Illustrative photo Maanrock 2027 in Mechelen, Belgium – Free City Rock & Pop Festival
Maanrock 2027 takes place from 26 to 29 August in Mechelen, Belgium. This free city rock and pop festival with multiple stages in the historic centre traditionally attracts over 100,000 visitors and offers a diverse mix of established acts and new talent.
Illustrative photo Berlin Beer Week 2027 – Craft Beer Festival on the Spree
Berlin Beer Week takes place in Berlin every year, bringing craft beer lovers together for Brews Cruises on the Spree, international tap takeovers and citywide events. The confirmed dates for 2027 are 27 August to 5 September. Many events are free; cruise tickets available from around €30.
Illustrative photo Klosterneuburg Harvest Festival 2027 (expected): Wine Estate Festival at Austria's Oldest Winery
Stift Klosterneuburg celebrates its traditional wine estate festival every late August with cellar tours, wine tastings and live music. The 2026 edition has ended; 2027 dates are not yet confirmed.
Illustrative photo Ouzo Festival Mytilene 2027: 47 Years of Tradition, Program and Dates
Lesvos' Ouzo Festival is expected to return to Mytilene in late August 2027 (exact dates TBA) for its 47th edition, following 2025's Aug 22-23 event.
Illustrative photo Victorious Festival 2027: Dates, Line Up and Tickets in Portsmouth
From 27 to 29 August 2027, the Victorious Festival turns the Southsea coastline in Portsmouth into the UK's favourite metropolitan music festival. With a free Kids Arena and a wide-ranging music programme, it is perfect for families and music fans alike. The 2027 line-up will be announced in due course.
Illustrative photo Electric Picnic 2027 in Stradbally: Dates, Lineup and Tickets
From 27 to 29 August 2027, Stradbally Hall Estate in County Laois once again becomes Ireland's biggest arts and music gathering: Electric Picnic. With comedy, theatre and art scattered across the grounds, it's known as Ireland's "Glastonbury". The 2027 line-up will be announced in due course.
Illustrative photo All Points East 2027: Program, Tickets and Line up for Victoria Park London
All Points East turns London's Victoria Park into a multi-weekend festival site every year; the exact date for 2027 has not been announced yet, with free community days running in between.
Illustrative photo Uprising Festival 2027 (expected) Bratislava: All Info on the Reggae Festival
Uprising Festival takes place every late August at the Zlaté piesky lake in Bratislava - one of the largest reggae festivals in Central Europe. The 2026 edition has ended; 2027 dates are not yet confirmed.
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Illustrative photo Decibel Outdoor 2027: Hardstyle Festival in Hilvarenbeek
Decibel Outdoor 2027 takes place from August 27 to 29 at Beekse Bergen in Hilvarenbeek. More than 300 artists perform across over 20 stages for an intense weekend of hardstyle, hardcore and uptempo.
Illustrative photo Basler Biermarkt 2027 (expected): Beer Market on Vogesenplatz
Basler Biermarkt takes place every late August on Vogesenplatz in Basel, with about 20 small breweries and free admission. The 12th edition in 2026 has ended; 2027 dates are not yet confirmed.
Illustrative photo Barthelmarkt Oberstimm 2027 – Traditional Folk Festival with Horse Market & Tent Storm
The Barthelmarkt Oberstimm 2027 is one of Bavaria’s oldest folk festivals featuring a horse market, races and the legendary Monday morning tent storm. Free admission, large beer tents and over 250,000 visitors.