Start of the Sea of Winter Adventures 2026
On Friday, 27 November, the first festive lights will illuminate Portorož and Piran. The official switch-on will take place at 5:45 PM, while the Christmas and New Year market will also come to life at Overseas Brigades Square.
At the festively decorated stalls, local vendors will welcome you with warm smiles, homemade delicacies and carefully selected gifts. At 5:50 PM, Cristina D’Avena will set the perfect festive mood with her timeless hits, bringing joy to generations of fans.
The highlight of the evening will be the ceremonial switch-on of the festive lights, illuminating the entire Municipality of Piran and marking the beginning of the magical Sea of Winter Experiences 2026.
Join us for the festive lights switch-on and experience the warmth of December by the sea!
Street performers and opening of the Grando ice rink
After the festive lights are switched on, the celebrations will continue with a lively parade featuring Cizamo street performers, leading visitors through the town to Grando at 5:00 PM. At 6:45 PM, the official opening of the ice rink will follow, featuring a performance by figure skaters, whose elegant movements will create a true winter fairytale by the sea.
The evening will end in a relaxed and playful atmosphere – from 6:45 PM to 8:45 PM, the ice rink will open to visitors, bringing Portorož fully into the festive rhythm of the Sea of Winter Adventures 2026.
Organizer: Portorož Tourist Board
