Dubrovnik is getting ready to run into the holidays! The traditional Božićna Utrka 10K (Christmas Run) returns on Saturday, December 20, 2025, starting at 9:00 a.m. from Gruž Obala.

This much-loved event doubles as the final (7th) round of the Dubrovnik MultiSport League 2025 and is an open race for all participants — whether you’re a competitive runner or simply want to enjoy a cheerful December jog through the city.

The scenic route will lead runners from Gruž to Lapad and back, offering a festive mix of exercise, community, and holiday joy. After crossing the finish line, participants can dive straight into the Dubrovnik Winter Festival, brimming with lights, food, and Christmas cheer.

The entry fee is 10 euros, payable in cash upon number collection from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. at Urban & Veggie Bistro (Obala Stjepana Radića 13, Gruž). The fee includes event organization, a warm drink, and Urban & Veggie’s famous cinnamon rolls — the perfect treat after a run.

Online registration remains open until December 19, 2025.

Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
Start time: 09:00, Gruž Obala
Route: Gruž – Lapad – Gruž
Entry fee: 10 EUR (includes organization, drink, and cinnamon rolls)

So lace up your shoes, join the fun, and celebrate the season the Dubrovnik way — with energy, laughter, and festive cheer!

Aegean Airlines is finally set to introduce seasonal flights between Thessaloniki and Dubrovnik for the summer 2026 schedule.

Originally planned for launch in July 2020, the route was postponed due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This time, the Greek carrier is ready to take off, with the inaugural flight set for June 1, 2026.

Flights will operate twice weekly, on Mondays and Saturdays, using ATR 72-600 aircraft operated by Aegean’s regional subsidiary Olympic Air. The service will run until September 28, 2026, offering travellers an easy connection between Greece’s second-largest city and Croatia’s iconic Adriatic destination, reports EX-YU Aviation.

The new route will complement Aegean’s existing Athens–Dubrovnik service, which will continue next summer with up to seven weekly flights, further strengthening the airline’s presence in the Croatian market.

The Croatian state-owned company Državne nekretnine (State Properties) achieved €17.3 million in revenue from property management in the first nine months of 2025 — a 17% increase compared to the same period last year.

By the end of September, the company managed over 12,700 properties, marking a 5% rise year-on-year. During this period, it launched renovation projects for around 200 apartments in nine cities, intended for protected tenants and affordable housing.

Thanks to its focus on activating unused properties, the company conducted eight public tenders for leasing approximately 200 business premises and three tenders for selling about 50 apartments and office spaces. Državne nekretnine also signed 121% more contracts than planned for 2025 and invested €2.9 million in property maintenance and upgrades.

Despite higher operational and material costs caused by portfolio expansion, total nine-month income reached €19.2 million, up 9.7% from last year. EBITDA rose by 2%, while net profit was 4% lower than in 2024.

The Dubrovnik City Walls are set to receive a new entrance from the Buža area, easing pressure on the existing access points. The Society of Friends of Dubrovnik Antiquities (DPDS) announced that the new entry will be created following the restoration of the Drezvenik Tower, the first tower from Buža in the direction of Minčeta, reports Juginfo

“This has been in our plans for many years,” said Maro Kapović, Secretary of the DPDS. “Drezvenik Tower is one of the most prominent towers above Buža. It was largely destroyed in the Great Earthquake of 1667 and completely ruined during the 1979 earthquake. In cooperation with the conservation department, we developed a conceptual project, and we are now close to obtaining a building permit.”

Kapović explained that restoring the tower will not only revive an important part of the city’s fortifications but also improve the visitor experience on Dubrovnik’s most famous landmark.

“Our goal is to bring the tower back to life, primarily by adding another entrance to the City Walls. The tower will also include restrooms, a small souvenir shop, and an emergency exit, which is especially important because the northern section of the Walls is where visitors most often feel unwell during the summer heat,” Kapović added.

The completion of works is expected next year.

“Of course, we would like everything done as soon as possible, but first we must complete all the necessary procedures. Once we obtain the building permit, we will select a contractor. Since this is not a major construction project, I believe the work will be completed next year. It may be optimistic to expect it by May or June, but we are confident it will be finished during 2026,” concluded Kapović.

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Libertas Dubrovnik continues its ongoing investment in improving and modernizing its fleet across all categories of transport and user needs. The city’s public transport company has introduced a new Iveco Daily van designed specifically for the transport of persons with disabilities.

This multifunctional vehicle has a capacity of eight passengers plus one wheelchair, with the option to accommodate an additional wheelchair by removing seats. The vehicle is equipped to provide safe, comfortable, and efficient mobility for users with special needs.

