Dubrovnik Summer Festival
Dubrovnik, Croatia
About This Activity
The Dubrovnik Summer Festival (Dubrovačke ljetne igre) is one of Europe's oldest and most prestigious arts festivals, held annually from 10 July to 25 August. The 77th edition runs 10 July–25 August 2026 with theatre, opera, ballet, and classical concerts staged across dramatic Old Town venues — Fort Lovrijenac ramparts, the Rector's Palace atrium, Gradac Park — with medieval architecture as a natural stage set. Tickets went on sale locally from 2 March 2026 at the Od Sigurate 1 box office and online at dubrovnik-festival.hr and ulaznice.hr. Book popular performances well in advance; headline concerts sell out months ahead.
Seasonal note: Only available 10 July – 25 August during the annual Dubrovnik Summer Festival
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