Advent Zadar

Location Zadar
Date 24-11-2023 - 06-01-2024

During this six-week period, Zadar turns from a summer into a winter fairytale with Christmas concerts, workshops, theatre plays and lots and lots of tasty foods.

Dance, ice-skate, laugh and simply enjoy the magical atmosphere. Especially during the New Year’s Eve when the whole town turns into a big party!

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Zadar Christmas Run

Location Zadar
Date 16-12-2023

Zadar Christmas Run 2023 is a sporting event organized as part of the Advent in Zadar.

In its first edition in 2019, it generated enormous interest and 600 runners reported the race. It runs from Puntamika to Advent. For the race, red Christmas caps are prepared for all competitors, as well as commemorative red T-shirts. Part of the funds is donated to the General Hospital in Zadar - children's department.

*photo: Iva Perinčić

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Wings for Life World Run

Location Zadar
Date 05-05-2024

Zadar is the only official Wings for Life World Run race whose route extends along the sea from start to finish line.

The Wings for Life World Run is inspirational and inclusive. It encourages both able bodied and wheelchair participants of all fitness and experience levels. The beauty of the Wings For Life World Run is that this is no finish line, the finish line catches you! So it’s all about achieving your own personal best. By signing up you will be joining hundreds of thousands of runners worldwide, running at the same time. 100% of your entry fee goes directly to Wings for Life trust dedicated to find a cure for spinal cord injuries.

Whole world for one goal!

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Zadarhalf Triathlon by Falkensteiner Punta Skala

Location Petrčane
Date 05-10-2024 - 05-10-2024

Zadarhalf triathlon takes place in the Falkensteiner resort Punta Skala and Zadar region since 2014. The resort is ideal location for triathlon races and camps – it is surrounded with crystal clear sea for the swim course, Zadar region has fantastic road infrastructure for the bicycle course and running by the sea through the resort and the Dalmatian picturesque village Petrčane is really beautiful.

 It is a middle distance triathlon, that is 1.9 km swim, 90 km bicycle and 21 km running. The race is perfect for active holidays for all generations and the whole event is designed in the way that competitors bring their families and/or friends with them, have some relaxing and fun time together, but also to compete. This is why there are, besides the main event, 2 smaller races – 5k run and aquathlon for children – something to meet everyone’s taste. The event lasts for couple of days and it also includes workshops about proper dietary programs or trainings and there is also the official race triathlon camp where you can test the courses under professional guidance and get feedback and advice how to improve your results just days before the race. 

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5. Granfondo Falkensteiner Borik - Zadar Region

Location Zadar
Date 19-10-2024 - 19-10-2024

The international cycling race Granfondo Falkensteiner Borik – Zadar Region passes through the beautiful area of the historic city of Nin and returns to Northeast Zadar County. 

The races start and finish in the beautiful resort of Falkensteiner Borik. A world class, fun and family friendly cycling challenge for all ages and abilities!Whether you are preparing for an upcoming multi-day bike race or just looking to enjoy a bike ride, you are certain to take away several new tricks and tips by pedaling along the unreal routes of North Dalmatia.

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