Thompson's Zaprešić concert ignites stadium on anniversary of world record

Marko Perković Thompson electrified Zaprešić on July 4, 2026, with a massive concert at the Ivan Laljak-Ivić stadium. The singer shared a series of impressive photos on Instagram, showcasing a vibrant atmosphere filled with pyrotechnics, fireworks, and a sea of fans.

The concert's visuals captured a stage bathed in light and special effects, accompanied by professional fireworks lighting up the night sky. Thousands of fans, many waving Croatian flags and holding up their hands, created the signature backdrop associated with Thompson's performances. The palpable energy between the artist and his audience was evident in the images, highlighting an event that resonated deeply with attendees.

This Zaprešić performance held special significance as it occurred exactly one year after Thompson's historic concert at Zagreb's Hipodrom on July 5, 2025. That earlier event reportedly drew over 500,000 people, setting a world record for the largest-ever paid solo concert. The immense demand for the Zaprešić concert mirrored the previous year's success, with the first batch of tickets selling out within hours in May. Additional tickets were released in late June due to expanded stadium capacity following construction work.

Details from the stage included Thompson's distinctive sword-shaped microphone stand, and among the crowd, a jersey of Croatian footballer Luka Modrić was spotted. Thompson opened the Zaprešić show with the song 'Ustani iz sjene' ('Rise from the Shadow'), signaling a night of powerful performance. Following this success, Thompson has announced his next major concert will be in Vukovar on August 29, promising another spectacular musical and visual experience.