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Drniš Pršut Festival

The ninth International Pršut Festival is a prominent gastronomic event held in Drniš, Croatia, on August 28–29, 2026. Hosted at the Antun Mihanović Sports Hall, the festival celebrates the region’s traditional dry-cured ham through producer exhibits, tasting sessions, and cultural entertainment.

Date
Aug 28-29, 2026
Location
Drniš
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Drniš Pršut Festival

Event summary

Highlights

  • Tastings and sales of EU-protected Drniš pršut
  • Traditional pršut-cutting competition featuring regional officials
  • Exhibits from approximately 30 producers from Croatia and Italy
  • Live musical performances by Mate Grgat and Hrvatske ruže
The 2026 edition of the International Pršut Festival brings together approximately 30 exhibitors from across Croatia and Italy to showcase premium cured meats. Centered in the Antun Mihanović Sports Hall, the two-day program emphasizes the Drniš pršut, a product holding European Union protected status. Visitors can sample various regional delicacies and witness the traditional craft of ham production that defines the Dalmatian hinterland.

Key activities include a pršut-cutting competition and expert discussions regarding industry challenges, branding, and market development. The event also serves as a cultural gathering with live music; the 2026 schedule features performances by Mate Grgat on Friday and the group Hrvatske ruže on Saturday evening. Organized by local civic and trade associations, the festival aims to bridge traditional gastronomy with modern tourism.

Practical details

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Antun Mihanović Sports Hall
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