Mimosa Festival (Herceg Novi)Praznik mimoze

An annual late-winter carnival in Herceg Novi celebrating the blooming mimosa flower. The town is decorated with mimosa blooms and hosts masked balls, street parades, and communal feasts such as the Feast of Mimosa, Fish and Wine. It blends local tradition with popular music concerts in Park Boka, drawing thousands of participants and tourists. 1 2

First held in 1969 by the local tourist association, Praznik mimoze marks the end of winter and promotes Boka Kotorska’s mild climate. The bright yellow mimosa symbolizes resilience in late winter. Over decades it became a signature event of the region, with carnival processions and music performances becoming more elaborate. The festival is also part of the European Carnival Cities network (FECC) since 1991 1 2.