5 Must-See Music Festivals this summer in Montenegro

We all know that inspiring landscapes, sun-kissed beaches, and captivating towns make Montenegro a European gem. But hold on tight, because this country also offers a different kind of scene, festivals! Every year, travelers come to Montenegro strategically around all kinds of sensational celebrations.

This is why we decided to prepare a list of events you must see and definitely cannot miss in the following summer months.

KotorArt

• 21.6 – 14.8.2023 – Kotor

KotorArt International Festival is a cultural event of great importance for both Kotor and Montenegro. For 54 days, this festival brings numerous international artists to different venues all over Kotor.

For seventeen years, KotorArt has been developing the brand of the city of Kotor, making it recognized in the country and region for the high artistic level of its programs.

You can find a full schedule of all the events here.

Photo: KotorArt

RUBIX festival

• 28 – 30.7.2023 – Porto Montenegro

Rubix Festival is taking place in the stunning Porto Montenegro,  a nautical village and a yacht marina surrounded by boutiques and upscale restaurants. This festival brings together music, art, cinema, and technology.

“Rubix Festival will bring a new format of festivals to Montenegro, by creating a space of art, technology, and endless possibilities. In this environment, people will reconnect to themselves again and solve their RUBIX puzzle,“ said festival organizers.

This year’s top performers are Francesco Tristano, Morcheeba, Damian Lazarus, Pucinni Opera Crossover, and Vienna Calling! Besides music, this festival also brings you all kinds of workshops such as pottery, yoga, painting, and even cocktail classes!

As part of the entertainment, the first official guest has been announced. John Malkovich will be part of this program as well.

You can buy your tickets here.

Photo: RUBIX festival

ROOTS REVIVAL Reggae

•  4.- 5.8.2023 –  Forte Mare, Herceg Novi

Roots Revival is more than just a music festival; it is a celebration of core values that are essential to humanity. The festival was born out of society’s need for cultural expansion and as a response to the social distance that is not inherent in human nature. Through the unifying power of reggae music, Roots Revival seeks to promote peace, reconciliation, and love – all of which are values that are currently in deficit in our world.

As the only music festival of international profile in Herceg Novi, Roots Revival is an essential part of the city’s cultural landscape. The festival expands the city’s cultural wealth and creates a sense of acceptance and freedom for all city visitors, regardless of their skin color, eye color, or origin.

You can read more about the event here

Buy your tickets here

Photo: Roots Revival Reggae

Petrovac Jazz Festival

• Petrovac & Budva

Petrovac Jazz Festival is an annual music festival held in Petrovac and Budva in Montenegro. The festival was created in 2007 out of pure love for jazz music.

The first promo concert took place on August 27, with the performance of pianist Ari Erev. The second concert announcing the 17th Petrovac Jazz Festival will take place on September 3, 2023, with the Belgrade Jazz Quartet & Miodrag Djino Maljoković, who will perform in the city cafe, on the terrace of the Palas Lux Hotel in Petrovac, at 9 p.m. The organizers announced several promo concerts before the main program.

The official date of the 17th Petrovac Jazz Festival will be announced soon!

For now, the Tihomir Pop Asanović band and Atila Šoti have been announced.

Photo: Petrovac Jazz Fest

Tivat World Festival

• 8. – 10.9.2023 – Tivat

Tivat World Music Festival is the first music event of its kind, in which during the festival you will have the opportunity to enjoy ethnic sounds from different parts of the world.

The performers are yet to be announced. You can follow for more info here.

Photo: Tivat World Festival