time when the neighbour with the half-moons will no longer be around and you might be the one that will have to take up the role of "moon-dealer".

Paprenjaci – peppery gingerbread cookies
Paprenjaci – peppery gingerbread cookies

Named after pepper, a spice that was very expensive and rare in the past, paprenjaci are an indigenous Croatian as well as Zagreb pastry, as described by August Šenoa in his renowned novel "Zlatarevo zlato". Today, paprenjaci have become of the most well-known tourist souvenirs of Zagreb, with numerous guests from all over the world taking them home as a pleasant and tasty memento of Zagreb.

Stuffed turkey with mlinci
Stuffed turkey with mlinci

Here comes the turkey! The turkey is a must, especially with homemade mlinci. A classic that never goes out of fashion and one that is prepared at least several times a year for holidays that the people of Zagreb love so much. What makes it a classic? The excellent taste, of course! Zagreb-style turkey is practically a symbol of the holidays. Find a place for it on your table too.

Makovnjača – yeast dough poppy seed roll
Makovnjača – yeast dough poppy seed roll

What to say about the pastry that pretty much everyone in Zagreb tasted? Your elders may have baked it, or maybe your neighbours. Whichever way, it is a part of our tradition. A tasty crisp dough with a sweet poppy stuffing is ideal to have for dessert, and maybe even better for dipping in a glass of warm milk in the morning.

Visitors´ impressions

Ljiljana Mitić, Hrvatska

Nigdje u Europi nismo vidjeli bogatiji, ljepši, organiziraniji, ... Advent!!!

Obišli smo brojne gradove Europe u zadnjih mjesesc i pol dana, i NIGDJE nismo vidjeli bogatiji, ljepši, organiziraniji, ... Advent!!! To me kao Hrvaticu silno veseli, osobito jer se u Zagrebu ponovo osjeća njegova tradicionalna kultura, ukus, sofisticiranost i bogatstvo duhovnim vrijednostima. Vrijedno divljenja i nas domaćih, a pogotovo turista. 

Edward Joseph Mavrinac, Oakville, Canada

Undoubtedly the experience of a lifetime!!!

I would highly recommend the city of Zagreb, Croatia to any and all tourists who truly wish to experience the true spirit and energy of the Advent Season. It is an experience which any guests/tourists will never forget.

Tobias und Anna, Wien

Wir haben super Geschenke gefunden.

Einige davon auch für uns selbst. (Lachen)

Alzbeta 29, Czech Republic

Spectacular experience.

The kids had a blast!

Marija i Zoki, Hrvatska

Uživali smo i zasigurno dolazimo opet.

Ivana, Leona y Nina

Fue extraordinario e inolvidable.

Rumi 31, UK

This is perfect!

Highly recommended. Skating around with the beautiful city buildings overlooking is overwhelming.

Advent in the media

Independent

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CNN Travel

The best Christmas markets taking place around the world in 2025

Conde Nast Traveller

28 best Christmas markets in Europe for 2025

Forbes

Winter In Europe: Top 10 Fairy-Tale European Christmas Markets, Per New Survey

The Times

29 of the best Christmas markets in Europe

Ultimate Christmas Markets

Zagreb Christmas Market 2025: Dates in the Capital

Daily Express

Europe's 'unspoiled' Christmas market has 86p mulled wines and flights from £32

HELLO!

8 charming Christmas markets in Europe to make your Hallmark movie fantasies come true

So Soir

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