Vodice Tourist Board is organizing a picnic in Rakitnica for all citizens and guests of Vodice. The picnic is held by the church of St. John, with participation of the music ensemble and the Cultural Association Vodiške perlice, which will show the traditional customs of preparing wild greens and polenta. At 11:30 a guided walking tour starts from the picnic location to the Liburnian-Roman site on Velika Mrdakovica. The picnic starts at 10:00 with transportation from the Vodice bus station organized for all visitors from 8:30, every half hour.
On April 25, 2026, the 16th Folklore Festival of Šibenik-Knin County will be held at the Cultural and Arts Center in Vodice, starting at 7:00 PM. The festival is being organized for the second time by the Association of Cultural and Artistic Societies of Šibenik-Knin County, with financial support from Šibenik-Knin County and the Ministry of Culture and Media of the Republic of Croatia.
The traditional Easter Breakfast will be held on Easter Monday in Vodice on Kneza Branimira Square starting at 9:45 am. In addition to the festive table that will offer visitors local specialties, an entertainment program and a fair of local products have been prepared.
29 March 2026 – Palm Sunday
09:00 – Holy Mass and blessing of olive branches
11:00 – Blessing of olive branches in the square, procession to the church and Holy Mass
17:00 – Stations of the Cross devotion at Okit
19:00 – Evening Mass
2 April 2026 – Holy Thursday
19:00 – Mass of the Lord’s Supper
3 April 2026 – Good Friday
11:00 – Stations of the Cross in the church
14:00 – Our Lady’s Lament
19:00 – Celebration of the Lord’s Passion: Liturgy of the Word, veneration of the Holy Cross, Communion, procession through the town
4 April 2026 – Holy Saturday
20:00 – Easter Vigil: blessing of the fire, Liturgy of Light, “Žudije fall”, Eucharist and blessing of food
5 April 2026 – Easter
Holy Masses at 09:00 (blessing of food), 11:00 and 19:00
6 April 2026 – Easter Monday
08:00 – Wake-up performance by the Vodice band
09:45 – 36th Easter breakfast with program (Prince Branimir Square)
20:00 – Concert in the parish church – Lira Choir
24.01. – Opening of the Carnival Festivities and Pajama Party
01.02. – Small and Big Ball-Bearing Cart Races
04.02. – Carnival Workshop for Primary School Students
07.02. – Carnival Dance for the Youngest
10.02. – Carnival Storytime and Workshop for the Youngest
12.02. – School Carnival Dance
13.02. – Carnival Dance
17.02. – Carnival Tuesday
More details on the poster.
Organizer: Udruga Vodiški pokladi
✨ Lighting of Advent Candles at the Well on the Square
✨ Saturdays: November 29, and December 6, 13, and 20, 2025, at 6:30 PM
Bring your own Advent wreaths for a blessing.
Dear parishioners and citizens of Vodice, join us!
Come, Lord Jesus!
✨ Lighting of Advent Candles at the Well on the Square
✨ Saturdays: November 29, and December 6, 13, and 20, 2025, at 6:30 PM
Bring your own Advent wreaths for a blessing.
Dear parishioners and citizens of Vodice, join us!
Come, Lord Jesus!
Vodice will soon shine again in its most magnificent festive attire! From December 12, 2025, to January 3, 2026, the town will become the center of holiday magic and joy – the Vodice Tourist Board and the City of Vodice are once again organizing Advent in Vodice.
Over the years, this event has grown into a favorite gathering place during the holidays, bringing together many locals and visitors who come to enjoy the warm, cheerful, and colorful Advent atmosphere. Everything takes place in the beautiful setting of the town park on Knez Branimir Square, which will once again sparkle this winter with thousands of lights and festive decorations.
The cultural association Vodiške Perlice is working diligently to preserve Vodice's traditions. On St. Lucy’s Day, they will present folk customs and show how this holiday was once celebrated in the homes of Vodice.
Come, children big and small – admission is free!
✨ Lighting of Advent Candles at the Well on the Square
✨ Saturdays: November 29, and December 6, 13, and 20, 2025, at 6:30 PM
Bring your own Advent wreaths for a blessing.
Dear parishioners and citizens of Vodice, join us!
Come, Lord Jesus!
✨ Lighting of Advent Candles at the Well on the Square
✨ Saturdays: November 29, and December 6, 13, and 20, 2025, at 6:30 PM
Bring your own Advent wreaths for a blessing.
Dear parishioners and citizens of Vodice, join us!
Come, Lord Jesus!
On Saturday, October 4th, starting at 10 a.m., at Trg kneza Branimira (Đardin), Marenda “returns” to Vodice as a unique gastro event celebrating the tradition of Dalmatian cuisine, local products, and customs of this region.
The project “Taste like Marenda” aims, through monthly events, to revive the culture of marenda as an important part of Dalmatian identity and to highlight the value of local gastronomy, producers, and traditional customs. We invite everyone to join us and enjoy the authentic tastes and aromas of Dalmatia.
On September 20, 2025, at the Center for Culture and Arts in Vodice, the 7th Festival of Children's Folklore Creativity will be held, starting at 5:00 p.m., organized by the Cultural Association Kolajnica with the support of the City of Vodice, the Tourist Board of Šibenik-Knin County, and the Tourist Board of Vodice.
The event is non-competitive and will bring together 8 children’s folklore ensembles (6 from Croatia and 2 from Bosnia and Herzegovina). The festival will be preceded by a festive parade of participants through the town streets (from the Riva to Poljana and back to the Cultural Center), starting at 4:30 p.m.
Program:
- Toni Brajković: Vestigia vitae – Traces of Life
- Short play Vae nobis – Woe to Us
- Archery tournament
- Pottery workshop
- Wreath-making workshop
- Lunctus Tribus – fire performance
- Gastronomic offer
- Fair
Free transport from the Vodice bus station from 6:00 p.m.
Ticket: €5
Organizers: Tourist Board of the City of Vodice and the Center for Art and Culture
Taste grilled sardines, shellfish stew and homemade wine at the traditional Fishermen Evening in Vodice!
Organizer: ŠRK Mali porat
Keeping old customs alive, we give you Šaša i pulenta, the unique gastronomic event. Come to Vodice and taste traditional dishes of our ancestors!
The traditional summer fest in Šepurina is held every year on August 16th, and is known for its relaxed atmosphere in a unique island setting.
Klapa singing is a traditional form of multipart a cappella singing characteristic of Dalmatia, distinguished by harmonious voices and emotional interpretations. With performances of some of the best dalmatian klapa ensembles, this event has become an audience's favourite when it comes to summer night's fun. Enjoying the superb performances under the starry sky is a night to remember, don't miss it!
On August 4th, Vodice is gearing up for the best night of the summer! In addition to an incredible music program, visitors can enjoy a rich selection of food and drinks along the Vodice promenade, squares, and local venues. The traditional midnight fireworks will add a special touch to this unique summer night, with entertainment lasting until the early hours of the morning. Don’t miss this exceptional summer fest!