Events in the tourism sector are often organized to motivate tourists to visit a particular place and are therefore an essential part of the tourist offer. Visitors often deside to visit a destination or accomodation facility because of an appealing event. What all events have in common is that they are an extraordinary experience for visitors that differs from everyday life. Events are a unique experience, and are organized because they generate more income, serve to celebrate important dates and anniversaries, provide a cultural and educational experience and develop a sense of price in the community. There are different classifications of events but they are usually divided into cultural, entartainment, business, sports, educational, recreational and private events. This paper has proven that hotels located in the area of nortwestern croatia organize events with the aim of attracting tourists and enriching the tourist offer, and when they do organize events they record an increase in the number of guests.