Events
Holidaying in Poreč or Umag is packed with a variety of activities! Save the date and plan something for each day of your holiday or ask about events at the resorts and hotels of Plava Laguna that will add an extra spark to your eventful summer – from water sports and beach competitions to dancing and movies under the stars. The destinations also host many sports, entertainment and gastronomic events that have already gained a respectable following among participants and visitors who eagerly attend them year after year.
ATP Plava Laguna Croatia Open Umag
Stella Maris Resort is the centre of one of the most important sports and social events in Croatia. Year after year, ATP Croatia Open Umag offers 10 days of an unforgettable sports programme to tennis fans. It is a special feeling to witness some of the biggest names in tennis in action and those who are yet to become stars. Indeed, the Umag tournament is often a stepping stone for future tennis stars. One example is the great Rafael Nadal, who played for the first time in Umag as a 17-year-old!
Plava Laguna Croatia Open
Istria 100 by UTMB
Istria 100 is the largest trail race in Croatia. It was first held in 2013 with only 237 participants. Today, that number has risen to more than 2,000 runners from around the world, turning the event into one of the most important ultratrail races in the region.
The race is part of the UTMB World Series, a world trail cup that brings together 35 of the best races in the world. Among the 26,000 trail races held around the world, the UTMB World Series chose the Istria 100 by UTMB and included the race in the elite group.
Istria 100 by UTMB
Plava Laguna Ironman 70.3 Poreč, Istra, Hrvatska
Plava Laguna Ironman 70.3 Poreč, Istria, Croatia is the largest triathlon in Croatia and this part of Europe. With a proven accessible and attractive course along the coast, excellent conditions for swimming and running, all athletes and their companions have access to accommodation on-site in the apartments and hotels of Plava Laguna and everything needed for a sports weekend in Istria. Good organization and a multitude of supporters cheering on the competitors provide additional encouragement.
Plava Laguna Ironman 70.3
Plava Laguna Half Marathon, Poreč
Plava Laguna Half Marathon is a traditional race that is growing in popularity year after year thanks to its excellent organization and the positive atmosphere that accompanies it. In addition to the half-marathon and the 10k race, there are children's Pepi Kids Run and Family Run races run by the whole family.
Plava Laguna Halfmarathon Poreč
Sea Star Festival
With its beauty, beaches, and superb accommodation offer, Stella Maris Resort is the ideal location to kick off the summer festival season! That is why it serves as the venue for one of the most popular festivals in this part of Europe. The Sea Star Festival is produced by the award-winning EXIT team, and it brings over 40,000 visitors to Umag at the beginning of the season.
Sea Star Festival
UCI Istria Gran Fondo
Istria Granfondo is one of the most beautiful cycling marathons that passes through the wine-growing regions of northwestern Istria, along a picturesque route that offers breathtaking panoramas, challenging ascents and thrilling descents. It takes place in April on the roads of the town of Umag and Novigrad. Cycling brands in the Expo zone, a children's programme and a large number of prizes ensure a great atmosphere for all visitors year after year.
UCI Istria Gran Fondo
Umag Run
Umag Run is a fun race designed for spending the weekend by the sea and in the fresh air. Every year, there are more and more runners at the starting line near the legendary Goran Ivanišević Stadium in Stella Maris Resort.
Umag Run
Vinistra
Vinistra is a traditional wine and winemaking equipment fair, held in Poreč. Every year, the exhibition features over 100 exhibitors, with over 70% being winemakers. Numerous visitors can taste wines and learn something new about winemaking, which is part of the Istrian tradition and regional identity.
Vinistra
Wine dinners
Selected dishes and wines await you in the beautiful ambience of Bacchus restaurant at Hotel Parentium Plava Laguna. Wine Dinners are specially designed fine dining evenings for guests with sophisticated palates and for wine enthusiasts.
Wine Dinners