Croatia celebrates various regional autumn and Saint Martin traditions

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Various regions across Croatia are hosting traditional celebrations and cultural events. In Pleternica, Etno kuća Bello held a gathering to bid farewell to its wine godmother, featuring local cuisine and wines from the Bello family cellars.

In Kutjevo, preparations are underway for a large-scale Saint Martin celebration on November 7-8, 2026. The event will include open wine cellars, tastings of Graševina, hiking, and a traditional market.

Other regional activities include:

• Momjan: A program featuring the blessing of young Muskat wine, culinary competitions, and cultural walks. • Šćitarjevo: The 8th Children's Saint Martin Meetings, focusing on folklore, music, and community bonding. • Kozala, Rijeka: A pumpkin-themed Halloween event for children involving workshops and mask dancing. • Vukovar: The 22nd ZVO Children's Folklore Festival, which showcased over 200 participants from various ensembles. • Korčula: The Zlatna harfa gathering for ten children's church choirs from the Dubrovnik Diocese.