Europe in summer · Jun – Aug
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145 guidesChristmas Markets
Glühwein, wooden chalets and twinkling Advent squares.
29 guidesCarnivals
Masks, parades and pre-Lenten revelry from Venice to Cologne.
115 guidesMusic Festivals
Headliners, fields and all-night stages across the summer.
6 guidesPride
Parades, parties and WorldPride across Europe’s cities.
44 guidesFood, Wine & Beer
Oktoberfest, harvests, truffles and wine fairs.
13 guidesLight Festivals
Cities lit up with projections and lanterns after dark.
13 guidesNew Year’s Eve
Fireworks, countdowns and the best cities to ring it in.
8 guidesEaster & Holy Week
Processions and traditions from Seville to Greece.
13 guidesMidsummer
Bonfires and white nights at the summer solstice.
56 guidesSpain Fiestas
La Tomatina, San Fermín, Las Fallas and más.
21 guidesFlowers & Blooms
Tulip fields, cherry blossom and lavender in bloom.
22 guidesCultural & National
Bastille Day, King’s Day, the Palio and national days.
When to go
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Europe has a festival for every month. Find what’s on when you travel.
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Editor’s picks
Festivals worth building a trip around
Editor’s pick🎄 Christmas Markets
15 Best Christmas Market Foods and Drinks (2026 Guide)
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Editor’s pick🎭 Carnivals
Nice Carnival Guide: 7 Things to Know Before You Go
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Editor’s pick🎶 Music Festivals
8 Best Value Music Festivals in Europe for 2026
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Editor’s pick🏳️🌈 Pride
Madrid Pride Guide Travel Guide
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Editor’s pick🍷 Food, Wine & Beer
Oktoberfest Food and Beer Guide: 8 Things to Know
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Editor’s pick✨ Light Festivals
10 Essential Tips for the Eindhoven GLOW Guide
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