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Rokovo Closes Down Virovitica Center: Here's Where and When You Can't Drive

Due to the four-day event starting on Wednesday, temporary traffic regulations will be in effect in the city center from August 13 to 17. The main section will be closed, and traffic will be diverted to alternative routes.

Foto: Wikipedia (Doris Dragović)
Summary
  • Due to Rokovo, the main road in Virovitica's center will be closed from August 13 to 17.
  • Additional closures up to the roundabout near Fina are in effect on the evenings of August 13 and 15.
  • The event lasts four days and offers a rich program with concerts by Petar Grašo, Doris Dragović, and others.
  • Drivers will use alternative routes through the city during the regulation period.

Virovitica's biggest city event, Rokovo 2026, brings four days of a rich program, but also significant traffic changes in the city center. From Wednesday, August 13, until Sunday, August 17, drivers will have to use alternative routes as a key city section will be closed to all traffic.

Main Road Closed from Thursday Morning

According to information from the Regionalni Slavonija portal, temporary traffic regulations will come into effect on August 13 at 7 a.m. and will last until August 17 at 5 a.m. The section from the roundabout near Mr. Jack's, which will remain passable, to the intersection of Augusta Šenoe Street and Ljudevita Gaja Street will be closed to all traffic. In the eastward direction, the road will be closed up to the roundabout at the intersection of Stjepana Radića Street and Antuna Mihanovića Street, which will also remain operational.

Additional Closures During Concerts

Due to the main events, additional temporary closures will be in effect. On the night from Thursday to Friday, August 13, from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. on August 14, the section leading to the roundabout near Fina will also be closed. The same regulation will be repeated on Saturday, August 15, from noon until 1 a.m. on August 16.

Four Days of Music, Culture, and Fun

The Rokovo event, which marks Virovitica City Day and the feast of Saint Roch, runs from August 13 to 16. As reported by the ICV Virovitica portal, the program is designed for all generations and includes numerous cultural, sports, and entertainment activities. Visitors can expect Wine Park, Virokreativa, Street Food, and the Virovitica Street Festival. The musical part of the program is headlined by big names from the domestic scene: Petar Grašo, the band Silente, Doris Dragović, Adi Šoše, and Urban & 4.

The fact that Rokovo has outgrown local boundaries and become one of the most recognizable events in continental Croatia is confirmed by this year's sponsorship from the Ministry of Tourism and Sports.

FAQ
When does the traffic closure in Virovitica start and how long does it last? +
The temporary traffic regulation starts on August 13 at 7 a.m. and lasts until August 17 at 5 a.m.
Which streets are exactly closed to traffic? +
The section from the roundabout near Mr. Jack's to the intersection of Augusta Šenoe Street and Gajeva Street is closed, as well as eastward to the roundabout at Radićeva and Mihanovićeva. Additionally, the section to the roundabout near Fina is closed on the evenings of August 13 and 15.
Who is performing at this year's Rokovo? +
At Rokovo 2026, performers include Petar Grašo, the band Silente, Doris Dragović, Adi Šoše, and Urban & 4.
Will the roundabouts be completely closed? +
No, the roundabout near Mr. Jack's and the roundabout at the intersection of Stjepana Radića Street and Antuna Mihanovića Street will remain operational.

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