Festival svjetla Zagreb (Festival of Lights Zagreb) brings a magical glow to Croatia’s capital each March, when streets, squares, and landmarks across the city are transformed into radiant works of projection art, light installations, and interactive displays. From the historic Upper Town to the lively city center, artists use light to reimagine Zagreb’s architecture and public spaces, creating an enchanting nighttime journey for visitors. With its mix of technology, creativity, and urban atmosphere, the Festival of Lights Zagreb has quickly become a highlight of the city’s cultural calendar and a dazzling welcome to spring.
DATES & TIMES
• Dates: 18–22 March 2026 (five evenings). Zagreb Tourist Board • Official festival site.
• Status: exact nightly timetable (start/finish times and mapping slots) publishes on the official pages each season. Programme updates.
LOCATION
• City centre — Lower & Upper Town: installations across main squares/parks and heritage sites (e.g., Ban J. Jelačić Square, Opatovina Park, Ribnjak Park, Kaptol 5, Lotrščak Tower). Locations list.
• Map hub: Ban Jelačić Square — Open in Google Maps.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Open‑access festival: outdoor installations and mapping in public spaces; no general pass stated on official pages. Tourist Board • Official site.
• Busy spots: arrive early for popular projections in Upper Town and around Kaptol/European Square.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Safety note: selected locations display a warning for photo‑sensitive epilepsy—check on‑site notices. Official site.
• Getting around: the route is walkable; trams serve the centre—expect short crowd holds at peak times.
• Exact timetable publishes annually on the festival site and Tourist Board page; confirm your night’s schedule before heading out. Programme updates.
Want a glow‑perfect Zagreb evening? We’ll map a loop through Upper & Lower Town, time the marquee mappings, and slot in warm‑up stops nearby — Hire Tripologiste.