In a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, Libertas Dubrovnik announced that another identical vehicle will soon join the fleet, further enhancing transport options for persons with disabilities. Importantly, this service is provided free of charge to users.

The new van’s dimensions reflect its spacious and adaptable design — with a total exterior length of 6,118 mm and an exterior width (with folded side mirrors) of 2,052 mm — allowing for both maneuverability and ample interior comfort.

The fifth anniversary edition of the LUMIART Festival of Light lit up Dubrovnik from November 7 to 9, 2025, bringing an extraordinary fusion of art, technology, and imagination to the city’s historic core. Organized by the Dubrovnik Tourist Board and Pixel Design, with the support of the City of Dubrovnik, this year’s edition carried the theme “Underwater City.”

With more than 40 projectors and a range of advanced multimedia systems, LUMIART 2025 delivered its most technically ambitious production to date. Artists from across Europe and beyond contributed to the spectacle, transforming Dubrovnik’s landmarks into glowing works of art.

The program spanned 13 locations, including the northern section of the City Walls and three of Dubrovnik’s most iconic fortresses — Minčeta, Lovrjenac, and St. John’s (Sv. Ivan).

This year’s novelty was the collaboration with the Dubrovnik Jazz Outbreak Festival, held simultaneously, along with special programs at the Dubrovnik Aquarium (Institute for Marine and Coastal Research, University of Dubrovnik) as part of its Open Days. Visitors also enjoyed children’s workshops and projections by the Dubrovnik Natural History Museum, enriching the family-friendly atmosphere.

The festival also deepened its partnership with the University of Dubrovnik’s Faculty of Media and Public Relations, offering students hands-on experience before and during LUMIART. Selected students will continue their practical training at the upcoming 12th Dubrovnik Winter Festival.

Although this year’s edition has just concluded, preparations are already underway for the sixth LUMIART Festival, promising an even more dazzling display of light, creativity, and innovation in 2026.

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At the end of October 2025, there were 77,825 registered unemployed persons in Croatia, a 9.8% decrease compared to the same month last year, according to data from the Croatian Employment Service (HZZ) released on Monday. Despite the annual drop, unemployment rose by 4.4% from September, adding 3,266 new jobseekers.

Daily figures from HZZ show 78,806 people currently unemployed and 16,255 job vacancies advertised. During October, 18,072 people registered as unemployed, 73% of whom came from previous employment. Meanwhile, 14,806 people left unemployment records, with 8,643 finding work — mostly in retail, manufacturing, and education sectors.

Regionally, the highest employment numbers were recorded in Zagreb (1,088 new hires), Split-Dalmatia County (1,079), and Osijek-Baranja County (903). The largest number of unemployed individuals remains in Split-Dalmatia (12,005), followed by Osijek-Baranja (10,564) and Zagreb (10,011). The fewest were registered in Lika-Senj County (929).

In October, 20,449 people received unemployment benefits — a 20% increase from the previous year — while 14,867 job openings were posted, representing 22,912 available positions. However, the overall demand for workers fell by 9.4% compared to October 2024.

The Dubrovnik Museums have been recognised with two annual awards from the Croatian Museum Association for outstanding achievements in 2024. The awards were presented on November 10, 2025, at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Zagreb, celebrating the museum’s excellence in exhibition design and publishing.

In the category of Best Realised Exhibition, Ivona Michl received the award for “Dubrovnik and UNESCO”, a landmark exhibition held in the Rector’s Palace in collaboration with the State Archives of Dubrovnik. The show presented rare archival material from the Dubrovnik Republic (1022–1808) and artefacts from the museum’s collection, marking several key anniversaries: 45 years since Dubrovnik’s inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage List, 15 years since the Feast of St. Blaise was added to the Intangible Heritage List, and the 2023 inclusion of Dubrovnik’s archival collections in UNESCO’s “Memory of the World” register.

The second award, in the category of Museum Publication, went to the Dubrovnik Museums for the bilingual monograph “Stećci and Other Late Medieval Tombstones in Konavle”, authored by Dr. Domagoj Perkić. The book documents 50 sites containing medieval and early modern tombstones from the 13th to 15th centuries, when the tradition of stećci reached its artistic and cultural peak in the region.

At the Zagreb ceremony, Ivona Michl and Dr. Perkić were joined by Museum Director Dr. Marija Šiša-Vivek and Head of Culture, Heritage and Tourism for the City of Dubrovnik Dr. Julijana Antić Brautović. The Dubrovnik Museums extended their congratulations to the award-winning team and expressed gratitude to the Croatian Museum Association for recognising their continued efforts to preserve, research, and promote the cultural heritage of Dubrovnik.