The Split Festival is one of the most well-known music festivals in this region and one of the key symbols of the city beneath Marjan Hill. Throughout its history, it has made a significant mark on the Croatian music industry and culture. Over the years, various local and international artists, organizers, and venues have come and gone, but good songs have always found their way to the listeners. Passionate Dalmatia has shown many times its inexhaustible source of creativity, and the Mediterranean has always been a creative inspiration for different artists.
The first Split Festival was held back in 1960, when fashion and music came together at the POŠK swimming pools. Throughout its long festival history, more than 940 songs by the most important Croatian composers have been performed at the festival, interpreted by the most famous names of the domestic music scene. In 1967, the festival moved to Prokurative, where it is still held today.
Program of the 65th Split Festival:
TUESDAY – July 1, 2025
Split Blues Festival – Goran Bare & Majke
The most important Croatian blues songwriter and performer, Goran Bare, along with his band Majke, will headline the 15th Split Blues Festival. This musical treat for local and international visitors will also feature a performance by the fantastic singer Alice Armstrong and her band from London, current winners of the European Blues Challenge 2025. Opening the evening in style will be the excellent Norwegian blues guitarist Tommy Tito and his band, awarded as the top act at the 13th European Blues Challenge.
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THURSDAY – July 3, 2025
HRT Jazz Orchestra – Tribute to Dino Dvornik
The HRT Jazz Orchestra (Croatian Radiotelevision Jazz Orchestra), conducted by Miron Hauser, will perform at Prokurative, playing the greatest hits of Dino Dvornik in reimagined swing/big band arrangements. This tribute marks the 30th anniversary of Dino’s victory at the Split Festival with the song “Ništa kontra Splita.” Dino Dvornik’s body of work has left an indelible mark on Croatian music and remains deeply ingrained in the collective memory of generations. From “Manijak,” “Slon,” and “Ella e” to “Tebi pripadam” and “Misliš da sam blesav,” as well as many other unforgettable songs, they will be performed by the outstanding Sabrina Hebiri and Mario Huljev.
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SATURDAY – July 5, 2025
"Retrospective"
SUNDAY – July 6, 2025
Final evening – Competition of new original songs