Vrbas 'Swallow' Diving Competition
Thrilling spectacle of divers jumping from 12m into Vrbas, large local spectators
Jul 27
Љето на Врбасу
Jul 13 - 31, 2026Expected
Each summer, the city of Banja Luka celebrates its green river with Ljeto na Vrbasu, a festival of concerts, open-air cinema, and dancing along the water. Its famous high point is a daring diving contest from the City Bridge into the Vrbas below, in a tradition the city has loved since 1953.
Day 15 · Jul 27
Thrilling spectacle of divers jumping from 12m into Vrbas, large local spectators
Jul 27
Free music concerts for public, big attendance
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Open in MapsSummer seasonal attire
No special preparations required
Follow instructions at dive site; keep event areas clean
Crowd level: moderate.
Free events are available.
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Љето на Врбасу
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Each summer, the city of Banja Luka celebrates its green river with Ljeto na Vrbasu, a festival of concerts, open-air cinema, and dancing along the water. Its famous high point is a daring diving contest from the City Bridge into the Vrbas below, in a tradition the city has loved since 1953.
This festival highlights city life along the Vrbas River. Its cornerstone event, the famous bridge-diving competition (vrbaska lasta), is a local tradition showcasing expertise and daring. Ljeto na Vrbasu also emphasizes community leisure with music and dance by the river, reinforcing Banja Luka’s identity as the 'city of greenery and Vrbas'.
Thrilling spectacle of divers jumping from 12m into Vrbas, large local spectators
Free music concerts for public, big attendance
first-timer tips
Summer seasonal attire
No special preparations required
Follow instructions at dive site; keep event areas clean
General audience event; respect local environment and park rules at Vrbas
Jul 13 - 31, 2026
Estimated
Banja Luka
Banja Luka
Free public events available
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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