OFFICIAL SCHEDULE & PROGRAM
Seven days across the Dinaric Mountains — from bivouac doors opening to the final trophy. Here’s exactly when and where everything happens.
KNIN, CROATIA
5 RACING DAYS
DAY 1
Bivouac Opening & Arrivals
ALL DAY: ARRIVAL & SETUP
Arrival and setup — the first riders, crews, and support vehicles roll into the bivouac.
DAY 2
Opening Day & Rally Kick-off
Check-in in the morning, next-gen racers in the afternoon, and official fortress opening by evening.
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07:00–12:00
Entry to the bivouac - 12:00–14:00
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15:30–16:30Mali Gromovi mini rally & tyre rolling challengeBring the kids and cheer for our next-gen racers in the bivouac area.
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18:45Welcome ceremony & riders’ paradeGathering and departure for the parade towards Knin Fortress.
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19:30–21:30Official rally opening ceremony
Fortress Map ↗At Knin Fortress — cheer for the riders as they officially kick off the rally at the fortress. -
17:00–LateRally kick-off partyAt the Event Village Lounge (inside the bivouac).
Not heading up to the fortress? While the riders attend the official ceremony, the Event Village Lounge remains open to all support crews, mechanics, families, and friends! Stop by to grab a drink, meet the community, reconnect with old friends, and soak in the bivouac atmosphere. The celebration continues late into the evening once the riders return from the fortress!
DAY 3
Prologue Stage & Bivouac Vibes
Bivouac opens to the public, and the first timed action hits the ground at midday.
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All DayPublic & Media Open Bivouac Zone AccessOpen throughout the day for spectators, media crews, and supporters. Stop by to experience the rally atmosphere, meet the teams, and capture the action.
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12:00Prologue Stage Start (Live Racing Action)Experience live racing action directly from designated Spectator Points and around the bivouac area as competitors tackle the first challenge.
- 17:00Preliminary Results
- 17:30Protests Window
- 18:00Dinner
- 18:30Official final results /Start order for Stage 1
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20:00First General Briefing
DAYS 4–7
Daily Racing Stages
The core racing days. Each day follows a structured rally sequence.
📌 Daily Variations: Specific daily schedules vary depending on stage length, weather conditions, and operational factors.
🏁 Marathon Stage: During the marathon stage, protests and official results will be published only after the second day / second special stage is completed.
FINAL DAY
Final Stage & Winners’ Celebration
The last km on track, trophy ceremony, and official rally afterparty.
- 08:00Stage Start (Daily Time Limit applies)
- 16:00Preliminary Results
- 16:30Protests Window
- 17:00Official Final Results
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18:00
Winners’ Ceremony & Trophy Presentation -
19:00–Late
Official Rally Afterparty
Riders, support crews, families, mechanics, volunteers, media, and rally enthusiasts—this celebration is for everyone who made the Dinaric Rally happen. Join us for an unforgettable closing night featuring a traditional Croatian feast, cold drinks, great music, and stories around the bivouac. Let’s celebrate the finish line together!
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