Olive Oil Pressing Demonstration
Participants can taste fresh olive oil and learn about traditional press methods, engaging directly with island farmers.
ŠUG Festival
Jun 28 - Aug 22, 2025ConfirmedSource
Each summer, the island of Ugljan celebrates its artisanal and culinary products with the ŠUG Festival. Olive oil, fish, honey, and local crafts fill the fair at Preko, in a celebration of the island ways of cultivation, fishing, and beekeeping in the Zadar archipelago.
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About media standardsParticipants can taste fresh olive oil and learn about traditional press methods, engaging directly with island farmers.
Preko, Croatia
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Free events are available.
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ŠUG Festival
Preko, Croatia
Each summer, the island of Ugljan celebrates its artisanal and culinary products with the ŠUG Festival. Olive oil, fish, honey, and local crafts fill the fair at Preko, in a celebration of the island ways of cultivation, fishing, and beekeeping in the Zadar archipelago.
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Learn about Field GuideUgljan’s economy and culture are historically tied to olive cultivation, fishing and beekeeping. The ŠUG Festival highlights these traditions: for example, olive oil pressing demonstrations are offered, and folklore groups perform. It fosters community by uniting six island villages each hosting market days, reinforcing local identity. The term ŠUG itself (from local dialect) underlines authenticity of island-made products. T...
Participants can taste fresh olive oil and learn about traditional press methods, engaging directly with island farmers.
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No special protocols besides local courtesy.
Jun 28 - Aug 22, 2025
Confirmed
Preko
Ugljan Island (Croatia)
Free public events available
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome

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