Carnival
February
With origins dating back to the 14th century, this week-long celebration resembles a Mardi Gras party and intertwines masked balls with brass bands and lively parades, culminating with a huge bash at Revelin Fort.
Festival of St Blaise
February
This festival celebrates the patron saint of Dubrovnik, combining traditional costumes and a party atmosphere with religious observances. The main street in the Old Town, Stradun, sees a parade featuring the relics of Saint Blaise.
Dubrovnik Summer Festival
July-August
Theatre, dance, opera and classical music all feature alongside other performances during Croatia’s longest-running cultural festival, which draws international names in addition to local talent.
Wild League
July-August
More than 50 clubs participate in this water polo tournament that has been running since 1983, with the beaches of Dubrovnik hosting the matches over the course of several summer weeks.
New Year’s Eve
31 December
The Old Town plays an attractive host to Dubrovnik’s annual New Year’s Eve celebrations, with the Stradun the focus of the revelry that is usually much less chilly than most places in Europe.