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Traditional sailing boats at sea during Dani u Vali in Stari Grad on Hvar Island.
Traditional rowing boat and historic vessels during Dani u Vali in Stari Grad on Hvar Island.
Traditional boats moored along the Stari Grad waterfront during the Dani u Vali festival.
Traditional sailing boats in Stari Grad harbour during the Dani u Vali festival.
Traditional wooden sailing boats taking part in Dani u Vali in Stari Grad on Hvar Island.
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Days in Vala 2026

Local Experience

  • Location

    Stari Grad, island of Hvar

In September, Stari Grad on the island of Hvar once again becomes a meeting place of the sea, tradition and the Mediterranean way of life. Days in Vala is a traditional festival of boats, the sea and sailors, celebrating Croatia’s rich maritime and cultural heritage.

 

Over four days, Stari Grad Bay will fill with traditional boats, while visitors can enjoy exhibitions, workshops, sailing and rowing, Dalmatian cuisine and a rich music programme. This year’s edition features performances by Petar Grašo and Klapa Cambi, while the festival will conclude with the spectacular night parade Dance of Sails and Lights.

Details
  • Available: September; daily except Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
The price does not include

Book your accommodation on time in one of our hotels in the destination of Hvar.

More details
  • Date: 17–20 September 2026
  • Traditional boats and presentation of Croatian maritime heritage
  • Exhibitions, workshops, sailing and rowing
  • Concerts: Petar Grašo and Klapa Cambi
  • Dalmatian cuisine and traditional local dishes
  • Final night parade: Dance of Sails and Lights

 

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Location Stari Grad, island of Hvar

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