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Rijeka Carnival 2025

24.01.2025. - 02.03.2025. / Rijeka

Rijeka Has Its Fifth Season – Carnival.

A long-standing tradition and a unique impact on the community make the Rijeka Carnival the largest and most renowned event in the Kvarner region. Its spectacular parades and creative performances have placed it among the most distinctive carnivals in Europe and the most important carnival event in Croatia.

The Rijeka Carnival has been listed among the Top 500 European Events, the Sunday Times named it one of the world's most exotic events, and awards such as the "Golden Tourist Heart" and Tourism Prism confirm its quality and significance in Southeast European tourism.

 
KEY EVENTS OF THE RIJEKA CARNIVAL 2025


24.01.2025.

Selection of the Rijeka Carnival Queen and Handover of the City Keys

02.02. – 05.03.

Carnival in the Tunnel – Exhibition

05.02.2025.

Days of Laughter – "Don't Give Up, Generation!"A theater performance at HKD starting at 8 PM, telling the story of two lifelong friends who decide to break their monotonous routine and embark on an unusual journey.

07.02.2025.

Tower Center Rijeka - Selection of the Prince and Princess of the Rijeka CarnivalThe program begins at 5 PM.

08.02.2025.

Exportdrvo – Carnival Riviera – Šajeta, Gustafi
Platak – Carnival Snowboard SessionA snowboarding competition featuring tricks and acrobatics.
Carnival Costume Exhibition at Tower Center RijekaOpen until March 5.
Rijeka Carnival Corner – Masked Tournament in Trešeta and Briškula & Carnival PartyAt Vežica in the Firehouse. The tournament starts at 4 PM, followed by a party at 8 PM.

09.02.2025.

Masked RičinaFrom 10 AM to 4 PM, Rijeka’s Kont becomes the center of the Nature Park Rječina, featuring carnival games, creative workshops, and excursions to Žakalj and Matešić Mill.

13.02.2025.

Masked WorkshopsHeld at Old School Hostel (Brig 45), starting at 6 PM. Registration required.

15.02.2025.

Children’s Carnival Parade – City Center.

23.02.2025.

Molo Longo - Carnival Run.

28.02.2025.

Botel Marina – Crinoline Night

01.03.2025.

Exportdrvo – Humanitarian Gala Party

02.03.2025.

International Carnival Parade – City Center
Exportdrvo - Koktelsi Concert


SELECTION OF THE QUEEN AND HANDOVER OF THE CITY KEYS
The Selection of the Rijeka Carnival Queen marks the opening of the carnival, where masked participants choose the most charming representative. Contestants compete for the "Golden Cloak" and the title of Queen, showcasing their carnival spirit, dance skills, and humor. After the selection, the mayor hands over the city keys to the Master of the Carnival, marking the beginning of the carnival madness.

CHILDREN'S CARNIVAL PARADE
The youngest generations flood Rijeka’s Korzo in a vibrant masked parade. Fairytale characters and imaginative costumes attract visitors from all over the world. The Children’s Carnival Parade, scheduled for February 15, 2025, preserves tradition and ensures that the spirit of masquerading lives on for future generations.

INTERNATIONAL CARNIVAL PARADE
Since the revival of the Rijeka Carnival in 1982, the city has become a European carnival center. The International Carnival Parade brings together diverse groups that interpret social events through creativity and satire. With an ever-growing number of participants and spectators worldwide, the Rijeka Carnival is a unique experience not to be missed.

 
MORE INFORMATION
The complete program of the Rijeka Carnival 2025 is available on the official website:
🌐 www.visitrijeka.hr/rijecki-karneval/

Join us and enjoy the spectacle of imagination, creativity, and fun! 🎭✨

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