The programme for the craziest night of the year begins at 9:00 PM with a performance by Jakov Jozinović. After his set, the microphone is taken over by Dino Merlin, who will lead Dubrovnik into the year 2026. The New Year’s Eve programme continues with a performance by Hiljson Mandela.
Numerous visitors can expect a top-class musical spectacle! The atmosphere will be warmed up by the new musical sensation Jakov Jozinović, while the highlight of the evening will be the performance by regional music star Dino Merlin. The programme will be further enriched by popular singer Hiljson Mandela, ensuring an unforgettable night filled with energy, emotion, and great entertainment as Dubrovnik welcomes the New Year 2026.
To make it easier for as many citizens and visitors as possible to attend the Advent events, free public transport on Libertas buses will be available throughout the festival on all city and suburban routes operating in the Dubrovnik area, every day from 5:00 PM until the last departure. In addition, the price of the DU Pass, a joint ticket for Dubrovnik’s most important attractions, has been reduced from €40 to €20, encouraging greater accessibility to cultural content during the Advent season.
The City of Dubrovnik, the Dubrovnik Tourist Board, and the Dubrovnik Summer Festival, in cooperation with cultural institutions and public companies, are preparing a wide range of events for citizens and visitors of all ages. Dubrovnik is ready to shine in its most beautiful winter edition and once again demonstrate why it is rightfully considered one of the most beautiful Advent destinations in the Mediterranean.
The Dubrovnik Winter Festival is held with the support of Dubrovnik Airport Ruđer Bošković, Lokrum Reserve, Coca-Cola, Adriatic Luxury Hotels, RAO d.o.o., Best in Parking, Port of Dubrovnik, ATIS Dubrovnik, Texo Molior, Villa Dubrovnik, wpd Adria d.o.o., OTP Bank, Hotel Lero, Građevinar Quelin, Grand Hotel Park Dubrovnik, Tehnogradnja, Catering Flamingo, Elektro Team d.o.o., Kompas Travel, and PROTO-ARCH.
