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WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE MUSICAL JULY?

vibecovery_editors July 1, 2025

July 2025 in Croatia brings a vibrant and diverse musical program, with large festivals, concerts by world and local stars, and numerous open-air events along the entire coast and in major cities.

The most prominent festivals and events

Ultra Europe (Split, July 11-13)
Split will once again be the center of electronic music in the region. The biggest names in the world of EDM, house, and techno scenes perform in Mladeži Park: Tiësto, Martin Garrix, Afrojack, Armin van Buuren, Alesso, Carl Cox, Amelie Lens, Adam Beyer, Solomun, Hardwell, ArtBat, Steve Angello, SOFI TUKKER, and many others. Ultra attracts tens of thousands of visitors from all over the world and brings an unforgettable festival euphoria.

Bear Stone Festival (Slunj, July 3-6)
The festival of stoner, rock, and metal music, held in a natural environment near Slunj, gathers bands and audiences from all over the world. A powerful atmosphere and energetic performances are anticipated, accompanied by socializing in a unique natural environment.

Forestland Festival (Brezje, Međimurje, July 18-19)
On a meadow surrounded by a forest, more than 50 performers perform on three stages. The lineup includes Baby Lasagna, The Shapeshifters, DJs From Mars, Hiljson Mandela, Miach, and Z++. Along with music, the largest food festival in Međimurje is also offered.

Outlook Festival (Tisno, July 24-28)
A festival of bass culture and sound system music, known for its superb sound and artistic program. At the new location of The Garden in Tisno, performers from various genres, including afrobeats, rap, dubstep, hip hop, bass, and drum ‘n’ bass, take the stage.

Membrain Festival (Šibenik, Martinska, July 31 – August 3)
Jubilee, the tenth edition of the bass music festival, with an emphasis on the old school rave atmosphere and the exploration of new sound boundaries. Digital, Coco Bryce, Creatures, Nookie, and others are on the lineup.

Significant concerts in Zagreb

Marko Perković Thompson (Hippodrome, July 5)
July 5, 2025, will mark a significant milestone in the history of Croatia – Marko Perković Thompson‘s megaconcert at the Zagreb Hippodrome. The arrival of more than half a million people is expected, which will make this performance the most attended concert with tickets in world history, surpassing the previous record set by Italian musician Vasko Rossi in 2017.

Skunk Anansie (Salat, July 20)
The British rock attraction returns to Šalata in Zagreb, bringing a cross-section of the career and greatest hits of one of the most famous live bands. Tickets are available through the Core Event system.

Gojira (Salat, July 27)
French metal titans Gojira are performing at Šalata as part of their extensive world tour and to promote their new album.

Other festivals and events

Defected Croatia (Tisno, July 30 – August 3)
The flagship house festival features more than 80 acts, including Carl Craig, Dennis Ferrer, Sam Divine, Riva Starr, Louie Vega, and more. Events include performances on the main and beach stages, boat parties, and afterparties at Barbarella’s club.

Zlarin Street Music Festival (Zlarin Island)
The festival, set in a unique island setting, gathers diverse performers and provides an intimate atmosphere.

Sea Sound Festival (Martinska, Šibenik, July 18-20)
An outdoor electronic music festival, by the sea, and a rich lineup of performers.

Burn Out program (Tvornica kulture, Zagreb, during July)
A series of concerts and DJ performances with an emphasis on the promotion of the local scene.

Summary of genres and locations

FESTIVAL/CONCERT	LOCATION	DAY	GENRE
Ultra Europe	Split	July 11 – 13	EDM, house, techno
Bear Stone Festival	Slunj	July 3 – 6	Stoner, rock, metal
Forestland Festival	Brezje, Međimurje	July 18 – 19	EleCtro, pop, rock
Outlook Festival	Tisno	July 24 – 28	Bass, dubstep, hip hop
Membrain Festival	Šibenik, Martinska	July 31 – August 3	Bass, drum’n’bass
Marko Perković Thompson	Zagreb, Hippodrome	July 5	Rock
Skunk Anansie	Zagreb, Šalata	July 20	Rock
Gojira	Zagreb, Šalata	July 27	Metal
Defected Croatia	Tisno	July 30 – August 3	House
Sea Sound Festival	Šibenik, Martinska	July 18–20	Electro, pop, rock
Zlarin Street Music Fest	Otok Zlarin	July	Different genres

July 2025 in Croatia will be marked by big festival spectacles (Ultra Europe, Bear Stone, Outlook, Defected), concerts by world and local stars (Skunk Anansie, Gojira), and numerous smaller events and outdoor concerts across the country. The offer covers all genres – from electronic, rock, metal, indie, to classical music – and provides an unforgettable musical summer.