FIT4NOVI is entering its grand finale, transforming Novi Vinodolski into a hub of sports, recreation, and great entertainment during the last week of May. From May 26 to May 31, the town will come alive with competitions, outdoor activities, gastronomy, and music events designed for all generations.

Following Nordic walking tours along Novi Vinodolski’s most beautiful promenades and educational workshops, the final stage of FIT4NOVI brings five days filled with sports tournaments, trail races, a cycling tour, sports presentations, and a concert programme.

Although the children’s futsal tournament organized by NK Vinodol was originally scheduled for Saturday, May 30, unforeseen circumstances have moved the event to Tuesday, May 26. The tournament will take place at the Small Sports Playground starting at 4:00 PM.

The programme continues on Thursday, May 28, with activities dedicated to children and water sports. In the morning, DV Fijolica Kindergarten will hold the workshop “For a sporty beat, be wonderfully fit” at the Small Sports Playground, while in the afternoon a sailing presentation will depart from Novi Vinodolski harbor. Members of JK Burin will introduce visitors to the basics and appeal of sailing.

The sporting rhythm continues on Friday, May 29, with a mini handball tournament organized by RK Vinodol. The tournament begins at 4:00 PM at the Small Sports Playground, while special attention will surely be drawn to the exhibition match of veteran female players taking place after the tournament. On the same day, Ivan Mažuranić Square will become an outdoor fitness zone – starting at 6:30 PM, Sports Recreation Synergy FIT will present Yoga Vinyasa, Pilates Fusion Flow, and Zumba fitness training sessions.

Saturday, May 30, brings one of the most anticipated events of the festival – Novi Trail. This attractive race leads through the picturesque hinterland of Novi Vinodolski, combining a sporting challenge with natural beauty. Competitors can choose between 5 km and 11.5 km races, while children’s races of 100 and 200 meters will be organized on Korzo hrvatskih branitelja. The trail starts at 10:00 AM, and registrations are open via https://www.runcroatia.hr/utrke/novi-trail-2026

In addition to Novi Trail, Saturday also brings the ŠK Zrinski Frankopan chess tournament, which will take place at the Cultural Center starting at 4:00 PM.

After the sporting excitement comes an evening of fantastic atmosphere and music – the center of Novi Vinodolski will dance to a concert by popular singer Zsa Zsa, whose hits will further heat up the Saturday night atmosphere.

This year, FIT4NOVI also introduces a special gastronomic story under the slogan “The Power of a Bite.” Selected restaurants in Novi Vinodolski will prepare special menus for athletes and recreation enthusiasts on Saturday, May 30 – from vitamin-rich salads and soups to fish specialties and desserts. Participating restaurants include Admiral, Đir, Mirakul, Pizzeria Nava, and Konoba Hata.

The gastro programme continues on Sunday at Ivan Mažuranić Square, where renowned nutritionist Martina Linarić will prepare healthy smoothies starting at 10:00 AM and share advice on proper and balanced nutrition with visitors.

Sunday’s programme also continues in a sports and recreation spirit. Starting at 9:30 AM, the youngest visitors can enjoy a sports playroom for preschool children led by Donna-Louise Ugrinović, who will also host the programme “Let’s Stay Active and Healthy in the Third Age,” intended for senior citizens, beginning at 11:00 AM at Ivan Mažuranić Square.

On Sunday, former Survivor contestant Ida Mikulić will hold a bodyweight training session. Everyone interested is invited to join and try this type of workout. The training session begins at 12:00 PM at Ivan Mažuranić Square.

Fans of active holidays can also enjoy the always attractive cycling tour through the Novi Vinodolski hinterland organized by BK Vinodol. The cycling tour starts at 10:00 AM from the town center and includes a 45-kilometer route with 800 meters of elevation gain, intended for road, gravel, and MTB cyclists. The route passes through Bater to Pleteno and the Svibe viewpoint before descending the same route to the “Ivana” tavern, where a refreshment break will be held. The ride then continues through Bribir and the Novi field back to the center of Novi Vinodolski. The route difficulty is rated 3.5/5.

The conclusion of the event will also feature two tournaments – a table tennis tournament and the futsal tournament “Novi Vinodolski Trophy – City Districts.” While the table tennis tournament will take place at the Cultural Center starting at 10:00 AM, the futsal tournament will begin at 4:00 PM at the Small Sports Playground.

This year, the humanitarian aspect of the event is once again supported by the Novi korak Association through the sale of official FIT4NOVI T-shirts, with all proceeds intended for the association’s work and support for children with developmental difficulties.

The organizer of FIT4NOVI is the Novi Vinodolski Tourist Board, together with co-organizers the City of Novi Vinodolski, the Novi Vinodolski Cultural Center, the Novi korak Association, local sports clubs and associations, Run Croatia, and hospitality venues from the Novi Vinodolski area.