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One of the best places to party and have fun.
An absolutely fantastic and spectacular location, on the beautiful Zrce beach, in Croatia.
Extraordinary and incredible atmospheres.
Refreshing cocktails.
The best world-famous DJs.
This and more awaits you at Papaya Club, one of the best open-air clubs in Europe. An absolutely magical place where you can let loose from afternoon to evening, during your holidays. It is no coincidence that from 2017 to 2022 it was firmly in the top 10 of djmag of the best clubs in the world. Today it is the reference point of Croatian nightlife, together with Noa Beach Club.
Tiesto, Armin Van Buuren, Hardwell, Nicky Romero, Marco Carola, Loco Dice, Sven Vath, Jamie Jones, Paul Van Dyk, Justice, Calvin Harris, Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, are just some of the world-famous DJs who have performed at the Croatian club!
Over the years, Papaya Club has collaborated with world-renowned brands: Armada Music, DJ MAG, Revealed Recordings, and many more. It also hosts some of the most renowned summer festivals in Europe, including Hideout, Sonus, and Barrakud.
At Papaya Club, it will be difficult not to get swept away by the shows, performances, and tons of music until late at night. You can watch the amazing performances of the artists and dancers. Or, simply, sip a drink, enjoying the spectacular view from the club overlooking Zrce Beach, the Adriatic Sea, and the Velebit Mountain. And, of course, you can dance until you drop in the Main Arena.
Guests can relax in the VIP area, completely renovated from 2024 for an even more unique experience. Here, you can enjoy numerous exclusive privileges such as the elevated position that offers the best possible view of the stage.
Photo, 2011 Metaxa754
PRACTICAL INFO
HOW TO GET TO PAPAYA CLUB
Papaya Club is located in the Croatian town of Novalija, along the famous Zrce beach, where the largest clubs on the island of Pag are located.
Novalja is just over 4 kilometers away. The more daring might consider walking the distance (about 50 minutes). For all “mere mortals” it is possible to use the convenient shuttle bus (including VIP) or a taxi. For the latter the price is around €15/20, to be agreed upon in advance.
The shuttle bus makes numerous daily connections to/from Zrce Beach from morning until late at night. 3, 4, 5 or 7-day passes are available that allow unlimited travel for the chosen duration. The price varies from a minimum of €30 for 3 days to a maximum of €45 for 7 days.
For complete autonomy there is the VIP Shuttle service with connection from your accommodation (in Novalja, Caska or Gajac) to Zrce beach (and vice versa). In this case too there is a flat rate of €45 for 3 days, €52 for 4 days, €60 for 5 days and €75 for 7 days. You will have a WhatsApp number to call your driver whenever you need it.
EVENTS CALENDAR 2025
Papaya’s 2025 season officially begins on Tuesday 27th May. It starts at 3pm for an extraordinary after beach party until sunset. From 10pm onwards, you can party until dawn with local DJs.
Big Beach Spring is the first big event of 2025, from 29th May to 01st June. Alle Farben, DJ Antoine and Luke Miller are some of the DJs who will liven up the 4 nights of the festival on Zrce beach. Tickets start at €25 for the standard version and €35 for the VIP version.
In June, from 22nd to 25th, one of the most anticipated events of the year: Hideout Festival. Here, 150 international artists will play, 5 days a week, 24 hours a day. Tickets start at £207.90 per person. More info at this link.
August will be, as per tradition, the highlight month for the Croatian disco with 2 absolutely unmissable events on the agenda: Barrakud and Sonus. Barrakud is a festival of entirely Italian production, which has become a true point of reference in the field of electronic festivals. An event with two distinct souls. On one side techno, and on the other house, groove and dance: #RAVETHEWORLD and #FEELTHEGROOVE reflect its spirit. From 10 to 14 August 2025
Friday 29 August final act of the 2025 season of the Papaya Club, starting in the early afternoon on the beach of Zrce.
*All information is purely indicative and should not be considered official. Times and prices may be subject to change. We therefore invite you to consult the official website for all updates. All trademarks and names contained herein belong to their respective owners.
