Winter in Novi Sad invites us to slow down, pause, and embrace what is truly important. It is a time for connecting with friends and family, for leisurely walks through the decorated city, enjoying the moment with loved ones, recalling old memories, and creating new ones.
Trg Slobode (Liberty Square) will once again host Novosadski Zimzolend, an event modelled after the most famous European Christmas markets. In beautifully decorated wooden cabins, you will have the opportunity to try mulled wine, various local beers, and unique delicacies, as well as buy souvenirs and New Year’s decorations.
You will find the true winter ambience in the Dunavski (Danube) Park, where the outdoor skating rink — Icy Forest — will be installed again this year. The large and beautifully decorated ice rink is the ideal place for endless fun with the little ones during the winter holidays.
Even the oldest green market in the city, the Riblja Pijaca, will be open twice during December (December 5 and 26) for everyone looking for authentic products from local producers at the Novi Sad Night Market.
Classical music lovers will enjoy traditional Christmas and New Year Concert Series, while theatre fans can attend performances from the rich repertoire of the Serbian National Theatre.
This year’s winter events will not overlook adventurers and mountain running fans. If you belong to this group, the most fun trail event at the very end of the season awaits you — the Winter Trail Race. The race is held on Iriški Venac in Fruška Gora National Park, with distances suitable for both recreational and professional runners.
Winter in Novi Sad cannot be fully experienced without spending at least one day visiting the famous čarde (traditional riverside restaurants), salaši (traditional Vojvodina farmsteads), or the wineries of the Novi Sad Wine Route. The warm and cosy atmosphere in these idyllic spots surrounding Novi Sad will enrich your stay. Friends, wine, the crackling of the fire in the tiled stove, and the pleasant sounds of the tamburica (traditional string instrument), along with excellent gastronomic delights, will make your experience unforgettable.
For the youngest members of your family, the slopes of Fruška Gora are ideal for hiking and sledding during the winter months, so take a look at our suggestions for an extended weekend during December and January. If you decide to spend the weekend in Novi Sad, you can find information about accommodation on the website of the Tourism Organisation of the City of Novi Sad.
