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Here are some recommendations for the weekend of September 19th & 20th, 2025 – not a full list, but a few picks we think stand out:
But first, to prepare for the weekend, listen to TOM CANNIER’s GUESTMIX on our SoundCloud!
FRIDAY / September 19th
BMJ at Koncept Bar
📍Koncept Bar, Zagreb
Koncept Bar welcomes Jay BMJ, a veteran of the UK club and radio scene with past shows on Rinse FM and Kool FM, and appearances at venues like Brixton Academy and Glastonbury Festival. Now based in Zagreb, he runs a weekly show on Radio 808, moving across styles from downtempo to drum & bass.
PIKNIK presents Sweely & Lola Palmer
📍Jadran Film, Zagreb
Piknik returns to Jadran Film with French live wizard Sweely, shifting between funk, house, and electro, alongside Ukraine’s Lola Palmer, whose sets balance precision and elegance. Local support comes from Herya, IGZ, and Muhar, bringing the cinematic space to life until morning.
Italo Disco & Hi-NRG party
📍DVA OSAM, Zagreb
For the first time, DVA OSAM hosts a night dedicated to Italo Disco and Hi-NRG. Inspired by the spirit of the old Big Ben disco, the night brings back the sounds and energy of the ’80s with DJs dario.zg and Leon Mutak. A dose of nostalgia, plenty of dancing, and a reminder of how Zagreb’s disco nights once felt.
Lubenice after Porto Etno
📍Club Manual, Rijeka
Lubenice returns with second dance action at Manual. Entry is €6, with all proceeds going to MAP (Medical Aid for Palestinians), supporting urgent medical relief and long-term healthcare development. Music of the night comes from Asimin Asanof.
KURD MAVERICK
📍Culture Club Revelin, Dubrovnik
Revelin hosts a German DJ and producer of Kurdish descent – Kurd Maverick. His dynamic style blends house, tech house, and electro, earning him spots at major clubs and festivals worldwide, such as Pacha in Ibiza and Green Valley in Brazil.
M’TLAREN Season Closing
📍Club Lazareti, Dubrovnik
After a long break, the local collective MTLAREN returns to their home stage in Lazareti. The night features the duo Flora & Lija, known for their high-energy sets that run until morning, with warm-up duties from Dotur. A full night of dance without brakes, back where it all began.
SATURDAY / September 20th
Future Scope Season Opening w/ DJ RUSH
📍Boogaloo, Zagreb
Future Scope kicks off its new season at Boogaloo with a big one: DJ Rush, one of the most recognizable names in global techno. Joining him on the main floor are Dexon, DJ Jock b2b Shipe, and Ska. The season opens with big production and a lineup full of character.
Dobar House Label Edition
📍Peti Kupe, Zagreb
Dobar House opens the new season at Peti Kupe with a label edition that brings in two international guests. From Barcelona comes Nesi, making her Croatia debut after playing Elrow, Brunch, and W Barcelona, while Tokyo’s Yuta Yamada joins with his deep, groovy sound shaped at Womb and OATH. Holding it down for the home team are residents Tom Bug & Grooveline.
HUSH! Selected 02
📍Club Oxygene, Osijek
Hush! SELECTED returns after the summer with a lineup curated by Insolate. Making his Croatia debut is Liverpool’s Molloy, joined by Sarajevo’s Ena Smajić and Armin di High from the Eclipse collective. Closing the circle is Insolate herself, Osijek’s internationally recognized DJ, producer, and head of Out of Place Records.
Crkva Season 12 Opening
📍Crkva Club, Rijeka
Crkva opens its 12th club season with Joe2Shine, a DJ with over two decades on the global circuit and appearances at ULTRA Europe, major festivals, and clubs worldwide. Joining him on the night are Life4Funk, Mirocle, and Fuego, setting the tone for another year at one of Rijeka’s key underground spaces.
Tijana ILLMN
Nemo Club, Rijeka
From Banja Luka, activist and vinyl collector Tijana ILLMN brings her blend of organic sounds and alternative directions in electronic music. Founder of the ILLUMINATIONS movement in BiH, she’s curated projects around street art, graffiti, vinyl fairs, and DJ workshops – always with a focus on community and shared passion.
For more upcoming events in the following days and tickets, check out our Events section, where you can add reminders and save anything you like directly to your calendar. And if you missed it, here’s a look at the last open-air gatherings in Zagreb.
