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Welcome to the Visualia Festival 2026 in Pula
From September 17 to 19, 2026, the old town of Pula transforms for the twelfth time into a stage of light, technology and contemporary visual art. The Visualia Festival is recognized as Croatia's first festival of light and draws thousands of visitors from Croatia and abroad into the historic city center over three evenings.
Highlights and Attractions at the Visualia Festival in Pula
- Around 13 locations across the old town featuring light installations, video mapping and projections
- An official opening on Thursday at 8 PM at Portarata square
- The illuminated cranes of the Uljanik shipyard, known as the Lighting Giants and a symbol of the city
- 3D and 2D video mapping projected onto historic facades, churches and monuments
- Contributions from international and local light artists
- Works presented as part of IMAGINE PEACE, a European project connecting Visualia with four other light festivals
- A program set around the Roman amphitheater of Pula and other ancient landmarks
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
The festival runs over three evenings from Thursday to Saturday, with installations and projections open each night from 8 PM to midnight. A fixed route leads from the central square of Portarata through Sergijevaca street and the Forum to churches, palaces and other historic sites across the city. The full program and artist lineup will be published on the official website ahead of the event.
Tickets and Admission for the Visualia Festival Pula
The Visualia Festival is completely free to attend at every location, no ticket is required. Visitors simply need to arrive during opening hours, from 8 PM to midnight, at the different sites to experience the installations and projections.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Pula
- The old town of Pula is best explored on foot, since most locations sit close together
- Warm clothing is a good idea for the late evening hours, as the program runs until midnight
- Accommodation in Pula should be booked early, since other events such as the Pula Marathon also take place in September
- A digital festival map covering all locations is available through the official website and the local tourist information office
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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