Still, if it happens that you are on Korcula during some traditional events happening every year, although the dates are not always set and they fluctuate within a day or two, take a note of following events:

MARCO POLO CHALLENGE TRIATHLON RACE

Last weekend of April—open to everyone, professional or amateur triathletes, adventure racers, charity challenges, teams, and individuals.

MASQUERADED HALF NEW YEAR CELEBRATION

June 31—Believe it or not, BUT an original invention of Korcula’s masqueraded group Bonkulovici, a massive event and grand party on the streets of Korčula.

KINO MEDITERAN/CINEMA MEDITERRANEAN

4-weekend screenings of the latest independent movies of European and world cinematography in Korcula’s open-air cinema, usually starting on a weekend around  July 20 with closing screenings on the weekend around August 20th.

BLACK ISLAND, WHITE WINES

Mid-July festival of white wines produced and traditionally cultivated on the island. Most known wines from the area are white Posip, Grk, and Rukatac. If you prefer red wines, go for Dingac traditionally produced and cultivated on the Peljesac peninsula just across the island or Plavac Mali. Korcula is a small island but abounds with more than a few exciting wines that are well worth your visit to local wineries and wine bars.

KORKYRA JAZZ FESTIVAL

Beginning of August—Small, intimate, with jazz, filled nights in Korcula town.

KORCULA OPEN INTERNATIONAL TAEKWONDO COMPETITION

Last weekend of August—Organized in the open area of the town’s center, it attracts teams and individuals from many different countries. It is a real spectacle to observe if not to compete.

KORKYRA BAROQUE FESTIVAL

Beginning of September—Two weeks long international classical music treat in Korcula’s medieval churches and open-air venues.