St. Prosper Celebration in Hvar 2026 | Programme from 8 to 12 May
Festive celebration of the patron saint of the City of Hvar and the Hvar Diocese
Join us in Hvar for the festive celebration of St. Prosper, co-patron saint of the city and the Hvar Diocese, taking place from 8 to 12 May 2026.
Alongside the traditional fair (fjera), visitors can enjoy a rich multi-day programme for all generations. From concerts, festivals and children’s activities to lectures and the special event Night of Fortresses 2026.
The highlight of the celebration is the solemn Holy Mass and procession, accompanied by a unique atmosphere deeply rooted in Hvar’s local tradition.
PROGRAMME OF ST. PROSPER CELEBRATION 2026
– Friday, 8 May 2026
Festival & opening events
- 17:30 Festivalac – performance by Hvar Primary School students (Arsenal)
- 18:00 – 20:00 Festival of Forgotten Food, Secondary School Hvar (in front of the Loggia)
- 19:00 Opening of the St. Prosper ark and Holy Mass (Cathedral)
– Saturday, 9 May 2026
Fair & family programme
- 10:00 – 20:00 St. Prosper Fair (St. Stephen’s Square)
- 10:00 “Rediscover Play” – children’s entertainment programme (St. Stephen’s Square)
- 16:00 Night of Fortresses 2026 (Fortica Fortress)
- 19:45 Lecture “Calling upon St. Prosper” – Zorka Bibić Pilloni (Cathedral)
– Sunday, 10 May 2026 | Feast of St. Prosper
Main religious & cultural programme
- 10:00 – 17:00 St. Prosper Fair (St. Stephen’s Square)
- 18:00 Solemn Holy Mass and procession (Cathedral)
- 20:00 Children’s concert of the Folklore Society Šaltin + guests (Veneranda)
- 21:00 Concert of the Hvar City Band (Arsenal)
– Monday, 11 May 2026
School community programme
- 19:00 “Students for School Day” – Hvar Primary School (Theatre)
– Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Musical closing event
- 20:30 “Songs through Seasons – Seasons through Songs”
Concert by Faroski Kantaduri and the Children’s Mixed Klapa Stari Grad
(Hvar Theatre)
ORGANISERS
City of Hvar • Hvar Tourist Board • HVAR 1612 • Parish of Hvar • Forske užonce
