Illustrative photo Boardmasters 2027 – Surf & Music Festival Guide
From 4 to 8 August 2027, Boardmasters in Cornwall combines world-class surfing at Fistral Beach with a massive cliff-top music festival overlooking Watergate Bay.
Illustrative photo Brutal Assault 2027 in Jaroměř: Dates, Tickets and Josefov Fortress
From 4 to 7 August 2027, Brutal Assault celebrates its 30th edition at Josefov Fortress near Jaroměř. Mercyful Fate, Children Of Bodom and The Sisters Of Mercy are already confirmed; the festival pass currently costs 219.90 euros.
Illustrative photo Open Flair Festival 2027 – Rock & Alternative Festival in Eschwege
The Open Flair Festival 2027 takes place from 4 to 8 August in Eschwege, Germany. This versatile rock and alternative festival with cabaret and a children’s programme turns the whole town around the Werdchen into a lively festival site.
Illustrative photo Sonorama Ribera 2027 – Indie Festival in Aranda de Duero
Sonorama Ribera 2027 runs from 4 to 8 August 2027 in Aranda de Duero, marking the 30th edition at Recinto El Picón and around the old town. The indie and pop festival pairs live music with Ribera del Duero wine culture; the first batch of festival passes was priced at €85 and sold out quickly.
Illustrative photo Paphos Beer Festival 2027 (expected) – Craft Beer, Live Music and Street Food at the Medieval Castle in Paphos
The Paphos Beer Festival takes place every early August on the square in front of the Medieval Castle in Kato Paphos. The 2026 edition has ended; 2027 dates are not yet confirmed. Free entry, over 150 beers.
Illustrative photo Locarno Film Festival 2027: Cinema Under the Stars in Piazza Grande
The Locarno Film Festival 2027 takes place from August 4 to 14 on the Piazza Grande in Locarno. This landmark 80th edition of the long running film festival once again brings international premieres to the open air screen.
Illustrative photo jOPERA Neuhaus am Klausenbach 2027: Opera Summer at Schloss Tabor
jOPERA returns to Schloss Tabor in Neuhaus am Klausenbach in 2027, bringing open air opera and operetta to southern Burgenland. According to Schloss Tabor, the operetta 'Die Csárdásfürstin' runs from 4 to 15 August 2027.
Illustrative photo Bezau Beatz 2027 in Bezau, Bregenzerwald, Austria – Jazz, Impro & Creative Music Festival
Bezau Beatz 2027 takes place from 4 to 8 August in Bezau in the Bregenzerwald. The intimate boutique festival for jazz, improvisation and creative music offers unique concerts at atmospheric venues amid the Alps. Tickets and further information on the official website.
Illustrative photo Untold Festival 2027 in Cluj Napoca: Dates, Tickets and Program
From 5 to 8 August 2027, the Untold Festival transforms Cluj Arena in Transylvania into one of Europe's biggest electronic music stages once again. Tickets start at around 105 euros; the lineup and further pricing will be revealed in phases.
Illustrative photo Neopop Festival 2027 Viana do Castelo: Dates, Tickets and Guide
From 5 to 7 August 2027, Neopop Festival transforms the Forte de Santiago da Barra in Viana do Castelo into Portugal's leading stage for electronic music once again. Expect multiple stages, international DJs and festival energy right on the Atlantic coast.
Illustrative photo Bloodstock Open Air 2027: Dates, Tickets and Lineup in Walton on Trent
From 5 to 8 August 2027, Catton Park in Walton on Trent once again becomes England's biggest independent metal stronghold. With headliners like Mercyful Fate, Electric Callboy and Motionless In White, Bloodstock Open Air delivers four days of heavy and extreme metal for around 20,000 fans.
Illustrative photo Alcatraz Festival 2027 in Kortrijk – Line-Up, Tickets & Visitor Guide
From August 5 to 8, 2027, the Alcatraz Festival in Kortrijk (Belgium) welcomes thousands of metalheads. Featuring four stages, an epic international heavy metal lineup, and a unique prison theme, it remains Europe’s most immersive hard rock event.