Vodafone Paredes de Coura Festival – Dates, Lineup & Visitor Guide
The Vodafone Paredes de Coura Festival returns from 12 to 15 August 2026 at the Taboão river beach in northern Portugal. Portugal's oldest alternative music festival brings four days of indie, alternative rock and electronic music right on the Coura River, with free camping for Full Pass holders.
Way Out West 2026 – Lineup, Tickets & Visitor Guide Gothenburg
Way Out West returns to Slottsskogen Park in Gothenburg on 13–15 August 2026. Headlined by Gorillaz, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds and The Cure, the festival welcomes 55,000 visitors for three days of music, sustainability and vegetarian food. Tickets from SEK 2,095 via Ticketmaster.
Lucerne Festival Summer 2026 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Lucerne Festival Summer 2026 runs from 13 August to 13 September in Switzerland, bringing together over 120 concerts under the theme "American Dreams." World-class artists including Anne-Sophie Mutter, Yuja Wang and the Berliner Philharmoniker perform at KKL Luzern by the shores of Lake Lucerne. Tickets from CHF 30.
Edinburgh International Film Festival 2026 – Programme, Tickets & Visitor Guide
The Edinburgh International Film Festival returns for its 79th edition from 13 to 19 August 2026. Seven days of world premieres, retrospectives and In Conversation events with stars including Ewan McGregor across Edinburgh's finest venues. Tickets from £11.
Brussels Flower Carpet 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
From August 13 to 16, 2026, the Grand Place in Brussels will once again be decorated with the world-famous Flower Carpet. Over 500,000 flowers form a giant artwork that can be viewed for free. For the best panoramic view, a ticket for the City Hall balcony is highly recommended. Enjoy the magical light and sound show every evening.
Scheveningen International Fireworks Festival 2026 – Program, Times & Visitor Guide
In August 2026, the International Fireworks Festival in Scheveningen will light up the night sky once again. Over four evenings (two weekends), different countries compete with spectacular shows. Enjoy the free event from the cozy beach cafes or directly from the sandy beach.
Flow Festival Helsinki 2026 – Lineup, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Flow Festival returns to Suvilahti, Helsinki, from 14 to 16 August 2026. With over 150 artists including Nick Cave, Florence + The Machine and Zara Larsson, Flow combines world-class music with art, food and the unique atmosphere of a post-industrial Helsinki summer. Tickets from €159.
Rave The Planet Parade Berlin 2026 – IMAGINE LOVE
Join hundreds of thousands of ravers on 15 August 2026 at Berlin's Straße des 17. Juni for the Rave The Planet Parade 2026. Under the motto IMAGINE LOVE, more than 300 international artists perform across 34 floats in this free, open-air electronic music demonstration.
Palio di Siena – Palio dell'Assunta, Program & Visitor Guide
The Palio dell'Assunta on 16 August 2026 at Piazza del Campo, Siena is the world's most famous horse race. Ten contrade battle for glory in under 90 seconds. Entry to the central standing area is free; tribune seats range from €350 to €700.
Koprivnica Renaissance Festival 2026 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
From 20 to 23 August 2026, Koprivnica hosts one of Croatia's most authentic historical festivals. Over 1,300 costumed performers from 13 European countries bring the Renaissance to life with knight tournaments, alchemists, torch-lit night battles and medieval cuisine. Entry free on Thursday, €5 Friday to Sunday.
Pukkelpop Hasselt 2026 – Festival, Lineup & Tickets
Pukkelpop 2026 takes place from 20 to 23 August in Hasselt, Belgium. With headliners including Tyler, The Creator, Florence + The Machine, Deftones and Turnstile, it's one of Europe's leading indie and electronic festivals. Day tickets from €134, combi tickets from €287.
Parkenfestivalen Bodø 2026 – Program, Lineup & Visitor Guide
Parkenfestivalen 2026 in Bodø marks its 20th and final edition on 21 and 22 August at Rensåsparken. Featuring Karpe, Skunk Anansie, Suede and many more, Northern Norway's most celebrated music festival bids farewell under the theme "One Last Dance".