Altroke Sladka Istra

On Saturday, 13 September 2025, Koper will once again host the sweetest event of the year – Altroke Sladka Istra! The traditional sweets festival Sladka Istra merges again with the Altroke Istra Gourmet Festival, bringing together the best desserts and local flavors in one place.

Over 60 stalls on Ukmar Square will tempt you with:

• traditional Istrian desserts (fritole, crostoli, krafi, apple strudel …),
• contemporary pastry creations by renowned masters,
• a sweet selection of wines and honey-based products,
• and a choice of savory Istrian specialties (truffles, prosciutto, and seafood dishes).

CHILDREN'S PROGRAM (park near Piazza Anton Ukmar)

10:00–18:00: Indian Village (workshops, performances and animations for children)
10:00–13:00: Sweet Creativity (workshop)
11:00: The Indian Secret (show)
15:00: Indian Party (music and dance animation)

BOAT TRIP TO THE WRECK OF THE REX SHIP

Schedule: 10:15–18:15 (departures every hour – 10:15, 11:15, 12:15 etc.)
Admission: €3 for people over 18. Free for those under 18, but mandatory accompaniment by parents.
Tickets: Available at the info point on the day of the event from 10:00 onwards until all seats are filled.

STAGE EVENTS

12:00–12:20: Sweet KeBon with Matic
14:30: Let’s learn “Sweet goes to the heart” in sign language with the Association of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing of the Coastal Region
15:00: Announcement of the Best Moscato Altroke Sweet Istria
18:30: Performance by Liquid Gasoline
20:00: Performance by Žan Videc

CITY ACTIVITIES

France Prešeren Square: International Fair Book, Salt and Koper (10:00–17:00)
Taverna: ART-Sou (10:00–20:00)
ŠRC Bonifika: Movement for Health (10:00–13:00)

Take this opportunity for an autumn getaway to Koper – sweet treats and a relaxed seaside vibe are waiting for you! Save the date!