Illustrative photo Pilsner Fest Plzeň 2026 – Program, VIP Pass & Visitor Guide
Pilsner Fest 2026 runs from 5 to 10 October at the Pilsner Urquell Brewery in Plzeň, celebrating 184 years of the world's original pilsner lager. Free admission, six days of live music, unfiltered beer on tap, and VIP Passes from CZK 450 available online only.
Illustrative photo Pilsner Fest 2026 in Pilsen: Beer Festival at the Prazdroj Brewery
Pilsner Fest 2026 takes place from October 5 to 10 at the Pilsner Urquell Brewery in Pilsen. Admission to the whole grounds is free, with live music, unfiltered lager and a rich accompanying program marking the 184th birthday of Pilsner lager.
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Illustrative photo Full Metal Cruise 2026 Part II – Metal Festival Cruise on Mein Schiff 6 from Palma
Full Metal Cruise XIII Part II takes place from 6 to 11 October 2026 on Mein Schiff 6 departing from Palma de Mallorca. The metal festival cruise visits Palermo and Cagliari and features live bands, inclusive drinks and a full supporting programme. Prices start at approximately €1,499 per person.
Illustrative photo Festival Nuovi Spazi Musicali 2026: Contemporary Music Festival in Ascoli Piceno
The Festival Nuovi Spazi Musicali 2026 brings five concerts of contemporary music to Ascoli Piceno from 6 to 30 October, curated by composer Ada Gentile, with free admission throughout.
Illustrative photo Silakkamarkkinat Helsinki 2026: The Baltic Herring Market at Market Square
Silakkamarkkinat 2026 takes place from October 6 to 12 at Kauppatori in Helsinki. Held free of charge since 1743, this maritime market fills the square with fishing boats, sailing ships and the annual contest for the year's best herring product.
Illustrative photo Across The University Festival 2026 in Padua, Italy – Dates, Line-up & Visitor Guide
The Across The University Festival 2026 takes place from 6 to 11 October at Parco Iris in Padua. This free student outdoor festival features live music, culture and relaxed park vibes. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Madeira Nature Festival 2026: Hiking, Diving and Canyoning in October
From 6 to 11 October 2026, the Madeira Nature Festival celebrates the island's rich natural heritage with levada hikes, canyoning, diving and mountain biking; free activities for all ages spread across the whole island.
Illustrative photo Changeover Festival Belgrade 2026: Dates, Program, Tickets
Changeover Festival takes place October 7 to 10, 2026, across multiple venues in Belgrade. This independent music festival brings electronic, experimental and alternative sounds to more than ten unconventional venues throughout the Serbian capital.
Illustrative photo Film Fest Gent 2026 in Ghent, Belgium – Dates, Tickets & World Soundtrack Awards
Film Fest Gent 2026 takes place from 7 to 18 October in Ghent, Belgium. The 53rd edition combines more than 100 films with the World Soundtrack Awards at Music Centre De Bijloke. The festival centre is Kinepolis Ghent; film tickets start at EUR 11.
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Illustrative photo MIL Lisbon International Music Network 2026: Showcase Festival in Lisbon
MIL Lisbon International Music Network 2026 brings around 60 acts from around the world to five stages at Casa Capitão in Lisbon from October 7 to 10, paired with a professional music industry conference.