Illustrative photo Funtastic Drácula Carnival 2026 in Benidorm, Spain – Garage Punk, Psychobilly & Horror Rock Festival
The Funtastic Drácula Carnival XXI takes place from 9 to 11 October 2026 at KU Disco in Benidorm. The festival delivers garage punk, psychobilly and horror rock with international bands, DJs and non-stop party energy inside the legendary “Flying Saucer” building. Weekend passes cost 100 euros and sold out rapidly.
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Illustrative photo Culture Night Copenhagen 2026: A City Wide Evening of Culture
On October 9, 2026, more than 250 institutions open their doors for Culture Night Copenhagen. With a Culture Pass, visitors enjoy an evening from 18:00 to midnight full of culture, music and unusual glimpses into the city.
Illustrative photo Berlin Festival of Lights 2026: Dates, Program and Highlights
From 9 to 18 October 2026, the Festival of Lights turns Berlin into a glowing open air gallery. Over 50 landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, TV Tower and Berlin Cathedral light up under the theme "Colours of Love", with free admission.
Illustrative photo EurHop Roma Beer Festival 2026 in Rome, Italy – Dates, Tickets & Craft Beer Guide
The EurHop Roma Beer Festival 2026 takes place from 9 to 11 October at the Salone delle Fontane in Rome. Featuring over 800 craft beers from around 100 breweries, it ranks among Europe’s most important international beer festivals. Tickets and current information at eurhop.com.
Illustrative photo No Bounds Festival 2026: Electronic Music in Sheffield and Rotherham
No Bounds Festival takes place from October 9 to 11, 2026, across multiple venues in Sheffield and Rotherham. This electronic and experimental music festival fills warehouses, churches and galleries with a line up spanning techno, bass and gothic folk.
Illustrative photo Kastelruther Spatzenfest 2026: Folk Music in South Tyrol
Kastelruther Spatzenfest takes place from October 9 to 11, 2026 in Kastelruth, South Tyrol. For the 40th time, the Kastelruther Spatzen celebrate their traditional folk music festival in a large tent set against the Dolomites.
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Illustrative photo Nachteulen Festival 2026 in Sursee, Switzerland – Line-up, Tickets & Guide
The Nachteulen Festival 2026 takes place from 9 to 11 October at Stadthalle Sursee. Featuring Sportfreunde Stiller, Gentleman, MoTrip and more acts from pop, hip-hop and reggae, it offers a diverse indoor weekend in central Switzerland. Day tickets from around CHF 69, 3-day pass CHF 174.
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Illustrative photo Oktoberfest Süri 2026: Bavarian Beer Festival Near Bern
Oktoberfest Süri 2026 celebrates its 35th anniversary on the Bramberg in Neuenegg near Bern, with live music, Bavarian food and three party weekends throughout October.
Illustrative photo Stockholm Jazz Festival 2026: Ten Days of Jazz Across Stockholm
Stockholm Jazz Festival takes place from October 9 to 18, 2026 across more than 70 venues throughout Stockholm. For ten days, one of Sweden's oldest festivals brings international jazz stars and rising talent to stages all over the city.