City of Gospić - Patron Saint's Day
Patron Saint's Day in Gospić is celebrated on July 22nd on the feast of St. Mary Magdalene, the patron saint of the city. According to the tradition in Croatia, Patron Saint's Day is celebrated as the day of that city. As part of the celebration, a number of cultural, sports, and musical events are held during June and July. The main celebration is held on Stjepan Radić Square, where one can see the performance of the Majorettes of the City of Gospić, the Wind Orchestra of the City of Gospić, the Historical Unit of the City of Gospić "Lika regiment", the Folklore Ensemble "Dr. Ante Starčević ”. In addition to the entertainment program, there is also a gastronomic offer, and at the very end, fireworks are prepared.
Stjepan Radic Square Gospić - Croatia / Lika-Senj county
Tourist experience: Visitors can enjoy music, performances by majorettes, folk ensemble, wind orchestra, and try various gastronomic specialties.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: 1 day
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Accessible to everyone
Tourist contact: Tourist Board Gospić
Cultural immaterial heritage: Local traditions or legend, Local events (theatre, music, dance, exhibitions), Folkloristic dances, City of Gospić orchestra, tamburitza ensemble, majorettes etc.
Hidden intangible patrimony: Gastronomy and culinary practices, Local customs
Experiences: Gastronomy, Musical events
Form filler: Tamara Božić Smojver