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Here's a selection of Zagreb's best festivals and events. For the complete Zagreb calendar, see this website:
Zagreb Convention Bureau

January

Snow Queen Trophy
At the beginning of January Zagreb's ski resort at Sljeme mountain holds the FIS men's and ladies' WC slalom race.

PBZ Zagreb Indoors
This ATP event held at the Dom Sportova arena draws some of the world's top tennis men.

February

International Documentary Film Festival
Functioning primarily as a showcase and marketing opportunity for documentaries made by regional filmmakers, this festival also attracts a smattering of international contributions. (late February or early March)

March

Zagreb Auto Show
This is a massive event held in even-numbered years at the Zagreb Fairgrounds.

April

Biennial of Contemporary Music
This prestigious event is held in odd-numbered years. Venues include the Lisinski concert hall and various museums.

St Mark Festival
From late-April to mid-May, Zagreb's St Mark's church hosts a series of concerts featuring local and international soloists and chamber orchestras.

May

Queer Zagreb Festival
A celebration of Zagreb's gays that includes gay-themed fims and music.

Floraart: Zagreb Flower Show
A festival of flowery matters including flower arrangements and the latest in gardening equipment held on the shores of Lake Bundek.

Dance Week Festival
From classical to avant-garde, this festival surveys the world of dance.

June

Eurokaz
Edgy and adventurous, this is a festival of theatre, dance and mixed-media.

Vipinmusic Festival
This exciting festival of world music is alone worth a trip to Zagreb.

July

International Folklore Festival
It's not only Croatia's folk music and dance on display, but troupes around the world strut their stuff.

Zagreb Summer Evenings
Classical soloists and ensembles give concerts in museums around town.

August

International Puppet Festival
This celebration of the art of puppetry is a big hit with kids of course.

September

Zagreb Theatre Festival
From the Greek classics to contemporary angst, local and European companies stage it all in a number of venues around town.

Zagreb Autumn Fair
It's actually a number of mini-fairs spanning different domains.

October

Zagreb Film Festival
Catch up with the latest flicks from Croatia and elsewhere.

November

VIP Zagreb Jazz Festival
It may only be for a few days at the beginning of the month, but the quality is outstanding.

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