The Sunset Sports Festival returns for its fourth edition, from June 5 to 7, 2025, in Zadar, Croatia, promising an even more innovative and enriching experience.
Once again this year, Sportiw is proud to be a partner of this unmissable event combining sport, business, technological innovation, and media, all set in a unique location on the Adriatic coast.
A Forward-Looking 2025 Edition
The 2025 edition is set to become a hub of innovation in the world of sports. The event will bring together industry leaders, sports legends, content creators, media experts, emerging technologies, and much more — all within the exclusive atmosphere of the Fortis Club, a true epicenter for networking and inspiration.
Who Will Be at the Sunset Sports Festival 2025?
The 2025 Program: Innovation, Performance, and Inspiration
Thursday, June 5, 2025 – Opening Night
The festival kicks off with the Sofascore Award – Player of the Season ceremony, followed by an opening cocktail to launch the festivities in a relaxed yet exclusive atmosphere.
Friday, June 6, 2025
Morning:
– Festival Opening
– “New Kid on The Block” – E-sports in the spotlight with Nikola Stolnik, Pete Radovich, and Damjan Rudež.
– “The Future of Creativity – Welcome To AI” with Nils Sterenborg, Sasha Savić, and Barney Francis.
Afternoon:
– “Hear Me Out” – Sport and inclusion with the Croatian Deaflympic Committee.
– “The New Playbook In Marketing” – New marketing strategies in sports.
– “Homecoming of the People’s Champ” – Meet Stipe Miočić, MMA legend.
Saturday, June 7, 2025
A day focused on business, storytelling, and sports entertainment:
– “The Man Behind Speed & KSI” – Mark Bennett breaks down the strategy behind digital talent.
– “The Fight Club” – Malik Scott and Matej Filipčić dive into the world of combat sports and branding.
– “Business of Stipe” – Hayley Cohen (VaynerSports) and Stipe Miočić reveal the behind-the-scenes of a champion’s career.
More Than an Event — A Platform for Transformation
The Sunset Sports Festival is more than just a conference. It’s an immersive experience that invites participants to rethink the synergies between sports, media, technology, and business. Against the backdrop of a spectacular sunset, attendees will take part in visionary roundtables, exclusive events, and most importantly, invaluable connections.
Why Attend?
✅ To meet the leaders shaping the future of sports
✅ To exchange ideas in a prestigious and inspiring setting
✅ To access exclusive content on AI, e-sports, marketing, journalism, and performance
✅ To enjoy a meaningful, enriching experience among fellow enthusiasts
🎫 Don’t miss this new edition of the Sunset Sports Festival in Zadar.
Three powerful days to connect, learn, celebrate, and transform the way we experience sports.