Festival LOSINAVA - Sailing the world for centuries is dedicated to the rich maritime and shipbuilding tradition of the island of Lošinj.
From September 5 to 19, 2026, Lošinj will revive the spirit of the golden age of seafaring! The LOSINAVA Festival combines sport, culture, music, and education, turning the island into a stage dedicated to the sea and those who live by it. It celebrates Lošinj’s centuries-old maritime and shipbuilding traditions while giving all generations the chance to creatively and enjoyably discover the stories, skills, and customs shaping the island’s identity. Over two weeks, visitors can enjoy regattas, sports competitions, concerts, lectures, and interactive workshops.
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PROGRAMME:
Saturday, 5 September
The Opening Ceremony "Losinava", Mali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana, at 10 a.m.
(a parade featuring the regatta particiapants, the J. Kašman Wind Orchestra & Lošinj Majorettes)
14th Lošinj Pasara Rowing Boat Regatta, Mali Lošinj, port, at 10:30a.m.
6th Wooden Barrel Regatta, Veli Lošinj, port, at 5 p.m.
Little School of Net Weaving, Veli Lošinj, port, from 7 until 9 p.m.
TBF - Concert & DJ & gastro offer, Veli Lošinj, port, at 9 p.m.
Monday, 7 September
Sunset sail - watching the sunset on board the Nerezinac lugger, Mali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana, at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, 8 September
Sunset sail - watching the sunset on board the Nerezinac lugger, Mali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana, at 6 p.m.
Wednesday, 9 September
Sunset sail - watching the sunset on board the Nerezinac lugger, Mali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana, at 6 p.m.
Thursday, 10 September
"Addio - a farewell to the captain" - a scenic reenactment of sailors' departure, Mali Lošinj, Čikat bay, at 10:30 a.m.
Sunset sail - watching the sunset on board the Nerezinac lugger, Mali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana, at 6 p.m.
Sunset Concert - Magic Guitars Duo, Mali Lošinj, Čikat bay (Addio statue), at 7 p.m.
Friday, 11 September
9th Traditional Sailboat Night Regatta, Mali Lošinj, port, at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, 12 September
Maritime Evening, Mali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana i Main square, at 7 p.m.
(performances by folk bands, a cappella vocal ensembles, a wind orchestra & demonstration of traditional maritime crafts and trades)
44th Lošinj Regatta - Lošinj Olympians Regatta: a navigation regatta & a windward-leeward course regatta (u štap), Lošinj island waters & Mali Lošinj port, at 10 a.m.
Alen Nižetić - Concert, Mali Lošinj, Main square, at 9 p.m.
Sunday, 13 September
44th Lošinj Regatta - Lošinj Olympians Regatta: a navigation regatta & a windward-leeward course regatta (u štap), Lošinj island waters & Mali Lošinj port, at 10 a.m.
Monday, 14 September
Sunset sail - watching the sunset on board the Nerezinac lugger, Mali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana, at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, 15 September
Sunset sail - watching the sunset on board the Nerezinac lugger, Mali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana, at 6 p.m.
Wednesday, 16 September
Sunset sail - watching the sunset on board the Nerezinac lugger, Mali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana, at 6 p.m.
Thursday, 17 September
"Addio - a farewell to the captain" - a scenic reenactment of sailors' departure, Mali Lošinj, Čikat bay, at 10:30 a.m.
Sunset sail - watching the sunset on board the Nerezinac lugger, Mali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana, at 6 p.m.
Sunset Concert - Magic Guitars Duo, Mali Lošinj, Čikat bay (Addio statue), at 7 p.m.
Saturday, 19 September
50th Nerezine Traditional Sailboat Regatta, Nerezine, port,at noon
Petar Dragojević - Concert, Nerezine, Studenac square, at 9 p.m.
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DURING THE FESTIVAL, ENJOY THE Taste of Vitality GASTRO DELICACIES AT LOŠINJ RESTAURANTS.
“A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.”
