Culture

Dua Lipa reveals Balkan breakfast in Albania

The Kosovan-born singer shares a video with her sister Rina, in which she rejects avocado toast in favour of a pljeskavica in a roll.

Oroslavje opens summer stage with concerts

The festival begins on 7 August, with a prize fund of 37,536.24 euros offered in the tombola.

Osijek native Pintarić takes third place in literary competition

Ariana Grande withdraws from tour and theatre

The singer is stepping back from her world tour and a planned stage appearance, citing the need for a break from public pressure.

19th Pečenjak Days marked in Pitomača

The traditional event took place on 2 August 2026, drawing many visitors with musical performances and a pleasant atmosphere.

Josipa Lisac supports Duška Brčić-Šušak in Hvar

The singer publicly backed Duška Brčić-Šušak following sharp criticism from Jacques Houdek.

Pitomača welcomed the 19th Pezenjak

Trg Kralja Tomislava was the centre of the traditional event, gathering lovers of good food and fun.

Đurđac Off Grid: Young People Without Borders in August

The Council of Youth, the City and the Tourist Board are organising a multi-day event with education, sport and music in the Stari Grad atrium.

Ancient market enlivens Solin at the Little Gloriette

A cultural event linked to the end of Romanticism in Salona, featuring the Roman Games, workshops, and music, took place in the heart of the historic town.

PagArt Festival opened by Lovro Pogorelić

The pianist performed sonatas by the greats, and the programme continues with the monodrama 'Spoon'.

Actor Vincent Pastore, star of The Sopranos, dies

American actor Vincent Pastore, known for his role as Big Pussy in the cult series, has died at the age of 80 in his home in New York.

Goran Višnić returns to Croatia with his family

Hollywood actor Goran Višnić and his family have decided to return permanently after a decade abroad. Their new home is in Istria.

London Gospel Choir to perform in Mursko Središće

Sincere Praise Choir to perform on 1 August at the open-air stage, with free entry.

JM Jazz World Orchestra closes KUMBJAZZ in Marija Bistrica

The international ensemble, featuring musicians from five continents, performed hits by Aretha Franklin and Ariana Grande in a garden setting.

Musical evening held in honour of Oliver in Novy Vinodolski

The second edition of the event, dedicated to the legendary singer, saw attendees enjoy his timeless hits.

Zagorje Blues Etno Festival opens its doors in Jakovlje

The thirteenth edition of the festival blends blues, ethnic and jazz music with educational programmes, with free entry to all events.

Cinehill for the first time in Kastav with free screenings

The international film festival Cinehill takes place this weekend in Kastav, bringing award-winning European films to the open-air stage at Crekvina.

Keira Knightley publishes picture book in Croatian

The British actress's debut literary work, 'I Still Love You', has been published by the Zagreb-based publisher Planetopija.