Location: Diocletian’s Palace Cellars, Old City Hall, and the Church and Monastery of St. Francis

Dates: 18 June – 24 September 2026

PROGRAMME SCHEDULE (.pdf)

The Music Youth of Split proudly presents the 15th edition of the concert series Summer Magic of Classical Music, a festival that has enriched Split’s cultural life for fifteen years by bringing outstanding Croatian and international artists, diverse musical programmes and memorable concert experiences to unique historical venues throughout the city.

The 2026 edition will take place from 18 June to 24 September and will feature choirs, chamber ensembles, soloists and distinguished performers presenting classical music, folk-inspired repertoire, contemporary works and captivating tango programmes.

Most concerts will be held in the magnificent Cellars of Diocletian’s Palace. Exceptions include the performance of the INA Mixed Choir at the Church of St Francis and the Tango Evening featuring Walter Romero and Diego “Dipi” Kvitko in front of the Old City Hall.

A special highlight of the programme is the concert by Ensemble Illyrica, organised in cooperation with the 72nd Split Summer Festival. Admission tickets are required for this event. On all oter events the entry is free.

Music Youth of Split extends its sincere gratitude to the Split Tourist Board and the Split City Museum for their partnership in the realisation of the festival, as well as to the City of Split and the Split-Dalmatia County for their continuous support of the organisation’s activities and cultural programmes.

Over the past fifteen years, Summer Magic of Classical Music has become an established cultural event in Split, bringing together renowned artists from Croatia and abroad and creating a unique meeting point between audiences and musical excellence.

All concerts begin at 8:00 PM.