EVENINGS IN THE SQUARE 2026 – KRKAVČE

Summer evenings under the stars in the heart of an Istrian village

This year, “Večeri na placu” (Evenings in the Square) returns as a popular series of cultural events that brings life to Istrian villages during the summer months. After last year’s edition in Pomjan, the project is moving to Krkavče, one of the most picturesque Istrian villages, where the village square will host a blend of music, film, dialect storytelling, and convivial gatherings throughout the summer.

Visitors can look forward to unforgettable summer evenings in a relaxed atmosphere rooted in Istrian heritage, featuring performances by renowned musicians, artists, and cultural creators. All events are free of charge.

When?

From 30 June to 29 August 2026.

Where?

Krkavče – village square

PROGRAM

30 June at 8:00 PM – Concert: VRUJA – 25th Anniversary

The music ensemble Vruja is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, along with the 40-year creative journey of its founder Marino Kranjac in the field of Istrian folk music. The evening will be dedicated to the rich musical heritage of Istria, interwoven with original interpretations and the group’s distinctive sound.

14 July at 8:00 PM: Libris Summer Dialect Evening

Talk-and-music evening: The traditional summer evening organized by Libris Bookstore will once again bring together dialect speech, conversation, and music, offering visitors a closer experience of the richness of local cultural heritage.

28 July at 9:00 PM: Film Evening – Kino Istra

The traveling summer cinema of the Otok Institute will also make a stop in Krkavče this year. In the pleasant setting of the village square, a selected film will be screened under the starry sky. The title of the film will be announced at the end of June.

11 August at 8:00 PM: Concert Evening – Jaka Strajnar (handpan), Duo MuzeFuze and Elvis Šahbaz

A special musical evening will bring together three distinct musical stories. The duo MuzeFuze performs arrangements of songs from the world’s musical heritage, with a special focus on the Istrian tradition. Jaka Strajnar, former resident of the Alojz Kocjančič House in Kubed, will present the meditative sounds of the handpan – a modern acoustic percussion instrument whose gentle resonances invite relaxation and immersion in the present moment. The evening will be rounded off by Elvis Šahbaz, a master guitarist who creates intimate and evocative soundscapes through his music.

29 August at 8:00 PM: Concert – En Big Band

To conclude this year’s “Večeri na placu”, the En Big Band will deliver an energetic, summer-inspired repertoire of songs from both the global and local music scene.

Welcome in Krkavče.

Free entry.