Dubrovnik Carnival

Dubrovnik’s Carnival today brings together performers from Slovenia, Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro.

In the same way that London’s Notting Hill Carnival aims to celebrate the city’s multiculturalism, Dubrovnik’s Carnival today brings together performers from Slovenia, Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro. It’s not a recent event however, as the carnival has been held every year since at least the 14th century, and the crowds still turn up to follow the processions which run through the Old Town. The five week celebration takes place at various locations throughout the city centre, with parades, dances, street theatre and music, but mostly plenty of colourful costumes and people on horseback that will delight the youngest members of the family. Sundays also play host to the children’s carnival, when local schools participate in the parades.

Getting here by train

Although there is a good public transport network in Dubrovnik once there, there is currently no train station in the town despite it being a major tourist destination. To get here you will need to either arrange a road transfer from within Croatia, fly into Dubrovnik airport or take one of the ferry services from Italy.

Location map

Map showing the location of Dubrovnik Carnival

Visitor information table

CityDubrovnik
CountryCroatia
AddressVarious locations around Dubrovnik
Telephoneno number listed
Dates February to March
Websitehttp://www.visit-croatia.co.uk/dubrovnik/dubrovnik_carnival.htm

The latest

Bulgaria invests in its sleeper services
Bulgaria invests in its sleeper services

The sleeper carriages operating from Sofia to Varna and Burgas get a revamp!

Hamburg: Rich in history, beauty and vibrant night life
Stunning scenery: The Wonderous Stories Film Festival

Plan your trip to Europe

European Trip Planner

Use our trip planner to put together your list of destinations to visit on your trip.