Day of the city of Zagreb

On this day, Zagreb remembers all those who built it in its long history, contributed to its beauty, kept its open spirit.

The Day of the City of Zagreb, May 31, is also marked this year with numerous programs organized by the City of Zagreb, city institutions and companies. A rich program was prepared by cultural centers in different Zagreb neighborhoods.

As in previous years, all traditional ceremonies will be held on the Day of the City of Zagreb, from the awarding of the "Zagreb Woman of the Year" to the evening when a solemn Eucharistic celebration will be held in front of the cathedral at 7 pm. and a procession with candles and the image of the Mother of God from the Stone Gate of the cathedral.

ZET will participate with a musical ride that begins on the Ljubljanica River, where the orchestra members board a tram on one of the regular lines and play along the ride to the next stop. Short performances lasting 10-15 minutes will be held at selected locations in the city, squares, streets, and parks, after which the orchestra will continue the musical ride. Given the pop-up nature of the project, the performance locations are not planned in advance, but the final performance is held every time at noon on Ban Josip Jelačić Square.

The Tourist Board of the City of Zagreb announced a series of activities for May 31. From the changing of the guard of the Kravat Regiment, through the Zagreb Time Machine, performances by folklore ensembles, and all the way to children's shows and occasional tours of the city.

The Zagreb Philharmonic Orchestra will hold a concert "This is my Zagreb" at the Lisinski Concert Hall - a true musical homage to Zagreb. It is a city that has inspired many artists throughout history, and has enriched numerous travelers and guests of the city with its charm and cultural wealth.

Zagreb is a city open to everyone so go on a free sightseeing tour of the city, enjoy concerts, shows and surprise performances.

 Zagreb City Tourist Board