Summer at Matoš': Great Fun in the City Centre

Summer at Matoš', which will be held form 30 June to 29 July in Mažuranić Brothers Square in the Lower Town, is a proven recipe for pleasant evenings guaranteeing fun, tasty food and drinks and excellent music. The atmosphere of this festival, named in the honour of the famous Croatian poet Antun Gustav Matoš, is emphasized by the choice of decoration which celebrates Zagreb. In the square, beneath the canopy of trees there are deck chairs, cushions and chairs, retro armchairs and sideboards, the same as at home. All of these create a pleasant space where to enjoy concerts of various genres, such as jazz, funk, rock and pop, performed by Croatian urban musicians and bands as well as DJs.

The youngest visitors are in for a special treat on weekends. On Saturday and Sunday afternoon, children will be able to attend interesting and educational theatre shows performed by troupe Šareni svijet.

For a complete experience, there is a rich offer of sweet and savoury dishes, including vegan options. Visitors will also get to choose between around ten different types of beer and cocktails, juices and other beverages. Summer at Matoš’ is open on every work day from 16 o’clock to midnight, and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 to midnight. 

In the same area, next to the headquarters of the National Folk Dance Ensemble Lado, the 3^rd edition of the festival Lado in Mažuranić Square will take place from 30 June to 2 July. It encompasses workshops of dance, crafts, traditional music instruments and similar. The event also offers exhibitions, shows and two premiers of the Lado Ensemble as well as other performers. On the second day of the festival, the Ethnographic Museum in Zagreb will host a workshop entitled My Dearest Part of Home as well as provide an opportunity for a guided tour of the exhibition entitled Intimate spaces of everyday life.

Entry to both festivals is free of charge.