Illustrative photo JazzOnze+ Festival Lausanne 2026 – Jazz Dates & Line-up
JazzOnze+ Festival Lausanne 2026: 27 October to 1 November. Jazz across central Lausanne venues. Tickets and programme on jazzonzeplus.ch.
Illustrative photo BIME Live 2026 in Bilbao, Spain – Showcase, Concerts & Music Industry Event
BIME Live 2026 takes place from 27 to 30 October in Bilbao. The showcase and concert programme of the international music gathering BIME features more than 65 acts from Ibero-America and Europe across various city venues. Many events are open to the public.
Illustrative photo BIME Bilbao 2026 – Music Industry Showcase Festival in Bilbao
BIME 2026 runs from 27 to 30 October in Bilbao, with BIME Pro at Palacio Euskalduna and showcase concerts across the city. The industry gathering mixes conference sessions, networking and around 65 live shows linking Europe and Latin America. Pro tickets start at about 80 euros; many evening concerts are free to attend. ```
Illustrative photo Lucca Comics and Games 2026: Pop Culture Festival in Tuscany
Lucca Comics and Games 2026 takes place from October 28 to November 1 inside the Renaissance walled old town of Lucca. Europe's biggest pop culture festival marks its 60th anniversary with thousands of cosplayers filling the historic streets.
Illustrative photo Derry Halloween Festival 2026: Europe's Biggest Halloween Celebration
The Derry Halloween Festival 2026 takes place from October 28 to 31 in the Walled City of Derry, marking its 40th anniversary. The parade and fireworks are free, while select zones of the Awakening the Walled City trail introduce a small timed entry ticket for the first time.
Illustrative photo Salon du Chocolat Paris 2026: The World's Biggest Chocolate Show
The Salon du Chocolat 2026 takes place from October 28 to November 1 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. More than 500 exhibitors from around 60 countries bring creations, tastings and the famous chocolate fashion show to the world's biggest chocolate event.
Illustrative photo Ohi Day 2026 in Thessaloniki: Military Parade, Program and Tips
On 28 October 2026, Greece marks Ohi Day with the country's largest military parade along Thessaloniki's waterfront. Watch army, navy and air force units march past in one of Greece's most significant national commemorations.
Illustrative photo Cartagena Jazz Festival 2026, Cartagena, Spain – Dates, Line-up & Tickets
The Cartagena Jazz Festival 2026 takes place from 28 October to 15 November in Cartagena, Spain. The 45th edition brings international jazz stars to El Batel, Luzzy and other venues. Tickets start at 5 EUR; the festival pass is 135 EUR.
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Illustrative photo Kaltern Pop Festival 2026: Music Festival by Lake Kaltern
The Kaltern Pop Festival 2026 takes place from 29 to 31 October for the eleventh time in Kaltern am See, bringing international bands into historic buildings, churches and wine cellars around Lake Kaltern.
Illustrative photo iDeeJazz Festival Tartu 2026 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Join the iDeeJazz International Jazz and Rhythm Music Festival in Tartu from 29 to 31 October 2026. Three evenings of world-class jazz spanning classical, contemporary, world music and funk, performed by top artists from Estonia and across Europe in the intimate Tubina Concert Hall.
Illustrative photo Leeds International Film Festival 2026: Program, Venues and Tickets
The Leeds International Film Festival 2026 runs from October 29 to November 15 across several cinemas in Leeds. Over 18 days, this long running festival screens more than 250 films from over 100 countries.