Smoqua 10 is kicking off – hearts full of queer joy! 😊
LORI warmly invites you to the grand 10th edition of Festival of Queer and Feminist Culture Smoqua , taking place from October 1st to 3rd, 2026, in Rijeka.
Quick queer preview: What’s in store?
Dozens of artists, activists, collectives, and organizations from various countries are bringing us a vibrant programme – from workshops to performances – as we come together to celebrate 10 years of Smoqua in the "City that Flows"!
This year’s theme, "Back to the Roots," brings together our struggles, efforts, and shared humanity, while celebrating the collaborations, friendships, and mutual support that form the very foundation of our festival. At the same time, it reminds us that roots are not just the past or a look backward, but a source of strength for a future we genuinely believe in – one of justice, equality, and solidarity.
PROGRAMME: to be revealed soon …
↔ All festival events are free, while donations for the Queer-UP! Party are collected at the entrance.
Supported by: City of Rijeka / Global Fund for Women / Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice / EuroCentralAsian Lesbian* Community / Austrian Cultural Forum Zagreb / Adria print / Decathlon / Rijeka City Library / Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
