Best time to go to Croatia
The time period from April to October is considered the best time to visit Croatia. Summer temperatures can reach up to 38°C in mid summer, while surface water temperatures go up to a pleasant 26°C. July and August are the busiest months due to many Europeans taking their annual vacations over this period. The summer months also see a plethora of cultural activities, such as the Dubrovnik Summer Festival and a series of festivals of music, film and art at the Roman Amphitheatre in Pula.
Spring is characterised by pleasant weather accompanied by rare, short showers, while early autumn is ideal for those looking for a tranquil holiday. Out of high season, the beaches are uncrowded and hotel prices significantly lower, while the weather remains stable and warm.
Events
International Folklore Festival
21 - 25 Jul 2010 (annual)
Zagreb
Zagreb's International Folklore Festival holds expositions, folk and global music concerts, dance and music trainings, film and audio visual presentations at sites around the city. The festival shows off with a programme including over 40 Croatian and foreign artists. An ethnographic display accompanies the festival, presenting traditional Croatian jewellery.
Rab Festival
Jul 2010 (annual)
Rab
Rapska Fjera, Rab's Medieval Week, is a costumed event rebuilding the customs, traditional professions and way of life in the Middle Ages. Must-sees include the Old Crafts Fair and the traditional Knight's Games Parade, followed by a crossbow contest. Mouth-watering local food is on offer and concerts take place all over the town.
Histria Festival
Pula
Performances start 9pm or 9.30pm
The annual Histria Festival in Pula includes series of fabulous concerts and ballet shows by renowned performers from all over the world. The sites are equally remarkable, ranging from the old Roman Arena to the charming island of Brijuni.
Kastav Cultural Summer
May - Aug 2010 (annual)
Kastav
Kastav's international cultural summer festival is divided into three parts to envelop all aspects of the arts. Classical concerts from both national and foreign musicians compete against Croatian theatrical acts and visual arts displays. Also part of this lively summer event is the international guitar festival.
Motovun Film Festival
Jul - Aug 2010 (annual)
Motovun
The medieval town of Motovun holds its own film festival annually, emphasizing on films from countries not traditionally well-known for their film industries. Outdoor screenings in beautiful surroundings and awards for independent film-makers keep young cinema fans satisfied, yet thirsty for more.
ATP Croatia Open Umag
26 Jul - 1 Aug 2010 (annual)
International Tennis Centre
Umag's International Tennis Centre hosts the ATP Croatia Open Umag, an ATP tour event played on clay. Amongst the players who have competed here in the past are Rafael Nadal, local favourite Ivan Ljubicic and Carlos Moya.
Dubrovnik Summer Festival
10 Jul - 25 Aug 2010 (annual)
Dubrovnik
The lively summer festival will welcome you with a dramatic opening ceremony, featuring fireworks and music, followed by theatre, concerts, opera and dance productions on a series of open-air stages throughout this fascinating city. You will be offered the chance to observe various performances from the best domestic composers, soloists and orchestras to top solo artists from all round the world.
Julian Rachlin & Friends Chamber Music Festival
August – September 2010 (annual)
Rector’s Palace
Dubrovnik's Rector's Palace holds a series of six chamber concerts by violinist Julian Rachlin and guests.
International Festival of New Film
September 2010 (annual)
Split
At venues around Split, including the Cultural Centre and the Zlatna vrata Film Library, you have the opportunity to enjoy the International Festival of New Film., where video and new media is presented. The festival supports the experimental like radical creations of all genres and durations.
World Theatre Festival
September 2010 (annual)
Zagreb
The World Theatre Festival offers ten days of performances at sites around Zagreb, like the Croatian National Theatre and the Zagreb Youth Theatre. Various European companies visit the festival every year.
Zagreb Film Festival
17 - 23 Oct 2010 (annual)
Zagreb
The Zagreb Film Festival is a debut film festival, which also features short movies and documentaries. As in most festivals of that kind, the movies are judged both by a jury as well as the audience. The lucky winners receive a monetary prize.
International Music Festival
Nov 2010 (annual)
Pula
Croatia International Music Festival, happening yearly in Pula, offers a forum for all types of modern Croatian music. You can take pleasure in the performances by soloists, ensembles and guest musicians.
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