Summer on Hvar? Here’s your complete guide to events happening all over the island. Concerts, festivals, feasts, stand-up shows, party nights, and theatre performances—you’ll find all the information you need in one place.
Hvar Town
This July, Hvar Town offers a rich music and entertainment program. On July 1, you can enjoy a concert by the female klapa Bodulke, followed by a performance by klapa Galešnik on July 2. From July 3 to 5, the Lavender Festival takes place, bringing evening concerts and DJ sets alongside fairs and workshops, with a special focus on programs in both Velo Grablje and Hvar. The open-air Veneranda stage will host the Vasil Hadžimov Band on July 5 and 12, while the Faroski Kantaduri klapa performs in Veli đardin on July 7. On July 14, there’s a concert by Hojsak & Novosel, and on July 15, ballet lovers can see "Othello" by the Varaždin National Theatre at the Marina Držić Theatre. On July 16, klapa Bodulke returns to Veli đardin, and on July 18, Hvar hosts a concert by pianist Martina Filjak and cellist Monika Leskovar. The month wraps up with a concert by Hari Rončević on July 25 and a performance by GSU Stella Maris Hvar on July 26.
Jelsa
Jelsa will also be lively: on July 3, there’s a stand-up evening with Splicka Scena, and on July 4, a concert by Hiljson Mandela and Miach. The Jelsa od Versa Festival on July 12 brings together musicians and performers for a rich entertainment program. On July 14, the Stella Maris Hvar GSU vocal group performs, and on July 19, Adi Šoše & Al Music Band take the stage. The end of the month is reserved for the Mudri Brk Festival from July 25 to 27, offering several days of music and fun, and the traditional Fishermen’s Night on July 31.
Stari Grad
Stari Grad offers a diverse selection of entertainment for adults. On July 5, enjoy the stand-up show "Nekulturno uzdizanje" by Ivica Lazaneo. On July 14, there’s a Party Night with DJ Goldfinch, and on July 15, the play "Adio pameti" is on the program. On July 16, the Hvar String Quartet presents a film music concert, and on July 27, there’s a klapa evening called "URA S KLAPON." The month closes on July 31 with a concert by the popular klapa Rišpet.
Sućuraj
Sućuraj hosts one of the island’s most important summer festivals—the TAM TAM Music Festival, running from July 10 to 19. The festival brings together the regional and international alternative music scene, with concerts, DJ sets, and supporting programs at various venues around the town and in the seaside festival camp. You’ll hear bands like KOIKOI, Veja, Nina Romić, Lucy Kruger & The Lost Boys, Libertybell, and many more, with the festival known for its relaxed vibe and eco-friendly approach.
Quick event overview by date and location:
1.7. Hvar: Female klapa Bodulke concert
2.7. Hvar: Klapa Galešnik
3.–5.7. Hvar/Velo Grablje: Lavender Festival – concerts, DJ program
3.7. Jelsa: Stand-up Splicka Scena
4.7. Jelsa: Hiljson Mandela & Miach concert
5.7. Hvar: Vasil Hadžimov Band
Stari Grad: Stand-up Ivica Lazaneo "Nekulturno uzdizanje"
7.7. Hvar: Klapa Faroski Kantaduri
12.7. Jelsa: Jelsa od Versa Festival
Hvar: Vasil Hadžimov Band
14.7. Jelsa: Stella Maris Hvar GSU concert
Hvar: Hojsak & Novosel concert
Stari Grad: Party Night with DJ Goldfinch
15.7. Hvar: Ballet "Othello," Varaždin National Theatre
Stari Grad: Play "Adio pameti"
16.7. Hvar: Klapa Bodulke
Stari Grad: Hvar String Quartet – film music concert
18.7. Hvar: Martina Filjak & Monika Leskovar
19.7. Jelsa: Adi Šoše & Al Music Band concert
25.–27.7. Jelsa: Mudri Brk Festival
25.7. Hvar: Hari Rončević concert
26.7. Hvar: GSU Stella Maris Hvar concert
27.7. Stari Grad: URA S KLAPON
31.7. Jelsa: Fishermen’s Night
Stari Grad: Klapa Rišpet concert
10.–19.7. Sućuraj: TAM TAM Music Festival
These are the most important concerts, festivals, feasts, stand-up shows, party nights, and theatre performances on Hvar Island in July 2025. Whether you love klapa music, the alternative scene, big concerts, comedy, or traditional fishermen’s nights, Hvar offers a rich and diverse summer program for anyone seeking an authentic Dalmatian atmosphere and top entertainment.