The BBC Proms 2026
They’re the world’s greatest festival of classical music and a treasured British institution since 1895. The BBC Henry Wood Promenade Concerts, affectionately known as the Proms, roll into town mid-July,
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Kynren 2026, Bishop Auckland, UK
Since its launch in 2016 in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, Kynren – An Epic Tale of England has taken audiences on an immersive journey through 2,000 years of history, myth,
£30
Feria de las Flores Medellin Colombia
Medellin Colombia is a city transformed and what better way to experience this wonderful city than by visiting its annual Feria de las Flores, or Medellin Flower Festival, the highlight
Free
Strawberry Hill House Flower Festival 2026, Twickenham
In September, Strawberry Hill House, 18th century villa and former home of Horace Walpole (1717-1797), welcomes visitors to its fabulously fragrant annual Flower Festival. Strawberry Hill House Flower Festival 2026
£30
Experience the Caixa Alfama Festival in Lisbon
Lisbon comes alive with the Caixa Alfama Festival Every September, Lisbon’s oldest quarter transforms into a living stage for the Caixa Alfama Festival 2025, one of Portugal’s most atmospheric celebrations
€38.66 – €50.47
Icons of the Sky, Longleat Sky Safari 2026, Wiltshire, UK
The UK's biggest air balloon bonanza, Icons of the Sky, the Longleat Sky Safari, will take place this 11 to 13 September at the the nation’s premier safari park in Wiltshire. Numerous balloons
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Ganesh Chaturthi Festival 2026, India
The spectacular Hindu Ganesh Chaturthi festival involves colourful festivities, involving singing, dancing and theatre honouring the birth of the elephant-headed deity. The start of the festival sees huge, colourful statues
Free
World Puppet Festival 2026, Charleville-Mézières, France
The World Puppet Festival 2026 (Pôle International de la Marionnette – Jacques Félix) will take place from September 16 to 20 in the charming French town of Charleville-Mézières, nestled in
Free – €20
Columbus Festival in Madeira: A Journey Back to the Age of Discovery
Renowned for its golden sands and tranquil beauty, Porto Santo will step back in time this September with the 17th edition of the Columbus Festival (Festival do Colombo) from 17–20
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Michigan Irish Music Festival 2026, USA
The Michigan Irish Music Festival is a three-day ceilidh, held by the waterfront in the sleepy little town of Muskegon, which borders Lake Michigan, is a real hoot of an
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Fiestas Patrias Chile (Independence Day)
Fiestas Patrias, as its name suggests, is a patriotic celebration, but it is much more than that. It commemorates throwing off Spanish rule in Chile, but as it is so close also the spring equinox
Free
Egremont Crab Fair 2026, Cumbria
The Egremont Crab Fair and Sports, established in 1267, is one of the world's oldest fairs. Don't worry if you are not a fan of crustaceans - the crabs in question are apples. It uniquely
Free
Hoi An Lantern Festival 2026, Vietnam
The Hoi An Lantern Festival is celebrated once a month on the full moon, and most significantly on the first full moon of the lunar new year. On these days the pretty little town of Hoi An...
Wing Kwai, Buffalo Racing Festival, Thailand
Buffalo racing is an exhilarating and unique tradition deeply rooted in the agricultural history of Thailand. The annual Wing Kwai Buffalo Racing Festival showcases the strength and speed...
Free
Indra Jatra Festival in Nepal
Each autumn, the old streets of Kathmandu erupt in a riot of colour, music and devotion as Indra Jatra in Nepal takes over the capital. With towering chariots, masked dancers,
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Snowmass Balloon Festival, Colorado Sky Spectacle
Each September, the skies above Colorado’s Roaring Fork Valley burst into colour as the Snowmass Balloon Festival takes flight. This beloved tradition has become one of the most iconic hot-air
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18th & Vine Arts Festival brings art, music and Black culture to Kansas City
Kansas City has long been associated with jazz, but the city’s creative story extends well beyond its musical heritage. This September, the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District will become
$10 – $25
Nottingham Goose Fair Nottingham 2026, UK
The Nottingham Goose Fair is Europe’s largest travelling fun fair reaching over 20 acres and encompassing over 250 fairground rides, including 100 for small children. Run by events company the
Free
Sitges Grape Harvest Festival (Festa de la Verema) 2026
Every autumn, the seaside town of Sitges comes alive with one of Catalonia’s most cherished celebrations: the Grape Harvest Festival (Festa de la Verema). Now in its sixty-fourth edition, the
Ilkley Literature Festival, Yorkshire, 2026
Actors, writers, poets and even a few journos will descend upon the West Yorkshire Victorian spa town of Ilkley in October for the Ilkley Literature Festival. The county might be
