The 5th edition of the "5th Bird Salt People" festival takes place from September 4 to 8, 2026, at the "Ulcinj Salina" Nature Park. Organized by MSJA, the event connects nature, culture, industrial heritage, and the local community.

Daily Program Schedule

Friday, September 4

  • Salina Laboratory Opening: Public launch of the newly repurposed laboratory space dedicated to interpreting the salt pan's history, workers, and heritage.
  • Live Music: Ethno-jazz concert performed by Suad Mehmeti and his band.

Saturday, September 5

  • Salina Cinema: Premiere of the documentary film "Godine trovanja" (Years of Poisoning), directed by Mladen Ivanović and featuring activist Aleksandar Dragićević, focusing on the environmental impact of tire burning.
  • Panel Discussion: "Green Agenda" panel following the film screening.



Sunday, September 6

  • Creative Workshop: Salt soap-making workshop using salt from the last harvest, led by Ela Redžepagić (Ela Magic).
  • Eco-Activities: Guided birdwatching tour with Reborn by Adventures.
  • Market Day at Ulcinj Salina: Local market featuring over 15 stalls with regional producers and craftspeople.


Monday, September 7

  • Craft Workshop: Plant-fiber paper-making workshop in collaboration with Atelje Propuh.
  • Activities: Birdwatching tour and a musical performance by Stefan Kostić.
  • Exhibition: "Revitalization" – presentation of master's thesis projects by Ana Mandić-Huber, Genc Hollaj, and Anđela Bubanja, exploring modern approaches to the site's future.


Tuesday, September 8

  • Forum Solana: The first international gathering of Mediterranean salt pan representatives dedicated to conservation, management, and sustainable development.
  • International Speakers: Francesca Caldara (Saline Conti Vecchi, Italy), Alejandro Pérez Hurtado de Mendoza (Salina La Esperanza, Spain), and Nikolina Franušić-Bajlo (Solana Pag, Croatia).

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