Nothing compares to a festival. Escaping the stresses of life, the warm joy when this music starts and seeing thousands of strangers who love music as much as you do, it's heaven on earth. What else is needed?
Well, to tell the truth, we wouldn't have good weather. Probably the worst part of going to a music festival is looking up at the sky and figuring out whether to wear a t-shirt, hoodie, or waterproof coat.
If you think the same way, Croatia could call in 2023. With sunny skies, beautiful beaches, lots of parties and the most sophisticated line-ups you've ever seen, Croatia has become a dance music mecca over the past decade.
To help you choose from the many festivals in Croatia, we've listed the best deals below. If electronic tunes get your heart pumping, it's worth a try. So we're stuck.
language festival
when Thursday 3 August - Sunday 6 August 2023
Where: Martinska Šibenik, Croatia
Composition for 2023. To be confirmed
Do you like underground bass rumbling through your bones? Membrain is a small festival organized by bass lovers aiming to grow their community while preserving the original spirit that sparked the underground bass movement. While we don't have a 2023 schedule yet, the festival regularly showcases the scene's hottest names and newcomers.
In Membrain, this vibe has been compared to old-school rave, but they also move with the times, pushing the boundaries and exploring the possibilities of the underground bass sound. All of this takes place in Martinsk, a typically Croatian paradise of sun, sea and lush pine trees. Totally amazing if you ask us.
Ultra Europe
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when From Friday 9 July 2023
Where from? Mlades Park in Split, Croatia.
Composition for 2023. To be confirmed
Ultra Europe, one of the world's biggest dance music brands and festivals, returns to Croatia again this year to celebrate loud tunes and unity.
We don't have a 2023 timeline yet, but trust us when we say they're always big. Apparently massive. Many of the biggest and most famous names in electronic music mesmerize the Ultra audience with incredible lighting, visuals and fireworks. To give you an idea of what's to come, Nina Kraviz, Afrojack, Tiesto, Martin Garrix and Armin Van Buuren took to the streets in 2022.
Ultra is one of the best festivals in Croatia that any electro fan will love. And since everything happens in Split, you can enjoy beaches, attractions, markets and more while you're there.
SunBeat:
when July 20, 2023 - July 27, 2023
Where from? A garden in Tisno, Croatia
Composition for 2023. To be confirmed
Combine the irresistible sounds of trendsetting electronic DJs with the liberating and carefree atmosphere of the beach, and the result is Suncebeat.
The longest running dance festival at The Garden, Suncebeat invites music lovers each year to surround themselves with friendly faces and upbeat tunes. With the aim of presenting the most pleasant and unpretentious party of the year, the festival offers several lines aimed at the pioneers of the genre while maintaining the super nonchalance of its parties.
Unfortunately we don't have a 2023 schedule yet, but The Blessed Madonna, 2022 Horse Meat Disco, Dave Lee ZR, Kerri Chandler, Dan Shake, Arielle Free and many more are great. A great location + a great line-up to be announced soon + the perfect atmosphere = a festival at the top of many wish lists.
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starfish festival
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when 20 May 2023 Friday - Saturday
Where from? Stella Maris Resort in Umag, Croatia.
Composition of 2023. The Prodigy, Indira Paganotto and many more are confirmed.
A two-day beach party with a great soundtrack? With us you don't have to ask twice. Sea Star Festival 2023 is already looking great with The Prodigy and Indira Paganotto. Combine that with the beautiful sunsets, which cast orange light over the clear turquoise waters, and it already looks like paradise.
Splashing electronica, house, techno and indie, Sea Star was brought to us by the people behind Serbia's EXIT Festival (a great festival too, btw). And like EXIT, Sea Star offers great environments to explore between takes.
Decmantel selectors
Photo: Dekmantel/Facebook.com
when Thursday, August 28, 2023
Where from? A garden in Tisno, Croatia
Lineup 2023: Ben UFO and Mupi, Eris Drew, Octo Octa, Shanti Celeste, Huey and many more.
We don't know about you, but we're having a five-day "Sun, Music, and Unity Holiday" on our street. Dekmantel returns to The Garden for the seventh year running, bringing aspiring DJs and more seasoned party-goers to the Adriatic coast.
With the soothing sounds of the Beach Bar, the experimental sounds of Nest and the music of Beach Main and Magnolia, huge boat parties await as they sail the crystal clear waters. Dekmantel is smaller than many other festivals and maintains its intimate atmosphere each year. Big and small, playing the best tunes 'til the morning, Dekmantel Selectors is heaven.
Abandoned Croatia
Photo: faultedrecords/Instagram.com
when Thursday, August 8, 2023
Where from? A garden in Tisno, Croatia
Lineup 2023: Dan Shake, Bradley Zero, Horse Meat Disco, Natasha Diggs, Nightmares On Wax, Todd Edwards, Monkey, Sam Devine, The Shapeshifters, Dunmore Brothers, Ferreck Dawn and many more.
If you're into house music, you probably know Defected Records, the band behind this fantastic house festival. A celebration of inclusivity and escapism under the sun and stars. Defected will be one of the best festivals in Croatia again in 2023.
Most of the cast has already been announced and it's looking great with Dave Lee ZR, Lou Stepa, Luke Solomon and Paige Tomlinson getting the party started. So you and 5,000 other party-goers can enjoy six days of hedonism with the sounds and live performances of over 100 DJs in paradise. That's not a problem for us.
