Carnival in Oeteldonk 2027 – Den Bosch Celebrates Carnaval 7–9 February
From 7 to 9 February 2027, 's-Hertogenbosch becomes the legendary village of Oeteldonk. Around 100,000 visitors celebrate under the motto <strong>Kielekielekiele</strong> with the arrival of Prins Amadeiro, the spectacular Grand Parade on Monday and a dedicated children's programme on Tuesday.
Maastricht Carnival 2027 – Vastelaovend, Program & Visitor Guide
Maastricht Carnival 2027 (Vastelaovend) takes place 7 to 9 February 2027. Join the legendary Boonte Störrem parade, follow the Zate Hermeniekes brass bands through the streets and celebrate three unforgettable days of Southern Dutch Carnival tradition on Vrijthof and the Markt.
Maastricht Carnival 2027 – Vastelaovend, Boonte Störrem & Visitor Guide
Maastricht Carnival (Vastelaovend) 2027 runs from 7 to 9 February. The highlight is the Boonte Störrem parade on Sunday at 13:33, crossing the Sint Servaasbrug to the Vrijthof. Three days of free street carnival with brass bands, spectacular costumes and the whole city dressed in red, yellow and green.
Carnival of Binche 2027 – Gilles, Oranges & UNESCO Heritage in Belgium
The Carnival of Binche takes place from 7 to 9 February 2027. Witness the legendary Gilles in wax masks and ostrich-feather hats during the famous orange-throwing parade at Grand-Place. A UNESCO Masterpiece of Intangible Heritage. Free admission.
Aalst Carnival 2027 – Parade, Program & Visitor Guide
From 7 to 9 February 2027, Aalst in Belgium hosts its legendary three-day street carnival. Satirical floats, the Gilles Broom Dance, the iconic onion throw and a spectacular effigy burning make this one of Europe's most unique and unforgettable carnival experiences. Free admission.
Cologne Rose Monday Parade 2027 – Program, Route & Visitor Guide
On 8 February 2027, the <strong>Cologne Rose Monday Parade</strong> rolls through the city centre under the motto "Tomorrow is what you make of it". Around 12,000 participants, over 300 tonnes of sweets and 1.5 million spectators make this one of Europe's most spectacular Carnival events.
Düsseldorf Carnival Rose Monday 2027 – Parade, Program & Visitor Guide
The Düsseldorf Rose Monday Parade on 8 February 2027 starts at 12:22 from Corneliusstraße. Around 8,000 participants, up to 100 floats including the legendary Jacques Tilly satire wagons, and half a million spectators celebrate under the motto "Karneval – grenzenlos vereint!" Free admission.
Stockholm Design Week 2027 – Program, Dates & Visitor Guide
Stockholm Design Week returns from 8 to 14 February 2027 with the vision Design in all forms, for everyone. City-wide exhibitions, open showrooms and Stockholm Furniture Fair (9 to 12 February) transform the Swedish capital into Europe's design destination for one week.
Nice Carnival 2027 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
From 9 to 28 February 2027, Nice hosts its legendary carnival under the theme "Vive l'Amour" with giant floats, illuminated night parades and the iconic flower battle on the Promenade des Anglais. Over 420,000 visitors attended in 2026. Tickets from free with a costume.
Nice Carnival 2027 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Nice Carnival 2027 runs from 9 to 28 February under the theme "Vive l'Amour". Experience giant floats, spectacular flower battles and dazzling illuminated night parades at Place Masséna and the Promenade des Anglais. Tribune tickets from around €23.
Berlinale 2027 – Berlin International Film Festival, Program & Visitor Guide
The 77th Berlinale runs from 10 to 21 February 2027 in Berlin. World premieres, red carpets and over 200 films from 80 countries await at Potsdamer Platz and venues across the city. Tickets from €9. Awards ceremony on 19 February 2027.
Nordlysfestivalen 2027 – Northern Lights Music Festival Tromsø – Program & Tickets
Nordlysfestivalen celebrates its 40th anniversary with 10 days of world-class music in Arctic Tromsø from 11 to 20 February 2027. Classical, jazz, folk and contemporary performances beneath the northern lights of northern Norway.