Croatia festivals: everything you need to know

[Image above: Fresh Island Festival]

Site of Ultra Europe

Get there early. 60,000 people show up at main venue, Poljud Stadium, at approximately the same time, so arrive before 9pm and grab a few beers before the queues amass. Also be aware that Ultra Europe pauses for 20 minutes between sets, so head to the bar with a few minutes of each set to go to ensure you’re served nice and quick.

Food: There are stacks of trailers and vendors looped around the stadium. If you fancy something different, get a bus to the main harbour (the bus station’s located there, so almost every bus you hop on will pass through) for a series of squares with outdoor cafés and restaurants.

Drink: Booze isn’t cheap at Ultra Europe. Luckily, Split is. Croatia’s second city is a student town, and rammed with great bars.

Money: At Ultra Europe they operate a wristband system: head to one of the signposted booths, hand over cash or card and they charge your wristband with credit. Just remember you’ll need spare cash for the obligatory 4am hot dog.

Local Knowledge: For accommodation, go Airbnb or equivalent. Locals have caught on to Ultra Europe, but the festival accommodation is either more expensive or located, quite literally, in another town.