Zagreb's 'Summer at Rokov' festival offers free art, music, and walks in June

Zagreb's beloved "Summer at Rokov" event is set to return throughout June, transforming the green spaces of Rokov perivoj into a vibrant hub for art and culture. Organized by the Zagreb City Art Center, the festival promises a diverse program of exhibitions, concerts, and workshops, all offered free of charge to the public.

The second edition of the festival will feature an annual exhibition showcasing selected works by the Art Center's students in painting, sculpture, and artistic ceramics. The opening day will be marked by a concert from Željka Veverec. For younger audiences, Animafest has curated a selection of films, alongside workshops focused on recycling techniques, animation, and creating sounds with a unique experimental instrument called the 'šahtofon' (manhole xylophone).

Adults can engage in guided urban walks through Rokov perivoj and Josipovac, exploring the area's architectural gems, the villas of prominent artists from the early 20th century, and its urban development history. The walks offer insights into the past and social context of these special city locations. Additionally, attendees can participate in a natural dyeing workshop, experience an experimental radio performance, and enjoy a hip-hop performance by Renato Đosić Renman.

The event also includes an exhibition titled "Summer Opus" at the Jozo Kljaković Memorial Collection, focusing on the artist's works depicting leisure and the Mediterranean. Guided tours and lectures will be available. The festival concludes with a piano recital by Virna Kljaković. Those interested in workshops can register via email, and program updates are available on the Art Center's social media channels.