Koprivnica Blends History and Music
From August 20 to 23, the city offers a unique mix of knight tournaments, 1,300 costumed participants, and free concerts by Sergej Ćetković and Prljavo kazalište.
From August 20 to 23, the city offers a unique mix of knight tournaments, 1,300 costumed participants, and free concerts by Sergej Ćetković and Prljavo kazalište.
From August 20 to 23, 2026, Koprivnica will, for the first time, combine its two biggest summer events into a single festival weekend. The finale of the Ljeto na Zrinskom event and the Renaissance Festival will take place simultaneously, offering visitors a rich blend of historical heritage, contemporary music, top-notch wine and food, and entertainment for all ages.
The heart of the contemporary part of the program beats at Zrinski Square, where two major free concerts will be held. On Friday, August 21, singer-songwriter Sergej Ćetković will perform, known for his emotional ballads that audiences love to sing along to. The following evening, on Saturday, August 22, the legendary band Prljavo kazalište will take the stage, and their timeless hits are sure to create an unforgettable open-air atmosphere.
A new addition to this year's edition is the wine and food zone "Bistro in the Park," which will be a gathering place for lovers of fine drinks from August 20 to 22. Twelve winemakers from the Bregovita Hrvatska association will present their offerings, and alongside wine, there will also be beer and various local specialties. DJ Krnya will provide the musical backdrop for all three days.
Within the historic Renaissance ramparts, times gone by will come to life through performances by more than 1,300 costumed participants from as many as 13 European countries. This year's central festival theme is "Hygiene in the Renaissance," so visitors will be able to see depictions of bathing in wooden barrels, learn about the work of barber-surgeons, and buy natural soaps. An indispensable part of the festival experience remains the rich gastronomic offer with historical specialties such as roasted ox, chestnut-stuffed capon, and nettle beer.
The youngest visitors can look forward to the Children's Renaissance World with large wooden games, as well as a wooden maze with an entry fee of one euro. On the first day of the Renaissance Festival, Thursday, August 20, admission is free for everyone. From Friday to Sunday, a daily ticket costs five euros, and children up to 12 years old enter for free. Parking near the Renaissance ramparts is available for three euros.
