Illustrative photo Festival d’Automne, Paris, France 2026/2027: Dates, Programme & Tickets
The Festival d’Automne à Paris 2026/2027 runs from 11 September 2026 to 10 January 2027 (performing arts until 19 December 2026). Across around 58 venues in Paris and Île-de-France, the 55th edition presents contemporary theatre, dance, music and visual arts. Tickets from 0 EUR for selected free events and 8 EUR for under-30s, with full prices typically up to around 40 EUR; book at festival-automne.com.
Illustrative photo Jazz à Verviers 2026 in Verviers, Belgium – Programme, Tickets & Highlights
Jazz à Verviers 2026 takes place from 11 September to 3 October in Verviers, Saint-Vith and Malmedy. The 20th edition features Belgian and international jazz artists in intimate venues. Tickets from 25 Euro, children under 12 usually free.
Illustrative photo Grandezze & Meraviglie 2026: Early Music Festival in Modena
Grandezze & Meraviglie 2026, the Festival Musicale Estense, brings early and baroque music to Modena, Sassuolo, Vignola and Bologna from 12 September to 1 November, making it the longest running festival of its kind in Emilia Romagna.
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Illustrative photo ROBOT Festival 2026 – Electronic Music & Digital Arts in Bologna
ROBOT Festival 2026 brings electronic music and digital arts to Bologna from 13 September to 10 October. At venues including DumBO, Estragon and Palazzo Re Enzo, visitors can expect international live acts, installations and an innovative programme.
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Illustrative photo Brunner Wiesn 2026 in Brunn am Gebirge: Lower Austria's Biggest Oktoberfest
The Brunner Wiesn 2026 takes place from September 17 to October 3 at Campus21 in Brunn am Gebirge. Lower Austria's biggest Oktoberfest offers free entry to the grounds, live acts in its huge beer tent, and reserved seating tickets from around 35 euros.
Illustrative photo Oktoberfest Zitadelle Spandau 2026 in Berlin – Dates, Tickets & Festival Tent
The Oktoberfest at Spandau Citadel 2026 runs from 18 September to 24 October on Fridays and Saturdays in the large festival tent with over 2,000 seats. Bavarian specialities, live music and authentic Wiesn atmosphere right next to the historic fortress in Berlin-Spandau. Tickets from €49.90 including meal and drink.
Illustrative photo Festival Musica Strasbourg (and Colmar) 2026 – Contemporary Music, Opera and Performance
Festival Musica 2026: 18 September to 4 October in Strasbourg and Colmar. Contemporary music, opera and performance with an Ireland focus. Tickets from 6 euros.
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Illustrative photo Almabtrieb 2026 in Tyrol: Cattle Drive Dates in Söll, Alpbachtal and Zillertal
In September and October 2026, flower decorated cows return from the high pastures to the valley. Experience the traditional Almabtrieb with music, folk costumes and regional treats in Söll, the Alpbachtal and the Zillertal.
Illustrative photo Wirtshauswiesn at the Hirschgarten 2026: Oktoberfest Flair in Munich
From September 19 to October 4, 2026, the Königlicher Hirschgarten in Munich hosts its Wirtshauswiesn. Inside the Wirtshaus, guests enjoy Oktoberfest style food, Augustiner beer from the barrel and brass band music, with free admission.