When to go to Rovinj? Naturally the most reliable weather is in summer but the town loses none of its charm the rest of the year. For a full calendar of events see the Rovinj Tourist Office.

April

Two important sailboat regattas liven up the waters of Rovinj this month:

Regatta - Chioggia - Rovinj - Chioggia
Regatta Pesaro - Rovinj - Pesaro

May

Rovinj Photo Days
As the largest photography festival in Croatia it has attracted up to 10,500 images submitted as part of its competition. There are exhibitions, seminars and awards.

June

Salsa Festival
Last weekend in June or first weekend in July, here's the place to watch, learn and showcase salsa.

July

Rovinj Summer Festival
Beginning in the middle of the month and running through August, classical, pop and folk musicians perform in Rovinj's churches and squares.

Grisia Art Fair
The second Sunday in August, Grisia Street galleries open their doors and the street becomes an open-air art show with drawings, paintings and sculptures adorning the walls and doorways.

Rovinj Fiesta
For 3 nights at the end of the month, the town is a vast open-air party with concerts and food, ending with fireworks.

September

St Euphemia Festival
On September 16, Rovinj celebrates its patron saint, St Euphemia, allegedly lodged for all eternity in her eponymous church.

Unknown Festival
This wild new music festival centers on the best live acts and DJs but also includes art installations and boat parties. To be experienced.