Events, Festivals and Exhibitions

Festivals in Europe

Discover amazing world festivals, events and exhibitions
 

Archive of Dissent, Whitechapel Gallery

Whitechapel Gallery 77 – 82 Whitechapel High Street, London, Select a State or Province:, United Kingdom

Archive of Dissent specially conceived for the Whitechapel Gallery, is one of the most extensive displays of Peter Kennard’s work to date. It surveys his prolific and influential...

Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum: It Will End in Tears

Beginning 18 September 2024, Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum will revolutionise The Curve with a comprehensive installation that spans the Barbican’s unique

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Ukrainian Film Festival 2024: Reflections

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The Ukrainian Film Festival is set to return to London from September 19 to 22 2024. Hosted at Curzon Soho, this year's theme, 'Reflections,' explores the quest for identity during

Roots by Arnold Wesker, Almeida Theatre

Almeida Theatre Almeida Street, London, United Kingdom

Arnold Wesker’s Roots, directed by Diyan Zora, will run at the Almeida Theatre from 1 October to 23 November. It forms part of the Angry and Young season alongside Look

Sonia Boyce: An Awkward Relation

Whitechapel Gallery 77 – 82 Whitechapel High Street, London, Select a State or Province:, United Kingdom

An Awkward Relation is the latest exhibition by interdisciplinary artist Sonia Boyce, born in 1962 in London, UK. Designed to be in conversation with Lygia Clark, The I and the

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Lygia Clark: The I and the You

Whitechapel Gallery 77 – 82 Whitechapel High Street, London, Select a State or Province:, United Kingdom

The I and the You marks the first major UK public gallery exhibition of pioneering Brazilian artist Lygia Clark (1920–1988, Brazil). This exhibition at the Whitechapel Gallery underscores Clark's artistic

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Interested in Festivals in Europe?

Given the diversity of the continent, it will come as little surprise that there is a breadth and diversity amongst the festivals in Europe celebrated each year. Some of our European Festivals are world-renowned, but others featured in our pages, such as the White Nights Festival in St Petersburg and the Dour Festival in Belgium might need an introduction.

Music Festivals in Europe

Each summer, the whole continent seems to explode into a festival of music, with everyone taking to the outdoors to enjoy the music. One of the largest and most popular European music festivals is the Sziget Festival in Hungary, held each August. Other events include Tomorrowland Europe, Pukkelpop in Belgium and Zurich Tanzt, a celebration of music and dance. If you are a fan of jazz, then Jazz Brugge or Vinterjazz in Copenhagen could be just the ticket for you. Or, why not try the Tallinn Music Week in Estonia?

Beer, Wine and Food Festivals

If you wish to want to avoid the crowds at Oktoberfest then perhaps you should head to Belgium for either the Bruges Beer Festival or Zythos Bier Festival. Wine lovers looking for something a bit different could try the National Wine Day Moldova in the capital city of Chisinau, or for a food festival with a twist then how about the Onion Market in Weimar, in Germany, or Spain’s Gran Festa de la Calçotada, if spring onions are your thing.
Carnivals in Europe
While you might be forgiven for associating the carnival with South America, Europe has many a carnival that predates Rio. One of the oldest is the Venice Carnival, although the Nice Carnival and Cologne Carnival (Fastelovend) are also well worth a visit. Or if you like your carnival descending into a historical food fight then the Battle of Oranges in Italy is a must. Alternatively, try the typically Belgium quirky Carnaval de Binche.

Christmas Markets and Winter Festivals

In the build up to Christmas, most of Europe is a frenzy of Christmas Markets and Winter Festivals. Salzburg Christmas Market provides a typically Austrian take on the festive occasion, while Dresden Christmas Market and Vienna Christmas Market are equally steeped in tradition. Alternatively, if you are not in a festive mood then you can always visit the Amsterdam Lights and watch the capital of the Netherlands major winter festival turn the city on.And don't worry, we haven't forgotten that the UK is part of Europe, as we have a separate page for Festivals in the UK.