Dropzone Festival
Photo: Dropzone/Facebook.com
when Thursday 3rd to 6th July 2023
Where from? Zrce beach on Pag island, Croatia.
List 2023. Warface, Darren Styles, Bassbrain, Adrenalize, Riot Shift, The Purge and more for confirmation.
Do you prefer more complex melodies? Perhaps Dropzone, with its complex offerings, is a better fit for you. Get up close and personal with the wildest DJs throughout the festival from pool parties, boat raves and wild acts from sunrise to sunset.
The first phase of the line has only just been released, but it's already looking killer with big names like Warface and Darren Styles dominating the crowds at wild raves. And all this in front of the Adriatic Sea. Absolute Views.
protective
Photo: Hideout Festival Croatia / Facebook.com
when From Thursday 25 June 2023
Where from? Zrce beach on Pag island, Croatia.
Lineup for 2023: Alan Fitzpatrick, Honey Dijon, Andy C, Chase & Status, Sonny Fodera, Ewen McVicar, Patrick Topping, Brew-C, Eliza Rose, Harriet Jackson, Ben Hemsley, Gorgon City, Bad Boy Chiller Crew and more:
God, let's talk about mass composition. Hideout Fest returns with a massive lineup spanning a variety of genres including Techno, Drum & Bass, House, Disco, UKG, Bassline and more. With dramatic and beautiful mountains, 100 top electronic music bands, a pool, a boat and secret beach parties, it's no wonder the Hideout has sold out every year since it opened. Have fun partying in an unreal place, well they say it's a must.
survey fest
Photo: Festival Dimensions/Facebook.com
when Thursday 31 August 2023 - Monday 4 September 2023
Where from? A garden in Tisno, Croatia
Line-Up 2023: Lena Willikens, Helena Hauff, Rosa Terenzi, Objekt, DJ Stingray 313 and many more.
With a strong lineup of house, techno, minimal, breaks, disco, electro, drum and bass and more, Dimensions is a festival with a reputation for chilled and happy crowds.
If you plan to reach dimensions, you'd better get some stamina. Parties are common here until 6am including boat parties, visits to Barbarella (Croatia's biggest club) and parties, basically lots of parties. But with a capacity of just 5,000 people, the festival still has an intimate vibe that allows you to fully immerse yourself in the music. With great sound quality, great artists and an incredible atmosphere, Dimensions is just great.
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Sonus Festival
Photo: Sonusfees / Facebook.com
when From Thursday, August 20, 2023, 2023
Where from? Zrce beach on Pag island, Croatia.
Cast 2023: Diplo, Richie Hawthorne, Indira Paganotto, Seth Troxler, Sven Watt, Ben Bomer, The Martinez Brothers, Lily Palmer, Matteo Plex, Pausa, 999999999, Loco Dice, Kolsch, FJAAK and many more.
After Sonus Festival takes off with this line-up, Sonus Festival kicks off with new artists to be announced soon. Each year, Sonus enlists over 60 artists, usually from the house and techno genres, to play the party of a lifetime, lasting five days and nights. You can find both international and underground champions playing the summer rave soundtrack, with names like Diplo and Mochak on the 2023 list.
Among the decorations, you can discover small and hidden beaches, boat parties, pre-parties, shows and more. Located on the Zrce beach, where the water is clear, the palm trees are tall and the sun is shining in the sky, it is the perfect place for a favorite holiday.
Origin of Outlook
Photo: Outlook Festival / Facebook.com
when Thursday 27 July 2023 - Tuesday 1 August 2023
Where from? A garden in Tisno, Croatia
Composition for 2023. To be confirmed
Located on its own private bay, Outlook Origins is home to killer artists across drum & bass, reggae, grime, UKG, hip-hop, dubstep and more, giving players the option to relax or party on the beach.
Barbarella's Aire Aire Club hosts parties so you can continue the fun after fun while enjoying the beautiful Croatian weather and partying as the sun rises. We're still waiting for the lineup to be announced, but 2022 featured Nia Archives, Chimpo, Mungo's Hi Fi and Eva Lazarus on deck, so we know this year will be the best yet.
love international:
Photo: International Love Festival / Facebook.com
when Wednesday 12 July 2023 - 18 July 2023
Where from? A garden in Tisno, Croatia
Lineup 2023: Chaos in the CBD, Eliza Rose, Shanti Celeste, Horse Meat Disco, Palms Trax B2B Job Jobse, Luke Una and more.
If you're going to a festival alone this year, Love International might be the best. It's known for its loving and liberating vibe (see name: Love International), easy place to make friends, and of course, great music. All this in a beautiful place, what better way to find festival friends? Honestly hardly.
Musically you will find house, techno, disco, dub, reggae, funk and Balearic sounds on the stages. As with many festivals in Croatia, boat parties and the occasional visit to the outdoor club Barbarella are a staple at Love International.
With so many festivals and big names on the music scene, it's clear why Croatia is becoming such a popular destination for music festival fans. So, which of these Croatian music festivals have you got your eye on? The truth is, no matter what you choose, you are in for the time of your life.
Check out our guide to more wild raves and sweats to come over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, visit our Activities page or get inspired by our selection of events on our Inspire Me page.
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