Preparations for “Advent in Pula – L’Avvento a Pola” are in full swing so that the Christmas magic can begin on November 30th, when, for the first time in Pula, the panoramic Ferris wheel – Pula Eye – will start operating on the Riva waterfront. It is 28 meters high and consists of 21 gondolas, each accommodating four people, with the ride lasting approximately 7 minutes. The regular ticket price is €8.00 for adults and €6.00 for children, while children with disabilities will be able to ride for free. The Pula Eye will remain on the Pula Riva until January 11, 2026.
In addition to the already announced music program, here are the dates for the performances at Portarata. The program opens on December 12th at 8:30 PM with Mile Kekin, followed by Piknik Park, a long-standing and Europe’s most recognized Linkin Park Tribute band from Budapest, performing on December 13th. One of the most significant and acclaimed Croatian singers, Vanna, will perform on December 19th with her band, followed by Klapa Šufit on December 20th, a vocal group active for over 30 years.
Performances continue with sought-after artists such as the Zagreb pop-rock band Pips, Chips & Videoclips on December 24th, the regionally popular indie rock duo Buč Kesidi on December 25th, and on December 26th Gitarijada presents – Rock on stage, featuring young Pula bands. One of the pioneers of trap music in the region, Hiljson Mandela, will perform on December 27th, while the Dalmatian pop singer-songwriter Tedi Spalato will take the stage on December 30th.
For an unforgettable New Year’s Eve at noon at Portarata, the energetic young hip-hop artist Lima Len will perform. In the evening, Ivan Licul will warm up the crowd before the legendary Gustafi. On the Forum Square, DJ Jinxie Groovse will start the celebration, and Neno Belan & Fiumens will lead us into the New Year, followed by Funbox Band.
On January 1st, the energetic band Febra guarantees a great blues-soul-jazz atmosphere at Portarata, followed by the Osijek hardcore punk band Debeli Precjednik on January 2nd. Near the end of Advent, on January 3rd, the iconic Croatian rock band Psihomodo Pop will perform, and on January 6th the Dino Dvornik Tribute.
The main organizer of Advent in Pula is Pula Film Festival Public Institution, with the support of the City of Pula and the Tourist Board of the City of Pula. All information and updates can be found at www.adventupuli.hr and on the official social media channels of Advent in Pula.