# ZeGeVege sustainable living festival in Zagreb

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/zegevege-sustainable-living-festival-in-zagreb
> Updated: 2026-09-04T17:35:22.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 4.

The 18th edition of the ZeGeVege sustainable living festival has commenced at Europski trg in Zagreb, running from September 4 through September 6, 2026. Organized by the non-profit association Prijatelji životinja, the event operates daily from 9:00 to 21:00.

Building on its focus on animal protection, sustainability, and plant-based diets, this year’s festival features exhibitors from Croatia and abroad offering vegan food, cruelty-free cosmetics, and sustainable innovations. Visitors can sample items such as vegan burgers, falafel, and fermented nut cheeses. The program includes educational discussions led by nutritionists, activists, and athletes on topics including animal rights, ecology, and feminism. International guest Michele Borzoni is scheduled to present the ‘Silent Spring’ project and exhibition.

Expected guests include Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević and Orsat Miljenić, head of the Office of the President of the Republic of Croatia. The festival continues to utilize a refreshed visual identity and scenography designed by artist and illustrator Ivana Mrčela, using character-driven animal illustrations to promote the view of animals as individuals rather than commodities.

## Claims

- The 18th ZeGeVege sustainable living festival will be held from September 4 to 6, 2026, at Zagreb's European Square. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The festival features a new visual identity created by artist and illustrator Ivana Mrčela. (single source)
- The new visual identity uses illustrations of animals depicted as individuals rather than products. (single source)
- The program includes discussions on animal rights, ecology, feminism, and plant-based nutrition. (single source)
- Italian photographer Michele Borzoni will present the Silent Spring project at the festival. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: ZeGeVege sustainable living festival begins in Zagreb

The 18th ZeGeVege sustainable living festival has opened at Europski trg in Zagreb, highlighting animal protection, vegan cuisine, and sustainable products.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zegevege-sustainable-living-festival-begins-in-zagreb

### 2026-08-31: ZeGeVege festival to hold 18th edition in Zagreb

The 18th ZeGeVege festival will be held in Zagreb from September 4–6, 2026, featuring a new visual identity by artist Ivana Mrčela and discussions on sustainability and animal rights.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zegevege-festival-to-hold-18th-edition-in-zagreb

### 2026-08-28: ZeGeVege festival announces program for 18th edition in Zagreb

The 18th ZeGeVege festival will be held in Zagreb from September 4–6, 2026, featuring vegan food, sustainable products, and discussions on animal rights and ecology.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zegevege-festival-announces-program-for-18th-edition-in-zagreb

### 2026-08-24: Zagreb and Zagorska Sela host local cultural and educational events

Croatia hosts local events including a traditional fish gastronomy festival in Zagorska Sela and an educational “Bat Night” at the Zagreb Zoo to promote wildlife conservation.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zagreb-and-zagorska-sela-host-local-cultural-and-educational-events

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