Gela Bagpipe Festival 2027 – National Gaida Competition in the Rhodope Mountains
Bulgaria's most authentic bagpipe festival returns to the Rhodope village of Gela every first weekend of August. Three days of folk music, competition, horo dancing and traditional food under the open mountain sky; entry is always free.
Zürich Openair 2027 – Music Festival in Zürich
Zürich Openair returns in 2027 after a creative break. One of Switzerland's biggest music festivals featuring Indie, Electro, Rock and Pop in August near Zürich Airport. Ticket info and lineup to follow in 2027.
Maritime Days Bremerhaven 2027 – Program, Ships & Visitor Guide
From August 11 to 15, 2027, Bremerhaven celebrates the Maritime Days. This free harbor festival features impressive tall ships open to the public, live music, street food, and is crowned by a grand fireworks display on Saturday evening in the Havenwelten.
Kukerlandia Masquerade Festival Yambol – Program, Dates & Visitor Guide
Kukerlandia in Yambol is Bulgaria's most spectacular Kukeri festival: over 100,000 visitors gather in late February to witness millennia-old rituals, giant handcrafted masks and competitive parades from across Europe, all recognised as UNESCO intangible cultural heritage.
Lentebock Festival Utrecht – Spring Beer Festival at Janskerkhof
The Lentebock Festival runs from 27 to 29 March 2026 at Janskerkhof in Utrecht. Three days of 25+ spring bock beers, live music from local bands and DJs, expert beer tastings and BBQ food. Tickets from €4.95.
Alkmaar Cheese Market – Traditional Dutch Cheese Trading at Waagplein
The Alkmaar Cheese Market takes place every Friday from March to September at Waagplein (10:00 AM to 1:00 PM). Watch cheese carriers in traditional dress, witness the handjeklap trading ritual and experience a 500-year-old Dutch tradition. Evening markets in July and August on Tuesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Free entry.
Gouda Cheese Market 2026 – Program, Opening Hours & Visitor Guide
Visit the world-famous Gouda Cheese Market every Thursday from April to August 2026 on the historic Markt square. Watch traditional cheese trading, visit the 17th-century weigh house and enjoy Dutch crafts and freshly made stroopwafels. Free admission.
Feira Medieval de Castelo Mendo – Medieval Fair in a Portuguese Historic Village
Every April, the historic walled village of Castelo Mendo in north-east Portugal hosts a free medieval fair with jousting, birds of prey, craft workshops and the famous Ceia Medieval banquet. Check the official website for confirmed 2027 dates.
Malta Festas – Village Feasts & Patron Saint Festivals Across Malta and Gozo
Malta's festas are the island's cultural soul: over 80 free patron saint celebrations with spectacular church decorations, brass band marches and world-renowned fireworks run from May to October across Malta and Gozo. Inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2023.
Feira Medieval Ibérica de Avis – Medieval Fair in Portugal
The Feira Medieval Ibérica de Avis brings 15th and 16th-century Portugal to life every spring. Free admission, jousting tournaments, fire theatre, historical processions and authentic Alentejo cuisine in the heart of the old town.
Procession of the Holy Blood Bruges 2026 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
On 14 May 2026, the historic Procession of the Holy Blood winds through the heart of Bruges. This UNESCO-recognised event begins at 14:30 at the Dijver, with over 1,800 participants in medieval costumes accompanying the sacred relic to the closing ceremony at the Burg at 17:30. Standing is free; reserved seating from €4.00.