Cologne Carnival 11 November 2026 – Opening Day, Program & Visitor Guide
Join around 30,000 revellers at Heumarkt on 11 November 2026 for the official opening of Cologne Carnival. Live music from 9:00 AM, the legendary 11:11 AM countdown with confetti, and celebrations across the Old Town. Tickets from €39.
Paris Photo 2026 – International Photography Fair at the Grand Palais, Program & Tickets
Paris Photo 2026 takes place 12–15 November at the Grand Palais, celebrating the Bicentennial of Photography with 220+ exhibitors from 30+ countries and 75,000 expected visitors. Book tickets at parisphoto.com.
San Miniato White Truffle Fair November 2026 – Program, Tickets & Guide
The 55th National White Truffle Fair in San Miniato takes place on 14/15, 21/22 and 28/29 November 2026. Three weekends of white truffles, star chef shows, wine tastings and Tuscan atmosphere around Piazza del Duomo. Free entry.
Bruges Christmas Market 2026 – Winter Glow, Ice Rink & Visitor Guide
From 20 November 2026 to 14 February 2027, Bruges shines with its Winter Glow festival. Two Christmas markets, ice skating at Minnewater and a free light trail through the medieval old town make Bruges one of Europe's most magical winter destinations.
Tallinn Christmas Market 2026 – Program, Opening Hours & Visitor Guide
Tallinn Christmas Market runs from 20 November 2026 to 6 January 2027 at the historic Town Hall Square in the heart of the UNESCO-listed Old Town. Free entry, Europe's oldest Christmas tree tradition and Estonia's finest glögi await in a medieval setting like no other.
Strasbourg Christmas Market 2026 – Christkindelsmärik Guide & Visitor Tips
Experience France's oldest Christmas market at <strong>Strasbourg's Christkindelsmärik</strong> from 25 November to 24 December 2026. Over 300 festive chalets, the iconic 30-metre <strong>Grand Sapin</strong> and Alsatian specialities await. Free entry for all outdoor markets.
Amsterdam Light Festival 2026/2027 – Light Art on the Canals
Amsterdam Light Festival Edition 15 runs from 26 November 2026 to 17 January 2027, lighting up the historic canals with around 20 artworks by international artists. Free to view on foot; canal cruises from approx. €27.50.
Riga Christmas Market 2026 – Program, Opening Hours & Visitor Guide
Riga Christmas Market runs from 27 November 2026 to 3 January 2027 at Dome Square in the heart of the Old Town. Free entry, over 80 artisan stalls, traditional Latvian food, and festive entertainment in one of the Baltics' most beautiful winter settings.
Nuremberg Christmas Market 2026 – Program, Opening Hours & Visitor Guide
From 27 November to 24 December 2026, the world's most famous Christmas market opens its doors on Nuremberg's Hauptmarkt. Enjoy 180 wooden stalls, the ceremonial Christkind prologue on 27 November at 5:30 PM, a Children's Christmas Market and the scent of gingerbread and mulled wine. Free entry.
Prague Christmas Market 2026 – Old Town Square, Program & Visitor Guide
From 28 November 2026 to 6 January 2027, Prague's Old Town Square hosts one of Europe's most magical Christmas markets. Free entry, 200 stalls, traditional Czech food and live performances daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM beneath the iconic Astronomical Clock.
Festas Nicolinas Guimarães – Medieval Student Festival of Saint Nicholas
From 29 November to 7 December 2026, the students of Guimarães celebrate the Festas Nicolinas in honour of Saint Nicholas. Portugal's oldest student festival offers historic rituals, drum processions and centuries-old traditions in a UNESCO-listed medieval city. Free admission.
Fête des Lumières Lyon 2026 – Festival of Lights, Program & Visitor Guide
From 5 to 8 December 2026, the Fête des Lumières transforms Lyon into a glowing open-air museum. Four nights of free light installations by international artists illuminate the Old Town, the Presqu'île and the Fourvière Basilica. Admission free.