Be a part of the biggest historical and cultural spectacle in Croatia
29.01.2024
Author: Matina Tenžera
A unique and special battle for the people, it has been reconstructed by the Society of the Knights of the Golden Chalice, and together with the TZ of the Gupč region, the City of Donja Stubica and partners, is preparing a spectacle to remember
The historic battle that "showed its fists" to the lord 451 years ago is celebrating its 16th anniversary this year, where thousands of visitors will once again have the opportunity to see the revived Peasants' Rebellion – the Battle of Stubica between the serfs, led by Matija Gupca, against the infamous Franjo Tahi and his army . A unique and special battle for the people, it has been reconstructed by the Society of the Knights of the Golden Chalice, and together with the TZ of the Gupč region, the City of Donja Stubica and partners, is preparing the spectacle that we all expect together.
The Battle of Battles, a realistic representation of the greatest struggle of Croatian peasants for justice, will take place on February 10, 2024 at 2 p.m. on the battlefield, where several hundred extras and participants will show the audience a reconstruction of the Peasants' Revolt from long ago in 1573, which marked Croatian past. Therefore, it is not surprising that this event is visited by 20,000 visitors from all over Croatia and neighboring countries.
In addition to the spectacular "Battle of Stubica", visitors can expect a medieval fair, a rich gastronomic offer and a musical program. On Saturday, February 3rd, at Gupčeva lipa in Gornja Stubica, Puntanje Kmetov, headed by Matija Gupca, will start.
Take part in punting and be part of the biggest historical and cultural spectacle in this area!
PROGRAM 3. 2nd Saturday PUNTANJE KMETOV
Hižakovec, Donja Stubica
12:00 Presentation of the life of Matija Gupac – Matija Gupac's birthplace, organized by the Association of Knights of the Golden Chalice
13:00 Organized departure to Gupčeva lipa
Gupčeva lipa, Gornja Stubica
13:00 Tambourine group FRIDAY FOR FRIDAY
2:00 p.m. Arrival of rebellious serfs, arming and training for battle, preparation of the Rebellion and public celebration with gastronomic offer
Peasant Revolt Museum, Oršić Castle, Gornja Stubica
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tour of the Museum with a 50% discount on individual and family ticket prices – organized free professional guidance from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Workshop on the subject of the Peasants' Revolt
Take the opportunity and visit the exhibition of 50 years of the Museum of Peasants' Revolt and the permanent exhibition of the Museum before it closes due to the upcoming renovation.
9. 2. Friday
18:00 in Feller's building (Trg Matije Gupca 27, Donja Stubica) – promotion of the new issue of Hrvatsko zagorje magazine themed on the 450th anniversary of the Peasants' Revolt with a mini-exhibition of books from Kajkaviana's fund with the same theme.
20:00 Warming up for Buna – BIJELO DUGME TRIBUTE BAND, Buna pub, Donja Stubica
10. 2nd Saturday THE BATTLE OF STUBICA
Park Jure Stubičanac, Donja Stubica
09:00 54th hiking trip on the GUPČEVI PUNTAR TRAILS organized by the "Stubičan" Mountaineering Society (registration by e-mail: planinari.stubicani@gmail.com)
11:00 Medieval fair with gastronomic offer and entertainment program – MISSTERS GROUP
13:00 Gathering of rebellious serfs
1:30 p.m. Peasants leave in a procession to STUBIČKI GOLUBOVEC CASTLE
The square in front of the Church of the Holy Trinity, Donja Stubica
11:00 a.m. Medieval fair with gastronomic offer and entertainment program – tambourine band ČRLENI LAJBEKI
Stubički Golubovec Castle, Donja Stubica
14:00 SPECTACULAR BATTLE AT STUBICA
Park Jure Stubičanac, Donja Stubica
BUNA PARTY
15:30 STORM BLUZY BAND
18:00 FLIGHT 3
20:00 CINKUSI
AFTER BUNA PARTY from 20:00
Kegel bar, Buna pub, Caffe bar O-DA, Toya bar
Terme Jezerčica, Donja Stubica
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Swimming with a 15% discount on individual and family ticket prices
Peasant Revolt Museum, Oršić Castle, Gornja Stubica
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tour of the Museum with a 50% discount on individual and family ticket prices – organized free professional guidance from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Workshop on the subject of the Peasants' Revolt
Take the opportunity and visit the exhibition of 50 years of the Museum of Peasants' Revolt and the permanent exhibition of the Museum before it closes due to the upcoming renovation.